Bear

Paytons Bear: True treasure is when her own children will one day hold her little bear and again know the joy that counts above all else his "Love"

Here was the friend that heard the cries

from the monster under the bed

Who stood watch over her at night

just to scare away fear and dread

 

Through all the pain and the laughter

he's shared the pleasures and the tears

Watched over her every day

as the months have now turned to years

 

He is privy to her secrets

none of which he will ever share

The lifelong friend, who in the end

is her very own Teddy Bear

He takes the blame for toys left out

while passing her a knowing wink

The mess was his upon the floor

and the dishes not in the sink

His the last face she sees each night

a smile, greets her every morn

Their's is a friendship born of love

the bond that will never be torn

   

Author's Note

In the four years since my granddaughter was born she has had a Bear. This bear stood her in good stead through laughter and tears. He was there when her father died. He dried up all the tears that they both cried. He has slept beside her every night and played with her everyday taking on any roll her skits called for. Payton is rarely seen without Bear.So when her mother called to tell us Payton had taken Bear to show and tell at preschool I had to smile. For here is the repository of all her hopes, dreams and fears. All contained in the little bear with the big heart.

Reviews

[ROSALIND]

Beautiful sentiments very light hearted ❤️band enjoyable

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you, Rosalind. She is my granddaughter to this very day she still has that bear.

[ROSALIND]

Awe 😍. That's lovely

[barleygirl]

Taken as the simple sentiments about a teddy bear, your poem is precious & heartfelt. But I'm also reading this as being symbolic of whatever person, deity, object, location might be the magic potion for each person, for the child within, a need we never outgrow. Love the heartfelt share in your authors note which shows what a loving sentimental guy you are (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Tate Morgan]

Yes we all have those things that hold our memories hopes and dreams thank you

[Cherrie Palmer]

My Peyton has a Little Bear. He was her first friend, as a matter of fact sometimes when she was bad I would give Little Bear a time out. She is almost ten and still sleeps with him. I tread the day he becomes just an old stuffed bear.
I so loved your poem :)

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you. I don’t think in Paytons seven years I have ever seen her without her bear he comes with her when she comes to visit he is there every time I visit her he sleeps with her he goes everywhere with her she carries him around like a purse

[Cherrie Palmer]

Not all children make a friend out of a toy. But it is a sweet and loving thing to watch, this land of make believe.

[Tate Morgan]

Yes When my granddaughter was about two years old her father passed away. At the age of 32. I think it was that event that caused her to hold to the bear so dear

[Cherrie Palmer]

Our girl has a similar story except het mom ran away. When she's sad she sings the blues.

[Cherrie Palmer]

For a Little while we took her little pink guitar away and she cried all the time so we have her the guitar back. The tears stopped and the blues sang on.

[Tate Morgan]

I understand it makes sense they make sense of their world by creating a safe place in the imaginary world of a childs mind

[Cherrie Palmer]

Yes, helping them to cope makes me be creative.

[Ivory]

Awe... This is a very sweet piece. Reminds me of my daughter and how much she still loves her teddy bears.. I love the way the poem flows, almost like a lullaby.

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you Dear Payton still carries that bear everywhere. He is showing a bit of age now but shines up like a new penny

[Frozen Eyes]

Love this one Tate. And "The bear" is so relatable since I have one too and will always be my go to guy...
The concluding lines will remain with me for a long time.

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you dear as long as that bears offers friendship Payton will oblige

[Eddie Phillips]

I love the beautiful imagery of this poem. I had a bear when I was young so I can identify with this poem on a emotional level. It is always awesome to read your work brother.

[Tate Morgan]

Hey Eddie thank you. My granddaughter lost her father just before she turned 2 he gave her that bear and for all intents and purpose his spirit is embodied in it today I’m sure she has cried many a tear on his shoulder

[Indigomoon]

i love this poem i have a bear myself since birth im 20 now and hes in my dresser in his shelf with other memorable items such as a bear my friend and i got and some nic naks. every child has a bestfriend like this at one point even if its not bear its still there bear.

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you bear has been a very special party of my granddaughters life and is endowed with all the virtues my granddaughter will allow

[L.C. Jarrette]

I love this song! by kenny loggins.return to pooh corner is one of my favorites.
Such a touching poem too...makes me wanna cry...i am a fan sir...

[Tate Morgan]

Well I am thankful and grateful to make your acquaintance

[angelina neves]

wonderful... very sweet...

[Tate Morgan]

thank you Angelina

[JB Murray]

This is simply fantastic Tate! What a great picture you paint here. Brings me back to one of my favorite Loggins tunes... Return To Pooh Corner. Very heartfelt my friend. Keep up the great writing! Of course, the picture following the poem is simply priceless!

[Tate Morgan]

Thank you when her father died a few years ago she attached herself to bear even more and has rarely been seen without him