The Burden Bear

I was admitted to the hospital for four days. I have a perforated colon. This type of thing been an ongoing struggle. My pastor asked me if I was depressed, and I had to say yes. But then something happened. A local church brought these Burden Bears to many of the hospital patients. He has been such a blessing to me, so I am sharing him in case he may be a help to others. I am at home and getting better. But this is an ongoing struggle.. .Everyone has their own struggle, and this bear plus a dear friend has helped me through mine.

See that he is carrying a message? Here is what it says:

I am not a very fancy bear…

I am plain and rather small.

Even so, someone who likes you

Said that I should come to call.

Hide me underneath your pillow

Or set me on a nearby shelf,

And when you feel discouraged

I will do my best to help.

I brought my favorite blanket

That I snuggle when I’m sad

It‘s a present from my granny,

Made for days when things seem bad.

My granny always told me,

“Life is like this patchwork quilt.

Just give Jesus all the pieces

And He’ll make a pretty quilt.

Sometimes I don’t see the pattern…

Sometimes He seems far away,

Then I clutch me favorite blanket,

And I pray, and pray, and pray.

Though I don’t have all the answers

(for I’m just a Burden Bear)

I’ve been sent here on a mission

From someone who really cares.

When you see me, please remember,

YOU are in their thoughts and prayers.

Blessings to all my loyal followers.