The Berni & Murcer storybooks are a series of heartwarming stories in soft cover about a courageous young boy and his valiant Bernese Mountain dog, specifically written to appeal to children ages six through twelve, focusing on anecdotal emotional support that these dogs bring to people in distress analogous to the long, arduous medical treatment process that these children and their families endure. The main storyline involves AJ, a courageous young boy battling cancer whose confidence has been shaken, is filled with self-doubt and all hope seems to be lost until he and two Swiss Bernese Mountain dogs, named Berni and Murcer are united, sparking transformative changes in each of them.
The magical powers of the dogs’ legendary magic bell lure the boy and the dogs to time travel in the “Dream Warrior” flying machine to fantastical places of intrigue, adventure and excitement while learning invaluable life lessons. These books allow children to use their creativity and imagination which will stimulate their emotional health, well-being, and coping skills when faced with the immediate discomfort of medical tests and treatments, surgical procedures and hospital stays.
Animated Storybook Series Created by Tyler Thompson Creative, LLC
Copyright 2019 Tyler Thompson Creative, LLC
Copyright 2020 Berni & Murcer - Friends for LifeTM
"Your Faithful Friend"
The song, "Your Faithful Friend" was written and composed by musician, Chris Coogan at the request of the "Berni & Murcer - Friends for Life" organization as a musical gift of song to inspire, encourage and to give hope to children who have been diagnosed with cancer and other life threatening illnesses. The child's "Faithful Friend" is Berni, the Bernese Mountain Dog who is his or her trusted and loyal companion throughout their days of joy and tears, providing strength and courage, and giving them a lifetime of love, happiness and friendship.
"Your Faithful Friend"
composed by Chris Coogan
When you walk down the street
I’m always by your feet
Together we belong,
Together we are strong.
When things don’t go your way
I’ll make you want to play
I’ll just roll around,
and you want feel so down.
You can count on me
I’ll be there, you’ll see
Time and time again
I’m your faithful friend.
I promise to guard you well
I’ll use my sense of smell
I’ll bark at every sound
that scares you for miles around.
When you feel all alone
I’ll always welcome you home
I’m here to share the day
chase all your fear away.
You can count on me…
Everybody needs a friend
to cuddle now and then..
-copyright 2019 Chris Coogan