These things, so sent, should be enjoyed, else we are but like petted children, who break and throw from them the toys they have wept themselves sick for." "To enjoy pleasure, Ramorny," said the Prince, "a man should have suffered pain, as it requires fasting to gain a good appetite.

We, who can have all for a wish, little enjoy that all when we have possessed it.

Seest thou yonder thick cloud, which is about to burst to rain?
It seems to stifle me--the waters look dark and lurid--the shores have lost their beautiful form--" "My lord, forgive your servant," said Ramorny.

"You indulge a powerful imagination, as an unskilful horseman permits a fiery steed to rear until he falls back on his master and crushes him.

I pray you shake off this lethargy.