You are my support,
Understanding whenever I need a friend.
You know how to calm me when stress takes hold
And are not harsh or annoyed at my need to express those feelings.
Instead, you sing our favorite songs again.
The kind smile in your voice tells me that you are glad to do it.
"I'm with you and love you," the words seem to say.
"It's all right."
And I feel the tension leaving.
Sometimes, I can tell you everything that's on my mind,
Whether big or small.
When something's wrong, you are willing to listen so we can work through it together.
When something great happens, I tell you about it so we can share the joy.
I am grateful to be able to talk things over with you.
At other times, no words are needed.
You are there for me when everything seems too much to handle.
"Teddy, Teddy," I say,
Or simply reach for a hug.
You know what I need, even while I feel small, broken and unsure,
And are ready with open arms when I need to cry.
You stay and hold me.
That is enough.
There are also many happy moments
When you and I can just be together.
Sometimes, we share stories or sing together.
At others, we just stay close to each other,
Comfortable with the quiet.
We share a hug, a kiss on the cheek and an "I love you."
These simple gestures express everything perfectly.
You are a light to me,
Helping me to be braver, like myself more
And strengthen my resolve to keep doing my best.
Always solidly there.
You make already good days better,
Simply by being your warm, gentle self.
Our shared laughs and small gestures of affection are always important.
Thank you, my dear Teddy, for everything.
I love you.