Classic Poem

I've just seen Mrs Hopkins—and read her the lines,
(And they'll do for the mirror in print, she opines;)—
And so pray keep the book—till you've copied the rhyme,
For I shan't be in want of it now for some time.

I got home about five o'clock yesterday night—
As I fancy too you must have done—while 'twas light;—
For I saw you at Houghton—(I stood on the ridge
Upon Bury Hill side,)—and ride over the bridge.

I have sent you these numbers, by Robert—they'll be
An amusement perhaps to inspect after tea;—
They are beautiful things—and I think they're not dear
For both reading—and pictures. Good Bye. Edward Lear.