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Puck has ventured back agen:
 * Ridicule no more affrights him:

In the very haunts of men
 * Newer sport delights him.

Capering lightly to and fro,
 * Ever frolicking and funning—

"Crack!" the mimic pistols go!
 * Hark! The noise is stunning!

All too soon will Childhood gay
 * Realise Life's sober sadness.

Let's be merry while we may, Innocent and happy Fay!
 * Elves were made for gladness!

Nov. 25, 1891.

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