"Johnny darling," I heard her call

And out I stepped into the hall A bright pink dress lay across her arm

I blinked in surprise and sudden alarm.

"Oh Johnny, come see what you're to wear Pink dress, pink panties and a ribbon for hair Little white socks and little black shoes

They're so pretty and nice; please don't refuse."

I desperately looked for a place to hide But finding none I went to her side.

We both sat down upon the bed

And soon the pink dress slipped over my head.

The fitted bodice and the flaring skirt

Were so different from pants and shirt The panties of rayon, pink, and with lace I wiggled a bit as she pulled them in place.

Shoes and socks and hair ribbon tied

T'was Mother's wish and I complied And so I was dressed from head to toes In this collection of Suzy's clothes.

Mother stepped back and admired me

She smiled, then giggled and laughed to see

Her Johnny, "You're such a pretty lass

Come see yourself in the looking glass."

I looked

and wonder filled my eyes

I marveled over my pretty disguise How fascinating that strange reflection Frocked in lovely pink perfection.

I heard my Mother's gentle voice "Johnny dear, had it been my choice God would have sent me a baby girl With long blonde hair to comb and curl.

Your Father and I planned to have two; A boy and a girl; if you only knew How happy we were the day you came

But Johnny dear I was never the same."

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