The Gentry of 1876

~Inspired *smiles* by the movie "Kate and Leopold"~

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Synonymous with love is said of our old country men. Another look at time attests, Unkept by our ideal, precedently standard, this rush of contemporary affection.

Until when, and manners prevail as etiquette sums our present lame, whilst to liken Then.
I come to thee now, where time would have otherwise robbed thou already absent, of Our graces how mine were already bred.

Join us among the gentry, my slovenly quarry, unto my home of elegance removed Thy slattern sties.

A trained manner for the Lord’s table, addressed thine welcomed guest.
Reflection, the while dining your admiration a competent history.
Rest society meting fact, there minor sentiment gilding prose, a lightened mood.
Contend with the farewells and their daughter’s charm.
Shake thee Lord’s wisdom, and his Lady‘s opinion with your bow.

Welcome unto the gentry.