Snickerty Nick
SNOW
Ever been to the Moon, Nicky?
DWARF
I once thought of going to the moon but I was prevented by circumstances over which I had no control.
HAIL
I am your great-uncle; what will you give me?
DWARF
I’ll give you a horse and then you’ll have a hobby.
CHILBLAINS
I am your granny; what will you give me?
DWARF
A horn and then you’ll have plenty.
I am very busy. Go away. I am going to sleep for seven years. Ah! Early to bed and
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