A young girl in pink pajamas hugging a beloved teddy bear while sleeping peacefully under a blue polka-dot blanket.

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DARK SECRETS: Teddy did what my true ish tale of a beloved bear | Rare Historical Photos

This is my teddy! He has two hearts—the first from when he was made, and the second from when I lovingly repaired him. My stepdad gave me this teddy when I was five, and now, at 54, he’s still with me. I love him with everything I am.

Over the years, I’ve written a few Teddy Did What? books, and I just wanted to share one of my favorites. Most of the stories are true… mostly.

"Teddy Did What?": My True-Ish Tale Of A Beloved Bear

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I have lived well, marvellously and travelled, I have loved and loathed, danced and sung. Been hurt and hurt in kind, Dazzled and marvelled! My story is glorious! But now I’ve become weary and old, age has overtaken me and my body has become a stranger. Drink deep of life my friends... it passes too quickly. X

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Hi there! I'm Gabrielė. Professionally, I'm the senior community manager over at Bored Panda, helping people share their awesome work and connecting artists with a worldwide audience.Beyond work, you'll catch me traveling, listening to vinyl and diving into movies, art exhibitions, and concerts. I'm a culture buff at heart, always eager to explore and embrace the richness of the human experience.

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Holly Reed (Post author) 10 months ago

Thank you, Gabriele, Teddy and Holly are sending hugs 😊

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Grumpy old man 10 months ago

A very sweet story

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Holly Reed (Post author) 10 months ago

Thank you, Gabriele, Teddy and Holly are sending hugs 😊

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Grumpy old man 10 months ago

A very sweet story

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