WITH Reason dwell in ever sweet delight,— A noble purpose in thy daily life, To which, as turns the needle to the pole, Thou mov'st with neither haste nor eager strife. Seek not unfathomed mysteries to view, Nor let brief trifles stir thine inner mind; Desire not boundless wealth, nor knowledge vast; Be not self-centred—to thy neighbor blind; Waste no regret on what thou canst not change Let common joys supply a sane delight. Thus live, and peace shall be thy changeless friend; Gladness shall fill thy day, and sleep thy night. |