Notes About The Poem

'When things get difficult remember who you are.'
'Who am I?'
asked the boy
'You are loved'
said the horse

- Charlie Mackesy

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A Sam Scott poem:
29th March 2024
A poem for all bear lovers
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Bear on the Shelf

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There once was a bear
Who was loved for his shoes 
To a girl he was gifted
Just her cuddly muse

On a once rainy day
With a shelter required
The brolly was shaken
To it's cover retired

Then a browse through the store
With her eyes shining bright
The gloss of his footwear
Caught a beam of the light

A flash and a sparkle
Was all that it took
So a friendship was forged
That no force could unhook

As they travelled together
Through the sun and the rain
Their companionship moulded
By life's tough terrain

So the girl became woman
Then a grandma and such..
The bear became gifted
And was loved, not so much

Then one day, for some reason
His world became dark
In the silence he longed
For the girl and her spark

After years it seemed, waiting
One day it occurred
There was light and a voice
Of encouraging word

"I love him", she said
And he knew it was true
Despite fur slightly flattened
Or less sparkly shoe

He remembered way back
To the dusty old shop
Once that love lives inside you
It's a heart that won't stop
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024


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Date: 5/30/2024 9:21:00 AM
Arr - this is such an adorable read dear Sam with such an appealing story and picture to pair perfectly. I love the title too. Your gentle narration as the tale of the little bear unfolds and the imagery of him and his sparkling shoes makes it so easy for the reader to take him to their heart. Such an engaging story that both adults and children can enjoy. Wonderful profound message to conclude. Love bears. Loved this my gifted friend! X :):)
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Date: 5/31/2024 12:58:00 AM
Hi Christina - lovely to hear from you! And thank you :) It is quite likely when I 'kick off my work boots' and retire.. I will visit bookshops (with cafes obvs) to find poetic inspiration as they certainly do stimulate, and not just in a caffeine sense. Bless you for your encouragement - I did have fun with this and I have my own 'bear' story so that this poem has a personal resonance. Blessings to you S :) x
Date: 5/26/2024 9:35:00 AM
This is beautiful, listening to it makes it even more enjoyable.
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Date: 5/26/2024 11:52:00 AM
Thank you :))
Date: 4/10/2024 3:38:00 AM
A story well told of a friendship of gold, I enjoyed the read
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Date: 4/10/2024 4:32:00 AM
Thanks so much Joseph! :)
Date: 4/8/2024 2:03:00 PM
I've never had a bear of my own, Sam, but I've bought for others because I just know how much happiness they are capable of bringing. Incidentally two dear persons in my life call me Pookie Bear, and I would not have it any other way lol! I love this write of yours, especially the end part. ~ Regards // paul
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Date: 4/8/2024 8:14:00 PM
What great synergy, Paul! Glad you enjoyed the poem.. I had fun. Sam :)
Date: 4/7/2024 7:59:00 PM
So poignant, Sam. Such a heart-melting narrative taking us readers on a gentle roller-coaster of an affair. Kudos, Gershon
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Date: 4/5/2024 12:36:00 PM
Hi Sam! Great to meet you. This is a special Fave for me,bcause i not only collect bears, but the Boyd’s Bears president called me in 1990’s & askedme to draw a series of pics for them. Go to fb pg: sally young-eslingerto see a few if u want to. “I’ve been draw & poetry sihce age 10 off & on. When did u start poetry?
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Date: 4/7/2024 11:17:00 PM
"You've got the words to change a nation But you're biting your tongue You've spent a life time stuck in silence Afraid you'll say something wrong If no one ever hears it how we gonna learn your song?" - Emile Sande https://youtu.be/Q03E7oTc5qo
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Date: 4/5/2024 3:48:00 PM
The noise in the background is the hustle and bustle of Manchester's Waterstones (said bookshop) cafe ;)
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Date: 4/5/2024 3:46:00 PM
Hey Sally, bless you for stopping by :) and for the FB link. I started writing in lockdown, inspired by a friend's picture and an Emile Sande song (Read All About It). I'll post the lyrics here. So glad you like it. I wrote this in a Bookshop inspired by a Donna Ashworth poem, from the book I bought while browsing :))
Date: 3/30/2024 7:20:00 PM
Definitely bear lovers, our nicknames are Cuddles Bear and Sugar Bear. I see commented just below me here. lol A FAV for my list, a fun story to read. A good one to read to the grandkids or great grandkids soon to be. The story moved along well, and the ending was pleasant. Have a happy Easter, Sam. Bill
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Date: 3/30/2024 10:08:00 PM
So sweet, your story, Bill. I am thrilled to think this poem may well be read and loved by Grandchildren; a fulfillment of it's very existence. Bless you both, you cuddly pair, thank you. Blessings and love <3 Sxx
Date: 3/29/2024 11:26:00 AM
I love the rhythm of this and the way youv done storytelling in such a poetic manner. Your way with writing is always creative and worth reading! I love the twist at the end and how light somehow comes despite time. This reminded me of my childhood too, when i used to have them teddy bears. Its beautiful nostalgic as well as refreshing! I think this might be one of my new faves from you! The melodious cadence and flow of this is impeccable! And so well articulated! Pleasure reading your work
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Date: 3/29/2024 4:08:00 PM
Dear Ink, what can I say? You bless me with your thoughtful words. I'm glad it transported you to an earlier time and fond memories. Blessings as you reclaim precious moments of childhood :))
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