The fairy to her word was true,
And if our schemes are overthrown,
In faith, the fault is all our own.
A wholesome lesson she has taught,
Though it is somewhat dearly bought,
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And should she call another day,
She’ll find it is not thrown away—
For as we have regained our senses,
We’ll lay aside our vain pretences,
Temper our hopes with moderation,