I WOULD BEAR AS MUCH FOR YOU.
I
I remember how you sooth'd me, when you saw me in distress;
There was nothing gave me comfort, but affection's pure caress;
Can you doubt me for an instant? Oh, you wrong me, if you do!
I remember all your kindness, and I'd bear as much for you.
II
I remember how you nurs'd me in my sickness, 'gainst my will,
How you feign'd to leave my chamber, yet in secret watch'd me still:
'Twas your gentle hand that saved me, and devotion is your due:
I remember all your kindness, and I'd bear as much for you.