In the language of certain young men,

It seems like a regular sell.

Thine office in thus flinging down

At this most particular nick

Of Time, thou resemblest the Clown

In a mischievous Pantomime trick.

But play out the part of buffoon,

And show thyself only in jest;

Return to help old Pantaloon,

And Harlequin John, and the rest.