We were glad to have this time together.
To have fun, and not just store your stuff.
You’ve been helpful, fun, and animated,
And we hope for you it’s not been rough.
We were glad to hear you scream and giggle,
Cause it’s just the way we think of you.
Though the “Bandaids” help keep you together –
It is fun to see you come unglued.
We hope your new home is warm and cozy,
And that you will feel real safe and free.
We hope you do know now, we have loved to have you.
Maybe now you’ll finally get some sleep.
(Written with love and affection by Jean Halvorson for Dianne Schmandt on September 2, 1994).