MRS. WHEELER by Gaylia Kenslow StogsdillHearts and hands are reaching out to you –To tell you “thanks” for loving us the way you do.And, not just from us – the Richard Clan –We’re sure that stretched out all across this land –Former students grateful for your guiding hand –Would join with us, in saying how… Read More MRS. WHEELER by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

Mother’s House by Gaylia Kenslow StogsdillThis little house is a souvenir –Of a home now gone – yet still held dear.The wood used here is hard and old –But it sheltered our family – from rain and cold.This depicts the place where we lived till grown –And while awfully crowded – it was truly a… Read More Mother’s House by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

DEAR CAITLIN by Gaylia Kenslow StogsdillYou were the first to call me “Emma”,And in so doing solved a dilemma,With so many grands and so many greats,Just how were you going to designate?To whom you were squawking or speaking about?You needed a name without any doubt.And your thinking solved a big dilemma.You decided that I should… Read More DEAR CAITLIN by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

OUR HOUSE by Gaylia Kenslow StogsdillOur house is in an awful fright –It seems I’m going day and night.The day just isn’t long enough –For me to care for all the stuff,I find myself confronted with,And now I find I’m wonderin’ if –I’ll ever get back on schedule –And have a cleared-off kitchen table.A washroom… Read More OUR HOUSE by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

MAR by Gaylia Kenslow StogsdillWell now let’s see – how old are you?The years are adding up to quite a few.You’ve one false tooth to grace your smile –And I’ll bet a buck you can’t run a mile.You’ve contributed three to the human race –And each one has added an inch to your waist.You’re much… Read More MAR by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

NIXON VS KENNEDY by Gaylia Kenslow StogsdillElection time is almost here –I wonder as the day draws near –Will Nixon win as I would like –And carry on as has “our Ike?”Or will it go the other way –With Kennedy winner of the day?And should Jack the winner be –Will he do what’s best for… Read More NIXON VS KENNEDY by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

MY DO-IT-YOURSELFER by Gaylia Kenslow StogsdillI know you have heard of do-it-yourself –For things such as plumbing or building a shelf.I didn’t think that “self” meant me.I thought my husband could do you see.But, oh the surprise that awaited me there.As he did it himself, I took a chair.There were troubles galore in our rental… Read More MY DO-IT-YOURSELFER by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

LORI by Gaylia Kenslow StogsdillLori, you’re a tiny, dainty, little girl –With eyes of blue and light brown curls.When it comes to high-climbing, you’re an ace, now that’s a fact.And when you feel mistreated, you bite instead of hitting back.My, how you do love to play peek-a-boo –And another favorite game of yours is wearing… Read More LORI by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

LITTLE BOYS by Gaylia Kenslow StogsdillBoys are very nice to know, and they like many things.Their interest jumps from frogs to fish, to balls, to kites, to string.They are very seldom quiet, and they love to shout and sing –And brag all year about the things that Santa Claus will bring.They really do like ships,… Read More LITTLE BOYS by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

LAWRENCE AND ANNIE by Gaylia Kenslow StogsdillWhen you reach the age of retirement, and can have that earned rest –It isn’t time for sadness, you’ll find these years can be the best.You’re leaving the auto city, with its rush, its smoke and its noiseYou’re traveling back to the Ozarks, where you lived as a girl… Read More LAWRENCE AND ANNIE by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill