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I walked a mile with Pleasure,
She chattered all the way;
But left me none the wiser,
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I walked a mile with Pleasure,
She chattered all the way;
But left me none the wiser,
For all she had to say.
I walked a mile with Sorrow
And ne'er a word said she;
But, oh, the things I learned from her
When Sorrow walked with me!
Pleasure the servant, Virtue looking on.
Pleasure the servant, Virtue looking on.
O Athenians, what toil do I undergo to please you!
O Athenians, what toil do I undergo to please you!
Anticipation makes the pleasure.
Anticipation makes the pleasure.
Who pleases one against his will.
Who pleases one against his will.
Doubtless the pleasure is as great
Of being cheated as to cheat.
Doubtless the pleasure is as great
Of being cheated as to cheat.
Pleasure is often spoiled by describing it.
Pleasure is often spoiled by describing it.
Every age has its pleasures, its style of wit, and its own ways.
Every age has its pleasures, its style of wit, and its own ways.
Painting is a source of endless pleasure, but also of great anguish.
Painting is a source of endless pleasure, but also of great anguish.
