by lydia o. jackson
the kettle hummed a greeting
the kitten streched and mewed
the rocking chair invited
the pinafore enveloped
and toys much loved and cherished
were scattered here and there.
geraniums were blooming
in pots along the sill
and curtains fluttered gaily
for they were edged in frill.
a bowl of bright red apples
stood upon a shelf of pine
displayed a rose design.
bright braided rugs were scattered
upon a polished floor
while sunshine streamed through windows
and also through the door.
the gingerbread was baking
its luscious fragrance filled the air
and the room seemed filled with magic . . .
for happiness was everywhere.
used through courtesy of
the american courier
by violet rouke broder
when gray days sometimes leave you
make some heart-shaped sugar cookies
a batch of fudge or brownies
helps to pass the gloomy time.
or some loaves pf fresh-baked bread
i am sure will be more pleasing
then some store-bought bread, instead.
what a thoughtful, cheery greeting
for your loved ones . . . at the door
when they sniff your homemade goodies
wafting welcome evermore.