As I unpack some boxes,
I come across an old teddy.
Actually it is a koala,
well worn and missing an eye.

I can remember how it was 
when I first got it brand new.
It was soft fluffy and grey,
carrying a small boomerang.

Staring at this toy,
I can remember how I loved it
and took it with me everywhere 
as it was my childhood confidant.

As I hold my toy 
it reminds me of a similar one 
I gave to a good friend 
earlier this year.

I hope that their new friend 
brings them as much
happiness and love
as my childhood koala brought me.