by Lewis Carroll, 1871

In winter, when the fields are white,
I sing this song for your delight —

In spring, when the woods are getting green,
I’ll try and tell you what I mean.

In summer, when the days are long,
Perhaps you’ll understand the song:

In autumn, when the leaves are brown,
Take pen and ink, and write it down.

—— as recited to Alice by Humpty Dumpty

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