When man and wife they rode away;
But happier this chorus still
Which echoed through those woodland scenes:
“God bless the priest of Whittensville!
God bless the man who took the beans.”
LESSON TALK.
The quiet humor of this piece stands in strong contrast to selections of a tragic character, and if it is recited in an easy pleasant way, it is sure to be appreciated by all who hear it. Adapt your voice and manner, therefore, to the style of narrative.
1. With the right hand extended designate the farm horse, large and lean. Drawl out the word lazy in the next line, and continue this slow utterance to the end of the verse.
2. The sentiment changes in the next verse and requires more animation. In the first line make the gesture shown in [Figure 21 of Typical Gestures], in the beginning of Part II. of this volume. Become more animated as you describe the maiden’s eyes and the soft waves of her golden hair.
3. The young couple reach the parsonage and your manner should suggest theirs; they have come on very important business. Express the embarrassment of the young man as he asks the question: “What shall we do?” etc. Give a half look of surprise as you refer to the contents of the pillow-case.