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That which we are not permitted to have we delight in; that which
we can have is disregarded.
That which we are not permitted to have we delight in; that which
we can have is disregarded.
Or wherefore trace, from what slight cause
Its source one tyrant passion draws,
Till mastering all within.
Or wherefore trace, from what slight cause
Its source one tyrant passion draws,
Till mastering all within.
One sword keeres another in the sheath.
One sword keeres another in the sheath.
The excesses of our youth are drafts upon our old age, payable
with interest about thirty years after date.
The excesses of our youth are drafts upon our old age, payable
with interest about thirty years after date.
Who could tell such a story with dry eyes?
Who could tell such a story with dry eyes?
Fooles give to please all but their owne.
Fooles give to please all but their owne.
If the old dog barke he gives counsell.
If the old dog barke he gives counsell.
To have the same likes and dislikes, therein consists the firmest
bond of friendship.
To have the same likes and dislikes, therein consists the firmest
bond of friendship.
Care keeps his watch in every old man's eye.
Care keeps his watch in every old man's eye.