The dog house Syke

01/11/2024

31/10/2024

Please buy a Poppy, the lady said,
And held one out, but I shook my head.
I stopped and watched her standing there,
Her face was old and lined with wear,
`Beneath the scars, the years had made,
Remained a smile that did not fade.
A boy came whistling down the street
Bouncing along on carefree feet.
His smile was full of joy and fun,
“Lady” said he, can I have one.
She pinned it on and he turned to say
Why do we wear a Poppy today?
The lady smiled without a flaw,
“For all the boys who died in war.
Because they did, we are free
So we wear this Poppy, you see.”
I had a boy about your size
With golden hair and big blue eyes,
He loved to play and jump and shout
Free as a bird, he would race about.
The years went by, he learnt and grew,
As, in time, you will too!
When war broke out, he went away,
All I could do was wait and pray.
His letters told of the awful fight,
Which, I can see, in dreams at night.
Tanks and bombs and cruel barbed wire,
Bullets and mines, screams and fire.
The fields were gone, the land all bare,
Yet seedlings spouted from their lair.
The Poppy grew and flowered red,
And breathed sweet perfume upon the dead.
The soldiers saw this sight with awe
Which gave them strength to fight the war.
Until at last, the war was won,
“That’s why we wear a Poppy, son ".
“The small boy turned as if to go,
Thanks Lady", I’m so glad to know,
That sure did sound an awful fight
Was your son safe, and so alright.
She shook her head but didn't speak
A tear rolled down each faded cheek,
I slunk away, so full of shame,
If you were me, you”d do the same.
Our thanks in giving is oft delayed,
Our freedom bought and thousands paid.
So when you see a Poppy worn,
Reflect upon the burden borne.
By those who gave their very all
When asked to answer, Country's call.
So buy a Poppy for all who died,
And show it clearly with great pride

31/10/2024

Lovely Hugo all ready for halloween treats 💕💕

31/10/2024

Little Theo just melts my heart ❤❤

31/10/2024

30/10/2024

Sweet gentle Charlie 🥰🥰

29/10/2024

Taz looking handsome again 😍😍

29/10/2024

Lulu had a lovely pamper 🥰 🥰

28/10/2024

Little Pip had his usual short clip today. 🥰🥰

25/10/2024

Adorable Cookie all ready for the weekend 😍😍

25/10/2024

Gorgeous Sandy 🥰🥰

24/10/2024

UPDATE TAKEN TO MANCHESTER DOGS HOME

Stray dog brought into practice
Found Fieldhouse Road
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23/10/2024

Beautiful little Poppy has a really tough time with her grooms 😥 we take it very gently and slowly and do the best we can. 🥰🥰

21/10/2024

We are hiring!!

21/10/2024

Betsy looking a bit happier after her groom 🤣🤣 she's such a sweet girl 😍😍