The James T. Callow Folklore Archive

Kissed in the Valley

DOWN IN THE VALLEY WHERE THE GREEN GRASS GROWS,
THERE SAT (      )* AS SWEET AS A ROSE,
ALONG CAME (     )** AND KISSED HER ON THE NOSE,
HOW MANY KISSES DID SHE RECEIVE?

(JUMPS IN "RED HOT PEPPER" FASHION UNTIL A MISS.)

* ONE'S OWN NAME
** NAME OF A BOY

Data entry tech comment:

Informant and collector share the same surname and place of residence.
 

Where learned: MICHIGAN ; HUNTINGTON WOODS ; informant's home

Keyword(s): ENDURANCE JUMP ; SPEED-JUMP

Date learned: 11-10-1968