I was never able to recite a fable
   That would make the party bright;
   Sitting at the table I was never able
   To become the host's delight;
   But now you've given me my after dinner story,
   I'll just describe you as you are in all your glory.
  
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   You were never lovelier,
   You were never so fair,
   Dreams were never lovelier,
   Pardon me if I stare.
  
   Down the sky the moonbeams fly to light your face;
   I can only say they chose the proper place.
   You were never lovelier,
   And to coin a new phrase;
   I was never luckier in my palmiest days.
   Make a note, and you can quote me,
   Honor bright,
   You were never lovelier than you are tonight.
  
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