He was
generally described
as
bear-like
big, darkly
hairy
slightly
stooped
with a
fondness for raspberries.
Ursine was the word
that sprang
to mind.
Just like
Yogi or Baloo or
Gentle Ben
or Winnie
the Pooh.
And if you
played dead
he’d rake
your genitals with
his
four-inch claws
looking for
signs of life
apparently.
(Originally appeared in Dark Edifice)
