Having procured a small flossy feather, the players sit in a circle as
closely together as possible. One of the party then throws the feather
as high as possible into the air, and it is the duty of all the
players to prevent it from alighting on them, by blowing at it
whenever it comes in their direction. Any player whom it falls upon
must pay a forfeit.
It is almost impossible to imagine the excitement that is produced by
this game when it is played with spirit, and the fun is not altogether
confined to the players, as it gives almost as much enjoyment to those
who are looking on.
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