Louise Hinkley Devendorf

Reed City, MI

Husband: Richard Devendorf
Daughter- Son -in-law: Doug and Laurie Walker
Parents: Louis & Lucille Dean Hinkley
Brother: Arlan Hinkley
Sister: Joan Seelhoff
3 Terms City Council
6 Years Library Board
Board Member Osceola Cares
President " Independent Votes League
Published " Some Nostalgia Pertaining To Pearls"
Sheet Music "Stars Are Bright"
Many Poems Published
Awards: Diamond Homer Trophy
Editor's Choice Award
Award Recognition:
Honorary Member: International Society of Poets
Biography appears in 1996 edition of Who's Who in the Midwest
Biography appears in 1997 edition of Who's Who in Finance and Industry

BEER IN THE PARK

Our town is divided by what do you think
Drink a beer, don't drink a beer
You might end up in the clink
The city council thinks it's OK
Even the sops seem to make it their day
Two on the council opposed to the booze
Tries to sway council for good, but they lose
Seems that some people have to have a beer
They'll sell their soul without any fear
Kids no longer are safe in the swings
Hoods and scoundrels are doing their things
You won't see kids playing in the park
Because some politicians are out in the dark

ELVIS THE ELF

I'm Elvis the Elf and I'm all tired out

I painted toys and carried them about

Santa told me if my works was O.K.

He would let me borrow his sleigh for a day

I pondered and pondered where would I go

Over the hills and through the snow

At last the time came when I climbed in the sleigh

I fell asleep and awoke the next day

ZZZZZZZZZZZZZ

MY WISH FOR YOU

I wish you diamonds and pearls
And pretty curls
Love in your home
Lots of room to roam
Many friends who hold you very dear
And every day a lot of cheer
A good job with a lot of pay
Prayer in your life every day
A big shiny car with gas in the tank
No debts and lots of money in the bank
Stars to dream on, a wishing well nearby
Pretty satin pillows and a rainbow in the sky
A baby grand piano with pearly keys to play
A golden path that takes you all along the way
Someone special to hold in your heart
Always get an A Plus on your health chart
Soft breezes by a special oak tree
A time to relax and have some tea
I wish you happiness throughout each year
Please know I hold you very dear

All poems Copyright © 1997 Louise Hinkley Devendorf. All rights reserved.