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Burns Night. A sweet celebration of poetry

Today marks the birth of Scotland’s favourite poet, Robert Burns. So, we couldn’t let this go past without a mention.

Today marks the birth of Scotland’s favourite poet, Robert Burns. So, we couldn’t let this go past without a mention. Especially, as it gives us the perfect opportunity to highlight the wonderful poetry our members post on the Talkback, Your Voice Wall.

Traditionally marked with haggis and whisky, here at Talkback we fancied something a little sweeter to celebrate the occasion. This chocolate themed poem by Sue, is just the treat we needed to brighten up this dreary January day.

My Hero

My hero, my hero

Chocolate is my hero

Crunchie, twirl and fudge

To save me, to save me

From all my struggles daily

And help me get out of my grudge…

Éclair, eclair

Why aren’t you there?

When hunger grips me in a tizzy

Crème egg twister

Not for my sister!

Come to me now, I despair

Smooth and silky

Sweet and creamy

The taste I enjoy and like

Plain chocolate, milk chocolate

Anyway up, even a milky bar white

When things are troubled

I love to muddle and sort through the wrappers of joy

Heroes, heroes, chocolate coated heroes

Chocolate is there to enjoy

Chocolate coated Sue 

By Sue from Reading