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Sweeping brush sticking out of a window with comic verse on a Christmas card -- Where I hang out. Date: circa 1890s
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Where I Hang Out - A Victorian Holiday Tale of Sweep and Cheer
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In the heart of the 1890s, where the snowflakes gently dance and carols softly play, resides a quirky character, our sweeping brush friend, who delights in spreading holiday cheer. Picture this scene: a cozy Victorian house, adorned with twinkling fairy lights and holly wreaths, nestled in a winter wonderland. Inside, our jolly brush, with bristles as white as freshly fallen snow, peeks out from an open window, ready to sweep away the winter blues. But this isn't just any ordinary brush! Our Victorian friend has a knack for wordplay and a wit as sharp as a new broom. The window sill holds a Christmas card, its comic verse as follows: "Where I hang out, it's all 'sweep' and 'shine,' In the heart of the house, where the hearth is fine. But come Christmas, I trade my mundane role, For a jolly, merry, festive soul. So, while I'm not out in the yard, Sweeping up leaves or autumn's guard, I'll hang here, with a twinkle in my eye, Wishing you a merry, magical Xmas pie!" This whimsical scene, a delightful blend of household chores and holiday humor, is a testament to the playful spirit of the Victorian era. So, as you hang your stockings by the chimney with care, take a moment to appreciate the quirks and puns of days gone by. Cheers to a joyous, pun-filled holiday season!
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