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DollFuss — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 19:25:14 +0000

	Vintage Care Bears Plush 13" Grumpy Bear from 1983
	Vintage Care Bears Plush Grumpy Bear Doll, 13" high, made by Kenner in 1983.

	1984 Vintage Care Bears 13" Plush Good Luck Bear
	Original Vintage Plush Care Bears Good Luck Bear, approx. 13" high, made by Kenner in 1984.

	Vintage Care Bears Plush 13" Friend Bear from 1983
	Vintage Plush Care Bears Freind Bear, 13" high, made by Kenner in 1983.

	Vintage Care Bears Plush 13" Champ Bear from 1985
	Vintage Plush Care Bears Champ Bear, 13" high, made by Kenner in 1985.

	1984 Kenner Care Bears 13" Plush Swift Heart Rabbit
	1984 Kenner Care Bears 13" Plush Swift Heart Rabbit

	1984 Kenner 4.5" Care Bears Poseable Figure - Professor Cold Heart w/ Frozen Meanie Mug Sale Price: $35.00
	Official Care Bears 4.5" poseable figure from 1984, Prof. Cold Heart.

	Care Bears Funtime Coloring Book

	1984 Kenner Care Bear Cousin Poseable Cozy Heart Penguin
	1984 Kenner Care Bear Cousin Poseable Cozy Heart Penguin

	1984 Kenner Care Bears Cloud Keeper Poseable Sale Price: $95.95
	1984 Kenner Care Bears Cloud Keeper Poseable

	1984 Kenner Care Bears Birthday Bear Poseable Sale Price: $30.00
	1984 Kenner Care Bears Birthday Bear Poseable

Following the success of the Strawberry Shortcake product line they had designed, in 1981 American Greetings Card Company released a new series that starred the Care Bears. The Care Bears began as a series of greeting cards that had been drawn by childrenÂ’s illustrator Elena Kucharik. Two years later, after the greeting card series was in full swing, Kenner released the Care Bear Teddy Bear line.

Each Care Bear was a uniquely colored teddy bear with a white patch on their stomach that had a specialized insignia on its belly. For example, Good Luck Bear had a shamrock, Bed Time Bear had a crescent moon, and Grumpy Bear had a rain cloud. After the release, the Care Bears were seen in their own television series and had three full-length movies. In addition, they spawned a second set of stuffed animal toys, that were called Care Bear Cousins. Animals like lions, monkeys, elephants, penguins and raccoons were designed in the same style of the care bear teddy bears. The Bears live in a land called the Kingdom of Care-A-Lot where they fight negativity and sadness with a special super-hero like move they called the Care Bear Stare. The Care Bear Stare occurs when the Care Bears stand together and radiate light from their respective tummy symbols, combining to form a ray of love and cheer which is supposed to be strong enough to bring joy and care into even the darkest heart. Kid specific records, books, board games and video games soon followed.

Now, 25 years after their initial release, Care Bears are still being marketed and kids still love them all over the world. Now, beyond the plush teddy bear toys, the greeting card series that started it all, and the animated media, the Care Bears have a full line of other products with their pictures on it. Products that include: candy, clothing, stickers and a big selection of party goods and supplies, all of which would work together to melt even the hardest heart at your next party.

Mrs. Party... Gail Leino is the internet's leading authority on selecting the best possible party supplies (http://partysupplieshut.com), using proper etiquette, and living a healthy life while also teaching organizational skills and fun facts. The Party Supplies Hut has lots of party ideas with hundreds of free coloring sheets, printable games, and free birthday party activities. Over 100 adorable Party Themes (PartyThemeShop.com) to fit your birthday celebration, holiday event, or "just because" parties is at the Party Theme Shop. Party themes include cartoon characters, sports, movie, TV shows, luau, western, holidays, and unique crazy fun theme ideas.

Build Bear Basketball

DollFuss — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 15:49:42 +0000

question for moms with boys?

