Some mothers are short – some are quite small – Some are quite plumb – others quite tall.But there is one thing they share from the start –A tremendous love that comes straight from the heart.Once they were small like you “wee – ones” here –They cuddle their dolls – and held them so dear.The… Read More Mothers by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

The West Side Coney’s hard to beat –For chattin’ and good things to eat.It’s very much the modern way –Yet takes me back to yesterday.And none of us could ask for more –That remembers the ole time country store.There’s always someone droppin’ in –And strangers soon become a friend.That we don’t go far, can never… Read More West Side Coney by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

On a hillside in the Ozarks, under skies much like ours here –Lies a lovely dark haired lady – she is one I love so dear,How my heart does ache with longing – just to touch her auburn hair.Just to hear her joyful laughter – as once it filled the air.How her eyes could speak… Read More Thinking of Mother by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

I’m a gift that should bring memories,Of childhood and all it’s fun.Of the winter in “Cold Great Lakes” country.For I wouldn’t last long in the sun.While spending time outdoors with me.You’d oft get rosy cheeks,How nice it was to go inside,And lightly toast your feet.I really hope you’ll treasure me,For many years to come.May my… Read More Snowman by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

A nurse in the family comes in handy – It is from Kris, Barry, Chuckie, Butch, and Sandy.A diploma means you’ve studied some – And it was given by Randy, your son.The nurse’s cap, sedate and prim – Was chosen by Gayle – one of her whims.A mortarboard was on the list – This one… Read More WE’RE CHARMING OUR NURSE by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

What a precious little bundle has come to live with you –A work of art, a miracle, a girl with eyes of blue.She has dainty, tapered fingers and the cutest button nose –You can dress her up so pretty in those fancy baby clothes.That tiny bit of hair you see atop her little head –Will… Read More Your Daughter by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

We’ve just found out that you have not been feeling “your old self” –So I went to find a card for you from the stock upon the shelf.When I had gone through all my cards and found none that suited me –I thought I’d go and buy a card – but it’s cold outside –… Read More Your Old Self by Gaylia Kenslow – Stogsdill

May you find lots of eggs and things in the “Rooster Bunny’s” nest –For a girl as good as you should get the very, very best.So do you know I visited the Bunny Town this year?I walked right up and whispered in that “Rooster – Bunny’s” ear.I told him of a little girl, I want… Read More Happy Rooster by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

We’re here to give your life its start –We’re here to hold you in our arms and heart.We’re here to care for your needs that arise –And a great deal more than you realize.To listen when you feel like talking –To laugh at the fun things you say –To cry with you in life’s disappointments… Read More What Are Parents For? by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill

The ground is so hot in my bare feet I’m hopping –The mercury’s so high – the pavement is popping.It really is hit – ‘bout a hundred and two –And in stripping off clothes, I have lost one shoe.Kirstie is having the time of her life –She and her cousin are on the go day… Read More Vacation in Missouri by Gaylia Kenslow Stogsdill