Jan Allison Poet Rhyme

St Bridgets Hospice Isle of Man

If I could nominate a charity St Bridget’s would be my choice
They care for the sick and the dying, their service is like a Rolls Royce
Nothing is too much trouble for the patients in their care
The nurses they are angels and they are always there

Over the years we have lost many a special friend
St Bridget’s is there for them to the bitter end
Some go in just for respite care, to give their loved ones a break
Other’s go in when they are dying and for the lord to take

They rely on donations from the public just like you and me
The cost of care is covered, so for the patients it is free
I’ve visited the hospice many times to see friends who are in there
The devotion of the staff is awesome they provide outstanding care

They need to raise about £3.5 million every year
This is a task they do annually and always with great cheer
With fundraising events held for everyone
They do not rest till the task is done

So if I am picked I am sure you’ll agree
St Bridget’s hospice deserves the vote from me
We never know when we may need to use the service they provide
But we are so lucky to have them; it fills me with great pride


This was written for an on-line competition - i didn't win the £200 for the charity but I wanted to share it

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Cynthia Jones April 6, 2015 at 1:26 PM Jan, this is a wonderfully penned piece of poetry. Truly enjoyed. Well done. Keep up with the great work. Keep on penning. Thank you so very much for sharing your wonderful and creative talents with us. We all truly appreciate it. *S* Cynthia Jan Allison April 6, 2015 at 2:33 PM Thanks Cynthia - Hospice means the world to me - it is where dad died - I let them have a folder of my poetry to read whilst dad was in their - amazingly this poem was in the folder it was posted around 18th February almost a year later dad died their on 20th February! Hugs Jan xx

Robert Pettit February 18, 2014 at 6:20 PM Nice write about this benevolent organization. I'm sure the hospice does a great job at making the terminally-ill comfortable during their last days. Jan Allison February 18, 2014 at 6:25 PM It's the most wonderful place I have visited Robert, the feeling of peace when you walk through the doors is indescribable Thank you for taking the time to comment. i am so loving the site, in fact its so addictive am glad I'm on half term break :-) Jan.