17 July 2004
Heather: Mother, recite The Owl and the Pussycat,
Audrey: “The Owl and the Pussy-cat went to sea In a beautiful pea green boat. They took some honey and plenty of money, Wrapped up in a five pound note. …
(Audrey recited Edward Lear’s entire poem without a hitch. I had a copy of Mother’s memorized works on my desk to assist Mother, if necessary. It was not necessary. She recited piece perfectly.)
