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Willie Wagtail Two Little Romances and Other Verses (Eva Oakley 1950)

“The Ploughman” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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[Editor: This poem for children, by Eva Oakley, was published in Willie Wagtail, Two Little Romances and Other Verses (1945).] “The Ploughman” The shadows of the trees, upon the path, Were falling as the team sped on its way; The ploughman soon would reach his little … [Read more...] about “The Ploughman” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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“Thank God for Loving Us So” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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[Editor: This poem for children, by Eva Oakley, was published in Willie Wagtail, Two Little Romances and Other Verses (1945).] “Thank God for Loving Us So” The rain, it is raining; but we’re not complaining, Because it will make the things grow; Then, when the rain … [Read more...] about “Thank God for Loving Us So” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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“In the Bush” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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[Editor: This poem for children, by Eva Oakley, was published in Willie Wagtail, Two Little Romances and Other Verses (1945).] “In the Bush” See the bush track winding round, And the bridge across the brook, Mountains in the distance too, If you carefully will … [Read more...] about “In the Bush” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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“In Summertime” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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[Editor: This poem for children, by Eva Oakley, was published in Willie Wagtail, Two Little Romances and Other Verses (1945).] “In Summertime” The butterflies gay, all come out to play, In the warmth of the sun, on a bright summer day; Butterflies here, and butterflies … [Read more...] about “In Summertime” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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“Twenty Little Fishies” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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[Editor: This poem for children, by Eva Oakley, was published in Willie Wagtail, Two Little Romances and Other Verses (1945).] “Twenty Little Fishies” Twenty little fishies jumped right out of the sea; Wagged their little tails, and said, “Oh, my! Oh, me! Doesn’t it … [Read more...] about “Twenty Little Fishies” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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“The Fairy Baby” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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[Editor: This poem for children, by Eva Oakley, was published in Willie Wagtail, Two Little Romances and Other Verses (1945).] “The Fairy Baby” A wee Fairy Baby came out once to play; Just able to toddle she was, and so gay; She sipped glistening dew-drops, and grew up … [Read more...] about “The Fairy Baby” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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“The Fairies’ Fright” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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[Editor: This poem for children, by Eva Oakley, was published in Willie Wagtail, Two Little Romances and Other Verses (1945).] “The Fairies’ Fright” The Fairy lights went on one night, And made the whole place look so bright; Then, lots of little Fairies … [Read more...] about “The Fairies’ Fright” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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“Two little romances” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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[Editor: This poem for children, by Eva Oakley, was published in Willie Wagtail, Two Little Romances and Other Verses (1945).] “Two Little Romances” A CONFESSION — Bob tells Ben about Nell. “I meet a lovely lady fair, When I go walking out each day; She has a wealth … [Read more...] about “Two little romances” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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“Why?” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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[Editor: This poem for children, by Eva Oakley, was published in Willie Wagtail, Two Little Romances and Other Verses (1945).] “Why?” “Why do they call you ‘Wagtail,” Bill?” Both Rob and Spadgie said; Then Willie Wagtail was annoyed, And tossed his little head. “I’m … [Read more...] about “Why?” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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“Willie Starts Thinking” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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[Editor: This poem for children, by Eva Oakley, was published in Willie Wagtail, Two Little Romances and Other Verses (1945).] “Willie Starts Thinking” One day, when Willie Wagtail sat, Away up in a tree, He said, “Oh, dear! How very small A tiny bird can be: Still, … [Read more...] about “Willie Starts Thinking” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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“Robbie, Spadgie and Willie Wagtail” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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[Editor: This poem for children, by Eva Oakley, was published in Willie Wagtail, Two Little Romances and Other Verses (1945).] “Robbie, Spadgie and Willie Wagtail” The little Robin, once again, And his good friend, the Sparrow, Were flying o’er a fence one day, When … [Read more...] about “Robbie, Spadgie and Willie Wagtail” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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“Pom and Tom Again” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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[Editor: This poem for children, by Eva Oakley, was published in Willie Wagtail, Two Little Romances and Other Verses (1945).] “Pom and Tom Again” One day, when Pom was walking out, With Mistress, in the park, Bill said, “I’ll lob upon her back; It will be such a … [Read more...] about “Pom and Tom Again” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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“Willie Grows Up” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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[Editor: This poem for children, by Eva Oakley, was published in Willie Wagtail, Two Little Romances and Other Verses (1945).] “Willie Grows Up” Why! Who is this now flying round, So gaily in the sun? It must be Willie Wagtail! Yes! And he is having fun. He’s … [Read more...] about “Willie Grows Up” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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“Willie Takes a Tumble” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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[Editor: This poem for children, by Eva Oakley, was published in Willie Wagtail, Two Little Romances and Other Verses (1945).] “Willie Takes a Tumble” One day, our Willie Wagtail said, “My word! I’m feeling fit; My wings now have their feathers on; I’m off to find my … [Read more...] about “Willie Takes a Tumble” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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“Willie Wagtail is Hatched” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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[Editor: This poem for children, by Eva Oakley, was published in Willie Wagtail, Two Little Romances and Other Verses (1945).] “Willie Wagtail is Hatched” A little boy looked in a nest, And saw some eggs so wee; He said, “I must not touch them though, For soon they’ll … [Read more...] about “Willie Wagtail is Hatched” [poem for children, by Eva Oakley]

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Willie Wagtail, Two Little Romances and Other Verses [booklet by Eva Oakley, 1945]

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[Editor: This book of children’s poetry by Eva Oakley was published in 1950. As this publication did not have a contents page, a list of the contents has been provided so as to enable easier access to the text.] Willie Wagtail Two Little Romances and Other … [Read more...] about Willie Wagtail, Two Little Romances and Other Verses [booklet by Eva Oakley, 1945]

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