Stripping away the rose colored glasses of denial concerning my reality. Getting in touch with truth. Reaching out to others in empathy concerning their reality and their walk to truth.

Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Finding Teddy














The first time I saw you, I knew you were for me.
Six ring tosses, and one landed perfectly ~
I was only three.

 Daddy said, "It's your turn to chose the toy you like."
I wanted you, Teddy, and smiled in sheer delight ~
You were just right.

 The beach is where we met, and it was really neat.
To watch the ocean's foam play near our feet ~
Life was complete.

 This coming Saturday, Lexa Cain has a blog hop called, "My Favorite Vacation Spot." If you would like to join this two day blog hop, visit Lexa .
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30 comments:

  1. Arlee BirdMay 27, 2015 at 3:59 PM

    I don't know what year you won that bear, but if it was in the 70's it could have come from the carnival supply company where I was working back then. We shipped thousands of stuffed bears all over the country.

    Great image of childhood. Makes one wish we'd never have to grow up. Innocence is sweet.

    Arlee Bird
    A to Z Challenge Co-host
    Tossing It Out

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    1. Dixie@dcreliefMay 29, 2015 at 12:40 AM

      Lee, it was a lot earlier than the 70's. Ha! I had so many stuffed bears. Teddy is still the favorite, and the only one left. I donated the rest years ago.

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  2. holliMay 27, 2015 at 4:45 PM

    What a sweet picture and I love the poem!!!
    I wish I was sitting right there watching the waves.

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    1. Dixie@dcreliefMay 29, 2015 at 12:42 AM

      Holli, I love the beach. I'm glad you enjoyed this one. I can smell the salt air without being there.

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  3. Chrys FeyMay 27, 2015 at 4:58 PM

    That's so sweet and reminded me of my teddy bear that I was given at the hospital before my spinal surgery. I still have him and still cuddle with him. :D

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    1. Dixie@dcreliefMay 29, 2015 at 12:43 AM

      Chrys - there's something about a stuffed animal and I have no idea... but Teddy sits next to my desk in the studio... dictating poetry!!!

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  4. bettyMay 27, 2015 at 5:04 PM

    This is so cute and sweet!! What a wonderful thing to have picked for your prize with the bear!

    betty

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    1. Dixie@dcreliefMay 29, 2015 at 12:44 AM

      Oh, Betty, he was the ONLY choice. You should have seen those eyes!

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  5. DEZMONDMay 27, 2015 at 5:16 PM

    me has never been to vacation in my life :) But I did have a teddy as a kid....

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    1. Dixie@dcreliefMay 29, 2015 at 12:45 AM

      Dezz, I need a vacation and would love to see the ocean. It's so lovely. I'm glad you had a Teddy. Today you have a precious, live cat!!

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  6. Cathy KennedyMay 27, 2015 at 6:56 PM

    What a sweet poem! It really put a smile on my face. :D Thanks the reminder of the upcoming hop. I totally forgot about it! I hope I can swing getting a post together for Lexa's fun prompt. Thanks for visiting!

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    1. Dixie@dcreliefMay 29, 2015 at 12:48 AM

      Cathy - I hope so - I love your stories about childhood and such!! You are welcome. I also left you a tall tale on today's post.

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  7. Pat HattMay 27, 2015 at 7:08 PM

    A moment in childhood like no other

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  8. AnonymousMay 27, 2015 at 7:17 PM

    Such a lovely poem and picture! It helped me remember younger days at a beach in Massachusetts.

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    1. Dixie@dcreliefMay 29, 2015 at 12:49 AM

      I've never been to Massachusetts. I've seen photos - what a coastline!

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  9. RobinMay 27, 2015 at 8:37 PM

    Is that sweet picture of you and Teddy???

    Love your poem, Dixie:)

    Wanted you to know I mentioned you in my post for today. All good stuff, I swear!

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    1. Dixie@dcreliefMay 29, 2015 at 12:51 AM

      Hi Robin. My photo would not scan well enough to use it. I went with an internet generated, but it's so close to the way we looked. I'm glad you enjoyed the poem.

      I saw it, thank you, and left a comment. Hope it suits!! (smile)

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  10. klahanieMay 27, 2015 at 9:33 PM

    Hey Dixie,

    Teddy bear on the beach
    The memory you reach

    Always liked your poetry
    That's plain to see.

    As for a blog hop
    Make them STOP!

    Gary :)

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    1. Dixie@dcreliefMay 29, 2015 at 12:52 AM

      Gary - I enjoy blog hops!! Sorry you don't (smile).

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    2. klahanieMay 29, 2015 at 12:58 AM

      What about the rest of my comment? Thought it was rather nice. Smiles n'stuff and good night!!!

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    3. Dixie@dcreliefMay 29, 2015 at 9:53 PM

      Gary - it was great, thank you.

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  11. UnknownMay 28, 2015 at 3:28 AM

    That's the first time someone's walked away from a carnival sideshow feeling satisfied ;)

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    1. Dixie@dcreliefMay 29, 2015 at 12:53 AM

      My Dad used to win these things like crazy. I guess he figured out the tricks, Ha!

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  12. Linda KayMay 28, 2015 at 9:08 AM

    Delightful, Dixie. And I love the picture.

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    1. Dixie@dcreliefMay 29, 2015 at 12:53 AM

      Thanks, Linda Kay.
      I hope you get to post the wedding photos this week.

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  13. JoMay 28, 2015 at 9:47 AM

    Made me think of the bear I had. I wonder what ever happened to it. That was such a long time ago. Did you really get a teddy in a ring toss?

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    1. Dixie@dcreliefMay 29, 2015 at 12:54 AM

      My Dad won it for me. I was so excited.

      Hope you remember where your bear went.

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  14. billy pilgrimMay 28, 2015 at 5:02 PM

    teddy, makes me think of mr bojangles. after 20 years i'm still grieving lost dogs.

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    1. Dixie@dcreliefMay 29, 2015 at 12:56 AM

      Billy - I remember you writing about him.

      Hey did you post the new mug? I'll come check later, (smile).

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