Poems (Hornblower)/Verses, to Mrs. F———

VERSES, TO MRS. F———.
O thou! whose heart of kindness oftHast bade the stranger find a rest,And each attention kind and soft,That might revive the weary breast;
Thou! whose delight is to bestowThe 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 showersIts peace upon the generous heart.