It's almost my little cousin's birthday and he's turning 10. I was wondering whether or not you thought this was a good present for a boy...
I was thinking of getting him a build a bear teddy bear and dressing it in a basketball outfit since he likes basketball. What do you think?

I'm not a mom, but I've babysat for almost nothing but little boys for the past ten years. In my experience kids grow out of stuffed animals around age eight, especially boys. If he likes basketball, how about getting him a brand new, really cool basketball. Or, a jersey of his favorite team/player. You can also ask his parents if there is anything he's been asking for that they haven't got him, or get together with a few family members and get him new basketball shoes. But, yeah, teddy bear is probably not the best choice.

	Build a Bear Basketball Player Outfit

	20028-Basketball Uniform Clothes for 14" - 18" Stuffed Animals and Dolls Sale Price: $12.00
	Adorable clothes that will fit most 14" - 18" stuffed animals and dolls. Including animals by Build-A-Bear, Bear Factory, Bear Mill, Nanco and Teddybear Stuffers.

	Build-A-Bear Workshop University of Kentucky Basketball Uniform 2 pc. Sale Price: $15.00
	Officially licensed teddy bear size University of Kentucky basketball uniform.

	Build-A-Bear Workshop University of Texas Basketball Uniform 2 pc. Sale Price: $15.00
	Officially licensed teddy bear size University of Texas basketball uniform includes jersey and shorts.

	Build-A-Bear Workshop University of North Carolina Basketball Uniform 2 pc. Sale Price: $15.00
	Officially licensed teddy bear size University of North Carolina basketball uniform includes jersey and shorts.

	Build-A-Bear Workshop University of Kansas Basketball Uniform 2 pc. Sale Price: $15.00
	Officially licensed teddy bear size University of Kasas basketball uniform includes jersey and shorts.

	2006-Red & White Basketball Uniform Clothes for 14" - 18" Stuffed Animals and Dolls Sale Price: $8.00
	Adorable clothes that will fit most 14" - 18" stuffed animals and dolls. Including animals by Build-A-Bear, Bear Factory, Bear Mill, Nanco and Teddybear Stuffers.

	294 - Basketball - Purple & Gold Clothes for 14" - 18" Stuffed Animals and Dolls Sale Price: $8.00
	Adorable clothes that will fit most 14" - 18" stuffed animals and dolls. Including animals by Build-A-Bear, Bear Factory, Bear Mill, Nanco and Teddybear Stuffers.

	Build A Bear Cleveland Cavs Outfit

	Dark Pink & White Basketball Jersey fits Webkinz, Shining Star & 8"-10" Make Your Own Stuffed Animals Sale Price: $3.99
	1 piece jersey style shirt.

Bears Bedtime Bear

DollFuss — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 17:18:41 +0000

Favorite bedtime story ?

When u were a kid

Mines=Teddy bear teddy bear

Goodnight Moon.(:

	A Bedtime for Bear (Bear and Mouse) Sale Price: $11.10
	Amazon Best of the Month, September 2010: When Mouse comes to spend the night, Bear isn't sure he will like having his bedtime routine disturbed by an overnight guest. How will he ever sleep without absolute quiet? A Bedtime for Bear brings Bear and Mouse (A Visitor for Bear) together again, and first time readers of Bonny Becker's delightful duo are in for a treat...

	The Berenstain Bears' Big Bedtime Book Sale Price: $3.67
	When Mama and Papa Bear go out for the night, Brother, Sister, and Honey aren't too sad. Why? Because they have Mrs. Grizzle—the best babysitter and storyteller ever! In The Berenstain Bears' Big Bedtime Book, the cubs and Mrs...

	Polar Bears Past Bedtime (Magic Tree House, No. 12) Sale Price: $0.01
	Jack and Annie are ready for their next fantasy adventure in the bestselling middle-grade series—the Magic Tree House! It's icicle city . . . when the Magic Tree House whisks Jack and Annie to the frozen Arctic...

