English poem
Almost Dying of Ennui.
by Thomas Winthrop Hall (1862–1900)
What do they care for my lips? Why did I come? It's a pity! Nothing but water and ships, And Jack far away in the city.
Oh for one ride in the park, With Jack humming bars from a ditty; Kissing me (when it grows dark). Fy! Oh—heigho, for the city!