If you want this choice position
Have a cheery disposition
Rosy cheeks, no warts
That's the part I put in.
Play games, all sorts
You must be kind, you must be witty
Very sweet and fairly pretty
Of all the ridiculous--
Oh, George, please.
Take us on outings, give us treats
Sing songs, bring sweets
Never be cross or cruel
Never feed us castor oil or gruel
Love us as a son and daughter
And never smell of barley water
I put that bit in, too.
If you won't scold and dominate us
We will never give you cause to hate us
We won't hide your spectacles so you can't see
Put toads in your bed, or pepper in your tea
Hurry nanny, many thanks
Sincerely
And Michael

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