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Trillium 
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA 
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Penny Annie When Annie was eighteen years old And it was time to leave the fold, A farmer on a place nearby Requested that she come and try Completely cleaning his large house, Attempting to appease his spouse. She was an invalid and so, She'd watched three house-maids come and go And said she'd not be satisfied Until somebody showed great pride In working on the job at hand, And make the house look simply grand! So Annie went and did her best. She left no corners undone, lest, She'd miss a spot and eyes might see Her work at less than it should be. When she was done, she puzzled o'er The pennies found above each door. Eighteen in all and shiny new. There was no question what to do. She took them to the mistress and Poured them all in a slender hand. The lady smiled and gave her praise For all her good housekeeping ways. She told her that she'd laid a snare, to find the one who'd take most care. Then Annie got the job that day. She packed her bags and went to stay. Not only did she clean but she Cooked meals for all the family. A year went by and suddenly, The oldest son decided that he Must have Miss Annie for his wife, To be with him through all his life. His mother clapped her hands with glee When Annie became family! Betty Lou Hebert [This message has been edited by Trillium (edited 08-21-2001).] |
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Jezziekaka Member
since 2001-08-21
Posts 58where the trees touch the sky |
Trillium~ Wow! I loved the story in the poem  I liked that the oldest son wanted to marry Miss Annie!! Jezzika be dangerous, unpredictable, and make a lot of noise! |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
This is charming and clever. A wonderfully cadence kissed story poem Nice to see your name back here again Well done poetess Trillium. ps...my grandmother did that same trick  Feels like Im dancin with truth and wisdom |
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VAS Member Rara Avis
since 2000-11-16
Posts 7450Oregon |
cute, cute story...it sounds so terribly real, I truly enjoyed it what a clever 'trick', I'm afraid I'd never have gotten the job  |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
This is delightful, Betty Lou! I enjoyed this very much! |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia |
Betty Lou What a wonderful story, I enjoyed it very much. Nice to see you again........Sue Suetang |
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Eloise Senior Member
since 1999-11-27
Posts 1096Wyoming |
Very nicely done. Enjoyed the story. |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Jezzika: Thanks for your comments. I'm really glad you enjoyed the poem and what makes it even better is that it's a true story. It's about an aunt and uncle of mine. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Janet Marie: Thanks. This really happened to an aunt of mine. She is a far better housekeeper to this day, than I am! I've been known to skip the corners when I'm rushed for time! Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
VAS: I'm glad it sounded real to you, because it is a true story, about my favorite aunt, back in 1938 in Alberta. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Denise: Thank you very much! Sue: Thanks. I don't get here nearly often enough! I miss reading a lot of wonderful poems I know, yours included! Betty Lou Hebert |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Eloise: Thanks for reading and commenting. Betty Lou Hebert |
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