A Second Grader's Love Poem

We’re only allowed to give out Valentines 

If we have enough for everyone.

But I promise this one is special. 

When Mommy noticed 

I made a spelling mistake, 

I didn’t just cross it out 

And write the right spelling next to it--

I threw it out and started writing it all over. 

I purposely kept it 

In my right hand 

The whole time while handing out the others. 

I made sure to hold it softly 

So it wouldn’t get all soggy 

With my sweaty hands. 

And I made sure to wash my hands 

When I came back from recess 

Before handing it to you. 

So please take it. 

Don’t let it get 

crumpled, 

or sweaty, 

or ripped. 

It looks like all the others, 

But I promise: 

this one 

is 

Special.