The Sleeping Bear

In forest glade where shadows play
Beneath the moon's soft silver rays
A sleeping bear lies snug and tight
Dreaming through this tranquil night

Within his dreams a tale is spun
Of mountains kissed by morning sun
And birds whose songs will greet the morn
To celebrate a new day born

Soon enough will the bear rise
And brush the stardust from his eyes
For now I bid you with these verses

I look forward to meeting you
all when I wake up. Until then,
be kind, be strong, and wear
a smile everywhere you go.