XLIX + 

I was for calm existence made, + 

For rural solitude and dreams, + 

My lyre sings sweeter in the shade + 

And more imagination teems. + 

On innocent delights I dote, + 

Upon my lake I love to float, + 

For law I far niente take + 

And every morning I awake + 

The child of sloth and liberty. + 

I slumber much, a little read, + 

Of fleeting glory take no heed. + 

In former years thus did not I + 

In idleness and tranquil joy + 

The happiest days of life employ? + 