Well, in Murglebed I can think, I can weigh the _pros_ and _cons_ of existence with an even mind, I can accustom myself to the concept of a Great Britain without Simon de Gex.
M.P.
Of course, when I go I shall "cast one longing, lingering look behind." I don't particularly want to die.

In fact, having otherwise the prospect of an entertaining life, I regard my impending dissolution in the light of a grievance.

But I am not afraid.

I shall go through the dismal formality with a graceful air and as much of a smile on my face as the pain in my inside will physically permit.
My dear but somewhat sober-sided friend Marcus Aurelius says: "Let death surprise me when it will, and where it will, I may be _eumoiros_, or a happy man, nevertheless.

For he is a happy man who in his lifetime dealeth unto himself a happy lot and portion.