Another farewell card. Here's some references explained. Her voice had an interesting violin-like texture to it (hence the nickname). She has Russian roots, and is an amazing chef - I have used her recipies. She actually has moved on to follow her dream - running a coffee house.

Little Violin

One cold morning I felt an urge to bake
Well, why don’t I try a banana cake?

Easier said than done,
I have never made one.

Let’s try classifieds… there’s one with a stylish pin
spelled in Cyrillic: LITTLE VIOLIN.

So I called, trembling, with confidence all fluffy,
but she was a cuteheart, sweeter than a puppy.

I got a recipe that looked simple but be not mistaken:
she knows much more about baking than how to rock an apron!

I tried it and went to heaven…

HEAVEN TIMES ELEVEN !! !! !!

And if you think I’m joking, trying to make you laugh,
just visit her café, and ask one of the staff.

Picture source: unknown
Artwork: original (printed on A5 folded card)

31 August 2018