A tablespoon of what is felt

way down deep inside

Half an ounce of common sense

and tuppence worth of pride

A quarter cup of temperance

a pint of tact and guile

blend them in a copper pot

and simmer for a while

Allow to cool just briefly

and add some cream of care

stir it with the spoon of love

to make it light as air

Pour into a porcelain jar,

shield it from the light

and there you are, your Love Potion

 is ready for tonight.