Sneakers, flip flops, harness boots
shiny or dull, worn or new
he  lies across them
his chin on the boot
all is well
with Bernie the Shoe

Tote bags, purses
valises, knapsacks
All fabrics are equal
for Bernie the Bag

Bernie the Frog
stretches at will
he doesn’t care how he looks
you can’t spoil his chill

Bernie the Red has a heart
that’s as big as his tum
he brings peace to the family
kindness and fun

(photos by L.E. Swenson & E. Herd)