Mr. Swanson

Mr. Swanson was a man
who had lots of love,
and he wore his money
like a groomsman a glove.

Reluctant but dapper
never photographed with a frown.
He took his love and his money
and spread both all around.

He bought Betty a flower stand
and Rose a salon.
Tara sold linens and other things
to lay upon.

He gave Jewel a cafe
in the heart of the city;
and Kendra sold vases
and small things so pretty.

To Laura a bookstore,
up on a hill
and Candy a dress shop,
to help with her bills.

He bought Annie a farm,
for romps in the hay.
and Shelly gave tours
on a boat in the bay.