The poem
O ONCE I lov'd a bonie lass, Ay, and I love her still; And whilst that virtue warms my breast, I'll love my handsome Nell.
As bonie lasses I hae seen, And mony full as braw; But, for a modest gracefu' mein, The like I never saw.
A bonie lass, I will confess, Is pleasant to the e'e; But, without some better qualities, She's no a lass for me.
But Nelly's looks are blythe and sweet, And what is best of a', Her reputation is complete, And fair without a flaw.
She dresses aye sae clean and neat, Both decent and genteel; And then there's something in her gait Gars ony dress look weel.
A gaudy dress and gentle air May slightly touch the heart; But it's innocence and modesty That polishes the dart.
'Tis this in Nelly pleases me, 'Tis this enchants my soul; For absolutely in my breast She reigns without control.
Note 1. The first of my performances.-R. B.
This poem is okay, not my favorite, but okay.
-Tati
This poem is not appropriate for children, you should know better!!!!
-Steph
This poem needs to a second translation in English, dduuhh!!!
-Tati
The Scottish accent is too much, maybe you should put this poem in a real accent.
-Steph
?Wat r u talkin about Steph? -Tati
I'm just playin' -Steph
LOL LOL
See ya later
- Tati and Steph
This poem is REALLYYYYY confusing! ENGLISH PLEASE!