The Hymns and Carols of Christmas

Going To The Party

Words: G. P. Meade
Music: Unknown
The poem and music can be seen on an early 19th century postcard illustrated by Kate Greenway.

Overcoats and wrappers
Furns and muffatees
Hands deep down in pockets
Cosy as you please
Little lads and lassies
Trotting through the snow
Tell us where you're going
We should like to know
To a Christmas Party
We are on our way
O such cakes and crackers
O such games of play
Now goodbye we cannot any longer wait
Or I do assure you we shall all be late.

Editor's Note: I have only seen the front side of this card (above); the full poem was found in another source, but I do not have access to the back of the card (and the rest of the music). If you can help, please me.

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