If you want

this choice position

have a cheery disposition

rosy cheeks, no warts

play games, all sorts

You must be kind

you must be witty

very sweet

and fairly pretty

Take us on outings

give us treats

sing songs

bring sweets

Never be cross or cruel

never give us

castor oil or gruel

Love us as a

son and daughter

and never smell

of barley water

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

Jane and Michael Banks