[IN shades! to pass the summer day]

[IN shades! to pass the summer day]

IN shades! to pass the summer day In Spring — to see the lambkins play, In Autumn, western skies;

In each returning — season find New beauties to amuse my mind, Or gratitude to raise.

No morning ray! no setting fun, No painted sky — shall be unsung, With all its various clouds;

The gayest seat — adorn'd with art, Or fields — or meads — their sweets impart, With richest flocks and herds.

The peaceful cottage — in the glen, With trees — around — and crystal well, A chearful swain that sings.

All these — with equal mind I view. From heaven descend the rains — and dew. Thy wisdom all declare.