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And thus my very good L. may se how coblerlike I have clouted a new patch to an olde sole, beginning this cōplainte of Philomene, in Aprill, 1562. continuing it a little furder in Aprill. 1575 and now thus finished this thirde day of Aprill. 1576.

Al which mine April showers are humbly sent unto your good Lordship, for that I hope very shortly to see the May flowers of your favour, which I desire, more than I can deserve. And yet rest

Your Lordships bownden and assured.