	The Berenstain Bears' Bedtime Battle Sale Price: $0.88
	Who wants to go to bed when you can play with dinosaurs, have a tea party or get a piggyback ride on Papa Bear? Brother Bear and Sister Bear are doing everything they can to postpone their bedtime – even if that means putting Mama and Papa Bear to bed first! Ages 3–7

	Bear Snores On Sale Price: $7.61
	On a cold windy night, an itty-bitty mouse "pitter-pat, tip-toe, creep-crawls" into a sleeping bear's cozy lair, looking for relief from the bitter winter weather. Soon he is joined by a veritable menagerie of woodland animals, and the party begins...

	Old Bear Board Book Sale Price: $4.84
	Come explore the four seasons with Old Bear

	Can't You Sleep, Little Bear?: Special Anniversary Printing Sale Price: $8.98
	A beloved bedtime story lights up the dark all around us in this sumptuous new printing of a Candlewick classic.Ten years ago, when a new Candlewick Press first published Martin Waddell’s and Barbara Firth’s CAN'T YOU SLEEP, LITTLE BEAR?, the quiet, classic picture book met with resounding reviews...

	The bedtime bear: A pop-up book for bedtime Sale Price: $50.00
	Bedtime isn't bedtime without a bear, but who knows where the Bedtime Bear spends his day? With flaps to lift, wheels to turn and a pop-up on every spread, follow one little bear's adventures on his whacky way to bed! This is a fantastic new larger format paperback edition of the classic pop-up book, with an eye-catching new foiled cover.

	Magic Tree House Fact Tracker #16: Polar Bears and the Arctic: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #12: Polar Bears Past Bedtime (A Stepping Stone Book(TM)) Sale Price: $0.01
	Magic Tree House Research Guides are now Magic Tree House Fact Trackers! Track the facts with Jack and Annie! When Jack and Annie got back from their adventure in Magic Tree House #16: Polar Bears Past Bedtime, they had lots of questions...

	A Boy and a Bear: The Children's Relaxation Book Sale Price: $5.56
	A Boy and a Bear teaches young children how to relax and calm themselves. Written for children 3 - 10 years old, this book tells the story of a young boy who encounters a polar bear while they are both climbing a snow covered mountain...

Care Bears parties make for a cuddly good time with kids of all ages. These brightly colored bears like Champ and Bedtime Bear are for boys and girls alike. Care Bears teach lessons of giving and friendship - what a terrific theme to celebrate your child's birthday or to highlight friendships your child may have.

Decorations for Care Bear parties can be made at home without having to buy expensive pre made decorations. One central theme for Care Bears is rainbows. Have your guest of honor help decorate by coloring rainbows and clouds and displaying their artwork on the walls. Brightly colored crepe paper can also be purchased at a dollar store to create a rainbow and to cheer up the room. Pillows can be made with inexpensive fabric stuffed with newspaper to help make the room soft.

Care Bears Sunshine, Grumpy and Tenderheart offer plenty of fun crafts for your party. For free crafts you can download free coloring pages for your guests to color and take home. Another easy craft would be to cut out large circles of paper and have the children draw their own Care Bear belly. Affix the circle to the child's belly and they can be any kind of Care Bear they choose!

Care Bear parties are good for birthdays or afternoon activities. With choices like Cheer, Friend, Good Luck and Share Bear everyone has a favorite Care Bear to celebrate. Watch the fun of Care-A-Lot explode when you share your inner Care Bear with your child for an afternoon of fun and games.

Mrs. Party... Gail Leino takes a common sense approach to planning and organizing events, celebrations and holiday parties with unique ideas for Care Bears birthday party supplies and fun free educational party games. She explains proper etiquette and living a healthy life while also teaching organizational skills and fun facts. The Party Supplies Shop has lots of party ideas with hundreds of free holiday printable games and free birthday party activities. Over 100 adorable Theme Parties to fit your birthday celebration, holiday event, or "just because" parties is at the Party Theme Shop. Party themes include cartoon characters, sports, movie, TV shows, luau, western, holidays, and unique crazy fun theme ideas.

