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.

Cease to lament for that thou canst not help; and study help for that which thou lamentest.

Thou art as wise as thou art beautiful

Then others for breath of words respect, Me for my dumb thoughts, speaking in effect.

I will not be sworn but love may transform me to an oyster

Fortune brings in some boats that are not steered.

Be wary then; best safety lies in fear.