My Lost Teddy Bear

Oh, soft, squishy, most beloved Teddy! How I hugged you on scary stormy nights. I know you loved me, with all your heart's own bear might! You sat smiling at my alpine wood children's table. While I made us lunch, as best as a little girl was able! I read you books with pictures I did so love. You said nothing, but we were close as hands in a glove. Those dark eyes sparkling, your lips in a sweet curl. These young girl memories, make by heart twirl. On warm summer days, you and my doll, Nancy, in a buggy were placed. I walked through my Chicago neighborhood with a mother's ease and grace. Teddy, what cruel fates took you away? You, stolen at a party~ my little girl heart still misses her furry, agape! Decades have come, moons and seasons, too. But in my heart, dearest,Teddy, I will always miss the comfort of holding, furry, comforting, you!            2/5/2021 ~1~              Do you have a toy you loved and lost, too? If so, would share that with us?  Panagiota