A spirit that is sweet and gay.
This child is most as wise as I.
She knows it’s best to pass us by
And choose, a doll for every day,
A doll that’s had long years of play,
Is beautiful in this child’s eyes.
She’s right. I know, and I am wise.
And if the choice seems queer to you
Because you’re all so fresh and new,
I’ve traveled over sea and land,