Yet still we hug the dear deceit.

- Nathaniel Cotton

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

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 …

- Nathaniel Cotton

Be mine that silent calm repast, A conscience cheerful to the last: That tree which bears immortal fruit, Without a canker at the root; That friend w…

- Nathaniel Cotton

Hold the fleet angel fast until he bless thee.

- Nathaniel Cotton

To be resigned when ills betide, Patient when favours are deni'd, And pleas'd with favours given, - Dear Chloe, this is wisdom's part; This is th…

- Nathaniel Cotton

I stew all night in my own grease.

- Nathaniel Cotton

Tis reason's part To govern and to guard the heart, To lull the wayward soul to rest, When hopes and fears distract the breast; Reason may calm this …

- Nathaniel Cotton

We'll therefore relish with content, Whate'er kind providence has sent, Nor aim beyond our pow'r; For, if our stock be very small, 'Tis prudent to en…

- Nathaniel Cotton