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The Best Friend

Now shall I walk
Or shall I ride?
“Ride”, Pleasure said;
“Walk”, Joy replied.
 
Now what shall I—
Stay home or roam?
“Roam”, Pleasure said;
And Joy—"stay home."
 
Now shall I dance,
Or sit for dreams?
“Sit,” answers Joy;
“Dance,” Pleasure screams.
 
Which of ye two
Will kindest be?
Pleasure laughed sweet,
But Joy kissed me.
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