Friends are like Teddy Bears.
They come in all shapes and sizes.
They come from lots of different regions.
They come from places you visit.
They come as gifts from others.
They come in all colours and patterns.
But you care for them all the same.

Friends are like Teddy Bears.
Some you out grow.
Some you never give up.
Some you’ve had since childhood.
Some you pickup even as as adult.
Some you keep near as you sleep.
Some you take with you when you go away,
But you care for them all just the same.

Friends are like Teddy Bears.
They can get dirty when you play with them.
They can get fought over with others.
They can be neglected or put away.
They can even be left and lost.
They can be found and rediscovered all over again.
They can even get damaged and repaired.
But you care for them all the same.

Friends are like Teddy Bears.
Some are held tight and close.
Some are never let go.
Some are there to hear all your secrets.
Some are there to save you from your fears.
Some are stained with your blood, sweat and tears.
Some are simply the best.
But you care for them all just the same.

Friends are like Teddy Bears.
They make you feel warm and safe.
They make your pains easier to bare.
They make your world a little softer.
They make the nights a little warmer.
They make the memories fuller.
They make days of joy and banter.
And that’s why you care for them,
As they in turn care for you.

Whether you snuggle in the bed fort,
Or trudge together up the hills and dales.
If they’re lost on far flung islands,
Or found hiding in the strangest places.
Look after your Teddy Bears,
Your stuffed cats and your worn out bunnies,
Because when you need them, there they’ll be.
In any heart which has room to love and be loved.

Melancholy