In calling you my darling PHYLLIS.

And though the gossips never spare

For ill-report to seek a handle,

The (indiarubber) ring you wear

Prevents the very thought of scandal.

"Fair weather, friend," we've often heard

Used as a term to throw discredit,

Though clearly it were quite absurd

If speaking of yourself one said it.

When skies are blue (a thing that's rare)