XXXV + 

The chairs are thrust back with a roar, + 

The crowd unto the drawing-room speeds, + 

As bees who leave their dainty store + 

And seek in buzzing swarms the meads. + 

Contented and with victuals stored, + 

Neighbour by neighbour sat and snored, + 

Matrons unto the fireplace go, + 

Maids in the corner whisper low; + 

Behold! green tables are brought forth, + 

And testy gamesters do engage + 

In boston and the game of age, + 

Ombre, and whist all others worth: + 

A strong resemblance these possess⁠— + 

All sons of mental weariness. + 