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Stud

February 27, 2014 By Sally Owens Leave a Comment

Once there was a press stud,
Who didn’t work at all,
Because his bottom was too big,
His upper half too small. [Read more…] about Stud

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The Precious Present

February 26, 2014 By Sally Owens 3 Comments

Note from Janet: 30 years ago, doctors warned that Sally would be a “blind, crippled vegetable.” Sally from Chandler’s Ford is still recovering from her brain injury.

Sally said writing has helped her survive trauma.

Let’s enjoy Sally’s poem. [Read more…] about The Precious Present

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Sally’s Poem: Happy Birthday Mum

February 25, 2014 By Sally Owens 2 Comments

Note from Janet: Sally Owens from Chandler’s Ford was severely head injured at 19 years old. 30 years later, Sally is still slowly recovering.

Sally is gifted with words.

Sally shares her first poem with us today. There are more to come. [Read more…] about Sally’s Poem: Happy Birthday Mum

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