Memo Bear

In the corner of my memory
A stuffed bear shoved onto one side
I remember that day I brought you to school
Everyone signed their name on you
I didn’t realise your importance then
You carry my faults, my friends, my mistakes, my memories, my life

You never doubted me but I grew away from you
I didn’t realise your importance then
You hold the signatures of my friends
You put up with my ignorance and complaints
I didn’t realise your importance then

You say, “Don’t worry kid
Just don’t let go of my hand
and I won’t let go of yours either.”
I stare down at you, my best friend.
The tattoos of my friends' names gather
Creating a message.
In the corner of your memory,
A stuffed bear shoved onto one side.