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The boat train rattling Through the green countryside; A girl within it battling With her tears and pride. The Southampton landing, Porters, neat and quick, And a young man standing, Leaning on his stick. "Oh, John, John, you shouldn't Have come this long way. ." "Did you really think I wouldn't Be here to make you stay?" I can't remember whether There was much stress and strain, But presently together, We were traveling back again.