What in the world should the poor soul do?

She. If I were the youth I should offer her my name—

(Hey, but her face is a sight for to see!)

He. If I were the maid I should fan his honest flame—

(Hey, but he's bashful as a youth can be!)

She. If I were the youth I should speak to her to-day—

(Hey, but she sickens as the days go by!)

He. If I were the maid I should meet the lad half way—

(For I really do believe that timid youth will die!)

Both. I thank you much for your counsel true;