How they’ll hammer on floor and on table
As its drollery dawns on them—how
They will quote it”—I wish I were able
To quote it just now.
I had thought to lead up conversation
To the subject—it’s easily done—
Then let off, as an airy creation
Of the moment, that masterly pun.
Let it off, with a flash like a rocket’s;
In the midst of a dazzled conclave,