  That beautiful cottage not far from the road In holiday time was Matilda's abode, Who, taken one day by her aunt to the town, Had put in her purse rather more than a crown: 'Twas either to keep, or to give, or to spend In what she lik'd best, for herself or a friend: Soon trinkets and ribbons in turn made her stop To purchase a trifle at every shop, She intended to buy when her purse appear'd full; Then wanted to borrow, a favour her aunt Refus'd, because very improper to grant. Young ladies' extravagance ought to be met By teaching them—never to run into debt. |
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