But to my mind, though I am native here, And to the manner born, it is a custom, More honored in the breach than the observance.

I have been studying how I may compare This prison where I live unto the world; And, for because the world is populous, And here is not a creature but myself, I cannot do it. Yet I'll hammer it out.

More can I bear than you dare execute.

A smile cures the wounding of a frown.

Let's meet as little as we can

Things sweet to taste prove in digestion sour.

Small cheer and great welcome makes a merry feast.