Mary Howard nee Howse (Granny Maw)
Like her forefathers Mary was a strong independent
soul
Only when all of her work was done did she ever cajole
With six children to care for there was no time to
waste
Her sewing and cooking, others complimented with haste
Flour and sugar sacks provided material for garments
to sew
Edna her daughter says, “we were always dressed just
so.”
Recycling yarn to knit a new sweater was not
extraordinaire
Her children were warm and comfortable- nothing left
bare.
Providing enough food was challenging with resources
few
Many afternoons Mary picked wild berries down by the
slough
Pheasants and wild rabbits the meat of the day she’d
can
Everyone loved her meals; she cooked a miracle in the
pan.
Even without much Mary still loved to share with
another
Company was always welcome- meals she would discover
Anyone in need could come and stay it was always
agreed
Her dear heart remained soft and caring to others in
need.
