The Disobedient Skater Boys

Said William to George, "It is New-Year's day!

And now for the pond and the merriest play!

So, on with your cap; and away, away,

We'll off for a frolic and slide,

Be quick—be quick, if you would not be chid

For doing what father and mother forbid;

And under your coat let the skates be hid;

Then over the ice we'll glide."

They're up, and they're off; on their run-away feet