Poetry
Did I do Christmas right?
This time of year should be one of joy – but it also comes with its fair share of stresses. In her latest poem, exclusive to The Independent, Frieda Hughes tackles the ups and downs of the festive season
Friday 29 December 2023 12:30 GMT
If I am not writing cards to every neighbour in my street,
Remembering names, adding children and sometimes forgetting
A visiting girlfriend, after decorating the tree the weekend before Christmas,