Bowing to the floor,

Lady of the house there,

Half a dozen more;

Ladies' dresses gorgeous,

Paniers, waterfalls,—

Bless me! this is pleasant,

Making New Year's calls.

"Wish you Happy New Year"—

"Many thanks, I'm sure."

"Many calls, as usual?"

"No; I think they're fewer."

Staring at the carpet,

Gazing at the walls;

Bless me! this is pleasant,

Making New Year's calls.

"Really, I must go now,

Wish I had more leisure."

"Wont you have a glass of wine?"

"Ah, thanks!—greatest pleasure."

Try to come the graceful,

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