“Once upon a time”

you were loved and treasured,

the focal point of life.

Now tucked away

upon a shelf

those times have now  all gone.

You’re out of reach,

you’ve been forgotten

by caring, loving arms.

My Dear Teddy, I know how it is

when your Time is through.

You did your job,

you  served well,

But there’s no more need for you.

As  I look up and see you,

I feel a jab

as emotions come unfurled.

We are found

but

then  left  alone.

That’s life in this world