The Stimulus, beyond the Grave — Yoke

The Stimulus, beyond the Grave 1
His Countenance to see
Supports me like imperial Drams
Afforded Day by Day.
(F.1001/J.1001)
[1] Stimulus:: the stirring of animals by a goad or rod. Grave:: a trench for root plants.
[2] His Countenance:: a farmer's face.
[3] me:: an animal. Drams:: timbers from Drammen in Norway (OED dram n.2, 1663, 1858). imperial Drams:: a yoke (made of timber).
[4] Afforded Day by Day:: a donkey or horse working every day.