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Thank You

Posted on June 30, 2016 by PookyH

Thank you for the work you do, Your students know you care Their lives each day feel better Just for knowing that you’re there. You’re someone they can turn to, And you’re someone they can trust, You’re someone who is … Continue reading →

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All in a day’s work

Posted on May 24, 2015 by PookyH

Her life was forever changed By the things he’d done Unknowingly. The way his eyes held hers Unafraid, The way he challenged her Undaunted by her label Untempted to wrap her in cotton wool. The wool of others smothered her, … Continue reading →

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Goodbye and Thank You

Posted on August 22, 2014 by PookyH

You’re off on an adventure, You’re off to pastures new, We hope that you’ll have lots of fun, And find great things to do. We’re very sad to say goodbye, We’re sad to see you go, Your time and care’s … Continue reading →

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Thank You Ulrike

Posted on July 24, 2014 by PookyH

[A poem for my PhD supervisor] Corrections passed And champagne drunk, The time has finally come, For me to give My warmest thanks, For all that you have done. It’s taken longer Than we thought, ‘Twas not a rapid ride. … Continue reading →

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Thank You Teacher

Posted on July 23, 2014 by PookyH

The time’s flown by And now we’re here, The final day Of nursery year. We’ve watched our children Learn and grow They’ve got so many Things to show From fun times they’ve spent In your care, They write their names … Continue reading →

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To My Godmother

Posted on May 6, 2014 by PookyH

I never stop to thank you, Though I know I really should, You’re one of those few people who Convince me life is good. You haven’t had it easy, But I don’t hear you complain. Even at your most unwell, … Continue reading →

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Love Abounds – Thank You!

Posted on April 11, 2014 by PookyH

I have a life that’s full of love, Where kindnesses abound. A life devoid of hatred, Where no anger can be found. I thank my lucky stars each day, That life can feel so good, And think about the times … Continue reading →

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PhD Acknowledgements

Posted on January 20, 2014 by PookyH

It’s time to say thank you, But I don’t have the words, I’ve written many thousands, But these last will be heard By those who helped me, Who showed me the way, Who encouraged, And edited, And were there every … Continue reading →

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On Christmas Day, With Love

Posted on December 25, 2013 by PookyH

With love to you on Christmas Day, The international day of play, When adults, pets and children too, Stop whatever else they do, On every other day each year, And indulge in some festive cheer. Wearing PJs and a smile, … Continue reading →

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Birthday Blessings

Posted on October 31, 2013 by PookyH

Thanks for all the gifts, And all the cards, And all the cheer. I’m far away but Your kind thoughts All made it over here. The words you wrote And sent to me, Have made me feel so blessed, And … Continue reading →

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