The Girl Without a Doll

Dear Father Christmas, just one wish I ask of you this year, The same request as ever but you just don't seem to hear. It's not that I'm ungrateful for the gifts which you provide; I open them excitedly with Daddy by my side. We loved the model railway and the garden cricket set, The bow and arrow were a hit as was the football net. And sharing time with Daddy makes me feel so warm inside. He's always been there for me since the day that Mummy died. He reads me bedtime stories followed by a goodnight prayer My Daddy is so thoughtful and surrounds me with such care. But please remember Santa, to include upon your sled A baby doll to cuddle as he tucks me up in bed. 03/10/18 ‘A poem of reaction poetry contest‘ : sponsored by Julia Ward What to Submit? One original poem on the theme of a little girl without a doll.