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Went up a year this evening! I recollect it well! Amid no bells nor bravoes The bystanders will tell! Cheerful -- as to the village -- Tranquil -- as to repose -- Chastened -- as to the Chapel This humble Tourist rose! Did not talk of returning! Alluded to no time When, were the gales propitious -- We might look for him! Was grateful for the Roses In lifes diverse bouquet -- Talked softly of new species To pick another day; Beguiling thus the wonder The wondrous nearer drew -- Hands bustled at the moorings -- The crown respectful grew -- Ascended from our vision To Countenances new! A Difference -- A Daisy -- Is all the rest I knew! | 
