Poems (Hornblower)/Verses, to Mrs. F———
VERSES,TO MRS. F———
O thou! whose heart of kindness oft Hast bade the stranger find a rest,And each attention kind and soft, That might revive the weary breast;
Thou! whose delight is to bestow The friendly smile, the gentle care;And, having soothed the sufferer's care, Then joy, then gratitude to share;
O! think not vain those cares, those hours, Though far from thee thy loved ones part:For Heaven in glad requital showers Its peace upon the generous heart.