My mama told me not to smoke—
I Don’t.
Nor listen to a naughty joke—
I Don’t.
They made it clear I must not wink
At handsome men nor even think
About intoxicating drink—
I Don’t.
To dance and flirt is very wrong—
I Don’t.
Wild girls chase men, wine and song—
I Don’t.
I kiss no boys, not even one.
I do not know how it is done.
You wouldn’t think I’d have much fun—
I Don’t.
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