this is teddy. when my mother was young, teddy kept her company. when i was young, she played with me. she enjoyed borrowing my old dresses, one of which she still likes to wear. ever since she lost her mouth, teddy doesn't say much. she never stopped giving great hugs.
and she always looks up at me when i talk to her.
teddy is totally bald except for a few patches of fur, the largest of which is located on her upper left leg. her back has been stitched to hold in what's left of her stuffing. some bears might find this photo shocking, but teddy loves her body. she is not modest.
teddy wanted to appear on my blog ever since she saw shula's teddy.
there are few things as endearing as a well-loved stuffie.
How sweet! I have just like that named Boo-Bear.
Posted by: Heidi | January 11, 2008 at 07:16 PM
Now THAT'S a teddy.
Posted by: Shula | January 11, 2008 at 07:39 PM
This look on her face!!!
But...mmmh, over here a teddy is always male!?
And Shula's and yours are female?!
Makes a huge difference to me!
Happy new year, my dear!!
Posted by: Uschi | January 11, 2008 at 10:59 PM
Yes, a teddy bear lovingly restored say so much about childhood treasure and good memories (I love the dress).
Posted by: cruststation | January 12, 2008 at 02:24 PM
Hi Risa!
Long time no talk! :) I hope you've had an excellent holiday! Can't wait to read up on how you've been!
Posted by: Blaze | January 12, 2008 at 09:54 PM
Oh how I love this post!I am totally in love with your bear.She looks so sweet and comforting!thank you for sharing!xoxo
Posted by: Dees | January 13, 2008 at 01:34 AM
oh, i love teddy! and love that she was your mum's first.
Posted by: Veronica TM | January 14, 2008 at 02:26 PM
bless!!
this is so sweet and placed a smile on my face
Posted by: simple me | January 19, 2008 at 04:13 PM
i love your teddy... so much history and love there. xox
Posted by: amisha | February 03, 2008 at 09:37 AM
awww, will you just look at her?!
Posted by: my love for you. | February 07, 2008 at 11:00 PM