The Tom-Boy

Climb up on my lap, Jonny,

I’ve got a story to tell you.

Hop-scotch and leapfrog, Mother-May-I.

Tator, the dog and a cat named Sly.

Skipping through mud puddles

Spit’ in contest, swat’ in flies

She’s a tomboy through and through

We call her, Lou…

Running barefoot through the woods

Hunt’ in toads and polliwogs…

Catching fly balls and arm wrestling the boys

Lou wasn’t interested in pretty girl toys.

Overalls and ball caps

Only sissy’s took naps

No time for fancy folk

And when Lou spoke

Ain’t was her favorite word.

Ain’t got time.

Ain’t no good with make-up and such.

Ain’t looking for tea parties or a gentle touch.

Lou understood, it wasn’t her nature to smile and look good.

She was all girl, but in this ole world

You gotta live while you can

Because friend, these days will end…

Betsy, Susie, and Mary-Mae with

Buttons and bows and frilly clothes, no siree

She wasn’t one of those.

Lou would rather not spend time at their house to play…

She was a tom-boy and she knew that one day…

She’d sail the oceans blue, tame lions and navigate planes.

Yes, Lou was a tomboy through and through.

Louise at birth, but by the age of three,

Climbed forest trees and skinned her knees.

Played marbles in the dirt, she was just a little squirt.

Back then it was a whole different world…

No matter to them that she was just a girl

In overalls and T-shirt, barefoot that’s who…

Was simply known, as Lou.

Dragon flies and starlit skies, daydreams and outdoor games

This tomboy became Your Mom!

~Marla Shaw O’Neill April 15, 2026

I chose the name, Louise, randomly. When I looked it up this is what I found.

The name Louise is of French origin and means “famous warrior” or “renowned in battle. It is the feminine form of the name Louis and has historical significance, associated with royalty and nobility. The name has been popular in various countries and remains a classic choice for parents seeking a name with strength and dignity.