But when Mr. Devize suggested cards,

I laughingly told him I could not play.

The cards are produced; the men begin;

I sit by Harry and watch his hand;

I am very eager that he should win,

And when he does so, I feel very grand.

'Twas all very well for once you see;

Its novelty made it a thing to praise;

It was quite a joke for a girl like me,

Living with men and observing their ways.

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But when Jack had dined again and again,

And with others enjoy'd the cards and fare.

With a little shiver that felt like pain,

I would say 'good night' and leave Harry there.

Cool is the chamber and pleasant the light,

Tranquil and innocent, tender and calm;

Sweet are the thoughts that approach us at night,

Sweet as the breeze with its perfumy balm.

And if I am reading the happy Word,

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