Every so often I like to share a poem from my great-grandmother’s journal. I am so blessed to have this keepsake! Here’s a sweet one for today- Lullaby, lullaby! Little birds in the nest, My babe on my breast, Soft … Continue reading
It’s a lovely day for some lovely poetry from my lovely great-grandmother! This is her journal with her original writings from the around 1915-1930. I didn’t really get to know her, but reading her handwritten poetry definitely makes me feel … Continue reading
Somewhere south of Singapore There’s a maiden I adore. You can hear her croon A mournful tune When Java’s moon Is low & there, far Above the Coral Sea Shines the wistful star, Where the lass waits for me. -Dorothy … Continue reading
If you had a garden I’d wish to be a rose- A rose that grows In your garden. I’d want to be Tended by thee, I’d like to see Your face as I opened to the sun. And when your … Continue reading
Sharing 2 of my great-grandmother’s poems today. Well one is a poem, the other is more of a very short rhyme. Anyhow, enjoy her history along with me. My heart to thee calls, As the dusk of evening falls … Continue reading
When I started this blog, I tried to share some of my great-grandmother’s poetry every other week. I hope to be able to share it more often now. I have this gorgeous purple velvet journal of hers, as you see. … Continue reading
Slice of Southern Pie 