Thomas Hardy - John and Jane lyrics

I He sees the world as a boisterous place Where all things bear a laughing face, And humorous scenes go hourly on,   Does John. II They find the world a pleasant place Where all is ecstasy and grace, Where a light has risen that cannot wane,   Do John and Jane. III They see as a palace their cottage-place, Containing a pearl of the human race, A hero, maybe, hereafter styled,   Do John and Jane with a baby-child. IV They rate the world as a gruesome place, Where fair looks fade to a skull's grimace, - As a pilgrimage they would fain get done -   Do John and Jane with their worthless son.