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She was placed near the corner, 

lit by a kerosene lamp. 

The old house gave shadows of light.  

The doll named Mersa-Dee 

was my grandma’s delight.  

Plastic and pale,  

bright as the night.  

The comfort she brought 

made many things bright. 

Everyone who came in contact knew 

she was a part of Mama Susie’s life.  

Her favorite doll for comfort 

by day and by night.  

She made her clothes 

with scraps and pieces. 

The doll named Mersa-Dee 

will be passed on to her 

granddaughters and nieces.  

Mersa-Dee was found from 

the second hand store. 

Ms. Susie was so lucky to find 

a doll to be part of the gallery 

her family story.  

Thanks, Grandma folk artist, Mama Susie.