Men,
Go and learn this noble art,
Of how to win a lady's heart,
Bravely, as with any other art,
Nobly, 'til the very last part;
Loyal gravity,
And every hint of suavity.
Lead her to the moon lit paths,
Point her to the starry skies,
Guard her by your truthful words,
Free of taint and pure
From courtship's flatteries.
Yet be it only art,
Be sure to lose her heart,
Savage your own, for your part.
(c) D.Jason 2005.
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Adapted from Elizabeth Barret Browning, original reads:
Learn to win a lady's faith,
Nobly, as the thing is high;
Bravely, as for life and death; --
with loyal gravity.
Lead her from the festive boards,
Point her to the starry skies,
Guard her, by your truthful words,
Pure from courtship's flatteries.
