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Knead but the dough, and it will be
To paste of almonds turn'd by thee:
Or kiss it thou but once or twice,
And for the bride-cake there'll be spice.

806. TO BE MERRY.

Let's now take our time
While w'are in our prime,
And old, old age is afar off:
For the evil, evil days
Will come on apace,
Before we can be aware of.


807. BURIAL.

Man may want land to live in; but for all
Nature finds out some place for burial.


808. LENITY.

'Tis the Chirurgeon's praise, and height of art,
Not to cut off, but cure the vicious part.


809. PENITENCE.

Who after his transgression doth repent,
Is half, or altogether innocent.


810. GRIEF.

Consider sorrows, how they are aright:
Grief, if't be great, 'tis short; if long, 'tis light.