Why I can’t Go to Church Parade
“I can’t go to church parade on Sunday”
Said the guide with a glint in her eye.
“And why is that?”
Said the guider with a moan and a sigh.
“I’m going to my grandmas.
My dog ate the cat.
I’m going on holiday.
I’m catching a rat.
It’s my mums’ birthday.
My foot has dropped off.
I’m going to a party
I’ll dress as a goth!
I’ll be at the dentists.
My tooth’s coming out.
I’ve got the flu.
I’ll scream and I’ll shout!
And with that the guider accepts
The lies they have just been fed
Because the real reason is…
The guides cannot get out of bed!
By Helen
from 169th Guides