• “Pass the polka dot cup tea cup will you please Paul, gosh how I have missed you so, it’s been about 25 years or so that I last saw you!” Paul just gave her an animated smile as Mary reached over and got the cup for herself and filled it with a golden brown liquid and smiled as the sun shone over Paul’s face and accentuated his soft edges and hairy face.

    “Last time I saw you we were still rebels, remember?” taking a sip of her delicious house blend that reminded her of her childhood days. She looked out the window deep in thought, childhood memories flooding in. Paul staring back at her with glazed eyes and eyebrows raised unnaturally almost as if sown on.
    “The last time we saw each other, my mom caught us in bed together,” followed by a giggle, “Paul, you knew exactly how to look after me, keep me warm and feeling safe.”

    “Mom, I’m home, who are you talking to?” Mary’s son walked into the room where Mary and Paul where having their intimate tea date. “Meet my favourite teddy bear from my youth; Paul.” Mary smiled and gestured to Paul. Mary’s son just sniggered,” When last have you spoken to James your action man?” Mary asked. “I don’t speak to my toys anymore, Mom!” Mary’s son stormed out!