For my favorite toy

of my toddler self;

I imagine you’re somewhere better now,

perhaps another kid sees you the way I did.

I loved your bright colors

and silly Blue’s Clues song.

I loved clicking the fun buttons

a new song wouldn’t wait long.

The radio would light up,

a rhythm would start,

the Dora Explorer song started with a thump.

I can only hope with sincerity,

that a toddler loves your crusty buttons,

and your dull, out-dated characters,

and they love you the way I did despite your imperfections.