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Paradise is that old mansion
Many owned before—
Occupied by each an instant
Then reversed the Door—
Bliss is frugal of her Leases
Adam taught her Thrift
Bankrupt once through his excesses—

Edited by Peter Carter

Added: 2 Apr 2003 | Last Read: 7 Jun 2025 4:18 PM | Viewed: 8198 times

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