Why We Like Teddy Bears.

Everybody, in their tender years, seems to have some stuffed animal or creature that gives them comfort. It is about feeling safe, I think. Our parents want us to know that we are secure. My brother, Marty, loves to wind me up, and can be very annoying. But, he has acquired a huge collection of family photos that he is publishing on the Internet, and bring back many memories. This one, with my Dad and my favorite Teddy Bear, is now one of my favorites. He died when I was 5, and there are very few images of him while still alive. I challenge all of my readers to post photos of their teddy bears or other early life creatures and friends. In challenging times, we need to share what is common to all of us.