February 09, 1982

To My 96-year-old Friend

Dear genteel lady, in East Rochester,
Quietly being yourself in your rocking chair.

We came to tell you that we love you very much,
And to admire your weaving of placemats and such.

You can be a whiz at Aggravation!
But we can have fun without irritation.

On this Valentines' Day as we're talking of love,
We came to share our thoughts from above.

God, Who so loved us in sending His Son,
Wants to rejoice and know our hearts are united as one.

Marjorie Searles
February 9, 1982

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