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Canine confusion

For dog lovers - poem by Liz Gregson

Liz Gregson by Liz Gregson
25-12-2025 08:00
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C     Canine Christmas celebrations,

H hounds haring around heedlessly

R rushing round, rustling paper

I irrespective of what's inside

S so much stimulation, suddenly

T the tree toppled, tangling tinsel,

M making a magnificent mess

A as all it's attractive adornments

S scattered, shimmering. Silence!

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Following a long and varied career in social work and social work education Liz felt liberated to start writing, both alone and in creative writing groups. She writes short stories and poetry covering a variety of themes, based on her experiences, current issues, environmental and sensory perceptions. She enjoys the inspiration and feedback from sharing her stories and poems with others, both in writing and the spoken word.

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