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Trillium 
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA 
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Country Dance Among the farms, the word went out. A rider carried it about. A neighbor's house was set to be The scene of great frivolity. An all night dance, just two days hence, Was when the frolic would commence. Each housewife planned what she would take. Then some made pies and some make cake. Firm plans were set for early chores. Best clothing soon hung out of doors To air it out before the day, For in a cedar chest it lay. The day arrived and evening found So many wagons party bound. The lighted house, a welcome sight. Then fiddle music filled the night. The wraps were laid upon a bed. Some babies nestled at the head. The dresser drawers could hold a few Who were quite small and very new. The older girls took turns to see The other children wouldn't be A hindrance to their parent's fun. By now, the dancing had begun. A midnight supper soon was served, For the musicians all deserved A lengthy rest.The food was great! They gave their thanks before they ate. The dancing then resumed once more, But everyone was through by four. The dishes done, they said good-bye, While daylight crept into the sky. Each wagon bed was full of hay Where drowsy-headed children lay To listen to the rising song Of birds, who seemed to fly along. While overhead the clouds would show Pale colors from the morning's glow. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Joyce Johnson
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
This is so nostalgic. Mom used to tell me about these occasions. Love, Joyce |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Dear Joyce: I was pretty young but I still remember the last ones we went to. It was lots of fun for everyone and one of the rare occasions when all the outlying farm people could get together. I hope you are keeping safe and also dry! Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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pegasus111 Member Elite
since 2000-07-27
Posts 2219ocala, fl, usa |
a flashback to pioneer days! this is a stunning piece of story telling in rhyme. Bravo! the woods are lovely, dark, and deep, but I have promises to keep, and many miles to go before I sleep...Frost |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
pegasus111: Thanks so much! My parents homesteaded in northern Alberta for 6 or 7 years. This is a faded memory of those times. Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
BettyLou~ You stir nostalgia with a new word-brush~ I wish .. I wish .. that these gatherings still took place~ But ... I want you to know this ... 'The dresser drawers could hold a few Who were quite small and very new.' I couldn't help but be reminded of the tale my mother told me of when I was born ... she thought a bed for one so small just wasn't right ... so she placed me in a dresser drawer~ Honest Injun !!! Thank you for this little lullabye memory from my past~ *HUGLETS*   Hello, MY RONNIE~~*Marge*~ ~*The sound of a kiss is not as strong as that of a cannon, but it's echo endures much longer*~ |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Dear Marge: Thanks! I too spent my first few months in a dresser drawer! My parents were homesteaders and there was no money for a cradle, or baby crib. Sure didn't bother me any! Ronnie says to tell you "Hi" and sends his love. Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Juju Member Elite
since 2003-12-29
Posts 3429In your dreams |
This was a fun poem. -Juju -Juju |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Thanks for reading Juju! Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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junemac Senior Member
since 2003-04-24
Posts 1005uk |
Oh its so lovely to read from your pen  Such a wonderful scene you have painted of times long ago. Thanks for bringing this to us Betty Lou.Hugs from June xxx |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Dear June: I have always been glad I lived as a child, in far simpler and happier times. Thanks for your sweet comments. Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Beasley Senior Member
since 2003-11-28
Posts 682Cheboygan,MI USA |
You are the master of charm! Love, Barb |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Dear Barb; Thank you dear friend! Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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junemac Senior Member
since 2003-04-24
Posts 1005uk |
Aww this is lovely. You paint such vivid scenes hon Hugs from June xxx |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Dear June: Thank you! Always a pleasure to hear from you and read your poems! Love Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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