The Dirigible Balloon
Poetry for Children

Giving

It is not just for Christmas.
It doesn’t have to be wrapped up,
or expensive. You don’t have to miss
your cartoons, to give a kiss.
Anytime will do, if it’s from you.

It is not just for Christmas.
You don’t have to write a label.
No need for ‘to’ or ‘from’. No need to wait
for just one day; a hug is great.
Anytime will do, if it’s from you.

About the Writer


Liz Kendall

Liz Kendall writes poetry for adults and children. Her co-authored hardback Meet Us and Eat Us: Food plants from around the world celebrates biodiversity in poetry, prose, and fine art photography. Publications include Candlestick Press, The Hedgehog Poetry Press, Flights, Allegro, The Dirigible Balloon, Thimble Lit Mag, Amethyst Review and Lighten Up Online. Find her online at theedgeofthewoods.uk, @rowansarered on Twitter/Facebook.