Verses by Doctor Franklin to Sir Alexander and Lady Dick many years ago wrote at Coldstream on his return to England. ——October 1759
Verses by Doctor Franklin to Sir Alexander and Lady Dick many years ago wrote at Coldstream on his return to England. ——October 1759
1
Joys of Prestonfield Adieu!
Late found, soon lost, but still we’ll view
The’ engaging Scene—oft to these eyes
Shall the pleasing Vision rise!
2
Hearts that warm towards a friend,
Kindness on kindness without end,
Easy converse—sprightly wit
These we found in Dame and Knight.
3
Chearfull meals, balmy rest,
Beds that never buggs molest,
Neatness and Sweetness all around
These at Prestonfield we found.
4
Hear O Heaven a strangers prayer,
Bless the hospitable pair!
Bless their sweet Bairns, and very Soon
Give these a Brother—Those a Son.
Verses addressd to Lady Dick by Robert Alexander Esquire— October 1759
1
What Franklin writes appears so fine,
I wish his thoughts and words were mine
Why then so cruel coudst thou be,
As send his sprightly lays to me?
2
Alas! I’m of such Jealous mettle
That ever since I ne’er could settle,
Whate’er he feels he can express,
I silent stand—but feel no less.
3
Our prayers and sentiments the same
I love the Knight—adore the Dame
Unlike alone in this our Vow,
He prays for one Son—I for two.
4
But see what’s all he pleased to say
Thy Beauty could not make him stay
A lover gone you’ll understand,
Is not so good as—one at hand.