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I Must Not Be Selfish.
by H. P. NicholsWhen I play with little children
I must very gentle be;
I must always do to others
As I'd have them do to me.
I must like to give and lend them,
If they want my prettiest toy;
More than my delight and pleasure
I must love my playmate's joy.
Children who are kind and loving
God above is pleased to see;
Let me ever this remember,
Ever sweet and pleasant be.