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My 1st gift to Mom

A clear-beaded mousie
with a pointy black nose,
twitchable beaded tail,
and ruffly yellow clothes.

The tail can tilt her head--
she nods without a squeak!
Quiet little church mouse,
I bought from a boutique.



(True story!)
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Alhemaidy Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Very nice! I read several poems of yours. I think you are very faithful and loyal to your family, it is clear in your poem. Dear poetess have a nice day with my best warmest wishes :-)
Horne Avatar
June 5, 2024 at 6:54 AM
awww, what a sweet write & I bet your mom still treasures it
Smith Avatar
June 5, 2024 at 12:46 PM
Thanks :) yeah she kept it in a special place all these years, and remembered where I got it and everything so I could write this :D
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