Jan 20 2008
The Amazing Terry Bear Parade
Can you just imagine a parade of teddy bears going down your street? The parade would be an extremely long one if you included all the different kinds of teddy bears that have ever been made. What started out as a simple jointed stuffed bear turned into the wonderful, unique teddy bears we see today.
Soft toy manufacturers have their own style when it comes to the teddy bears they make. For instance GUND, the top soft toy company in the U.S., has a patented under-stuffing method that makes many of their teddy’s the softest on the market. You will find many interesting styles when you visit the factories or internet sites of the main teddy bear manufacturers.
The Vermont Teddy Bear Factory has a program called BIG HERO, LITTLE HERO. Money is raised through a unique campaign and private donations. Every time a specially made bear for this program is purchased, VTBF will give 2 of the same type of bear to police, emergency service workers, and firemen for distribution to children who are sick, injured, or victims of domestic violence. The special bears are also given to lonely seniors.
One thing we know for sure, the teddy bear is a very popular toy. If you doubt it, look at the number of bears sold each year. Teddy bears have survived the test of time. Other toys have come and gone but the teddy bear lives on in the hearts of those of us who need a bit of reassurance or a soft, warm, hug.
So when you picture that parade in your mind, consider all the different types, colors, and sizes of bears. That parade will take weeks and months to go by! But, oh, what fun it would be to see all these bears in one place!
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