116 flora’s dial. 
&ngtist 20. 
FLAX. — Genius. 
Oh! he is a fierce Byronic heau, 
He scorns all tilings mean and low; 
He drinks gin and water, — his favorite dish 
Is vinegar, poured on a little fish. 
And oh! his diet makes him sublime, 
And he is dreadfully given to rhyme! 
Halle ck. 
August 20. 
FLOWER OF AN HOUR. — Frailty. 
Ah, heedless girl! why thus disclose 
What ne’er was meant for other ears ? 
Why thus destroy thine own repose, 
And dig the source of future tears ? 
Oh! thou wilt weep, imprudent maid, 
While lurking, envious foes will smile, 
For all the follies thou hast said, 
Of those who spoke but to beguile. Byron. 
