Her Black Kettle

She had a big black kettle Her folks gave her in 1948 This 10 gallon kettle was one Her father had before that date Asked never to leave it outside Because it would rust away She found so many uses For the kettle each and every day For making lye soap it was perfect Because the kettle was so big Water boiled was a terrific way Of scalding the hair off a pig The kettle was also used For pickling of the beets Then putting them in the cellar To open in the winter to eat The kettle was used for washing The clothes on weekly wash day Along with other galvanized tubs It was NOT the easy way She’s used it as a flower pot Can’t you just see the sight? Brimming over with color In her black pot would be just right And now this beautiful lady Will give the black pot away To a museum for us to admire The perfect home for it to stay!