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01c. 1747 AD

If solid happiness we prize, Within our breast this jewel lies, And they are fools who roam. The world has nothing to bestow; From our own selves our joys must flow, And that dear hut, our home.

Nathaniel Cotton / quote

02c. 1747 AD

To be resign'd when ills betide, Patient when favours are deni'd, And pleas'd with favours given,— Dear Chloe, this is wisdom's part; This is that incense of the heart Whose fragrance smells to heaven.

Nathaniel Cotton / quote

03c. 1747 AD

Thus hand in hand through life we 'll go; Its checker'd paths of joy and woe With cautious steps we 'll tread.

Nathaniel Cotton / quote

04c. 1747 AD

Yet still we hug the dear deceit.

Nathaniel Cotton / quote

05c. 1747 AD

Hold the fleet angel fast until he bless thee.

Nathaniel Cotton / quote

06Undated

On God for all events depend You cannot want when God's your friend. Weigh well your part and do your best Leave to your Maker all the rest.

Nathaniel Cotton / quote

07Undated

If solid happiness we prize within our breast this jewel lies And they are fools who roam the world has nothing to bestow From our own selves our bliss must flow And that dear hut-our home.

Nathaniel Cotton / quote