Bearington Teddy

DollFuss — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 05:21:15 +0000

	Tiny Dancer 4.5" Ballerina Teddy Bear by Bearington Bears Sale Price: $4.49
	Tiny Dancer Teddy Bear is all decked out for her recital. She's wearing a pink tutu with rosebuds embroidered across it and rosebuds and matching ribbons on her head. Her satin ballet slippers are laced with ribbons and she's ready to dance...

	Sicky Vicky "Get Well Soon!" Teddy Bear by Bearington Bears Sale Price: $7.70
	Say Get Well Soon in a very touching way with Sicky Vicky Bear. This 10 bear is dressed in frilly pink pajamas with a Get Well Soon message monogrammed on it. She is holding a handkerchief to her nose...

	Gracie Grateful Plush Thank You Teddy Bear by Bearington Sale Price: $10.95
	Say "Thank You" with Gracie Grateful Bearington Collection Thank You Bear. This 10" bear wearing an embroidered sweater, with "Thanks a Bunch" embroidered in the middle. A great gift by itself, or as an add-on to flowers or other Thank You gifts!Bearington is a family owned and operated business based in Georgia...

	Beary Beautiful Bride By Bearington Sale Price: $14.75
	This Beary Beautiful Bride is wearing a silky wedding dress holding a bouquet of flowers and is delighted to get married.She is 10"inches tall and is the perfect gift for the bride to be!!

	Pinky Teddy Bear by Bearington Bear Sale Price: $7.72
	Celebrate your new little girl with "Pinky" the collectable baby girl bear. Baby Pinky is ready for her nap. She is wearing a pink diaper and is sucking on her pink binky and her snuggly blanket is knit with emboidered abc blocks...

	Bearington Collection Big Huggles Teddy Bear Sale Price: $49.95

	Bearington Bear Baby Bensen Light Brown Teddy Boy Sale Price: $9.85
	Adorable brown plush 10 inch teddy bear with plaid bow. Matches his 16 inch daddy, "Bensen."

	Bearington - Scared E. Cat Sale Price: $12.00
	Scared E. Cat - 10 in bear dressed as black cat for Halloween - orange and black bow, orange inside ears, holds orange trick or treat bag with black cat applique (goes with Fraidy Cat and Bats Belfy) - NEW for FALL/WINTER 2007-2008

	Bearington Tennis Courtney Plush Teddy Bear Sale Price: $6.83
	10 Inch Collectible Plush

	Tiny Toeshoes Sale Price: $9.95
	This adorable bear makes a wonderful collectable for your tiny dancer. Tiny Toeshoes stands 6" high and wears an elegant organza tutu with coordinating rose headband and of course, white ballet pointe shoes.

Cold and flu season....ugh! Strep throat, bronchitis....ow! Pretty miserable feeling with even the slightest of symptoms. And not to be sneezed at (pun intended)....because there can be complications, such as pneumonia, that may land you in the hospital. Been there, done that, as my young relatives say.

Several of my friends have been quite ill recently, two of them in hospital. Cards and flowers and magazines are always appreciated at those times, but I really enjoyed receiving a fruit and candy gift basket. I seemed to crave fruit when I finally felt like eating but just wasn't ready for regular meals yet.

A spa gift basket is a good choice for the ladies. Still recovering and feeling weary, they would truly enjoy being pampered a bit. So many lovely scents are available. Some are relaxing; some are invigorating.

Looking for a really good bargain? The Honey Bear Spa Bath and Gift Set is currently 20% off, with a super savings offer of free shipping as well. A spa tote contains honey almond shower gel, moisturizing body lotion, foaming bubble bath, honey comb soap, exfoliating body scrub, honey and almond soothing bath salts and a natural fiber bath loofah. Your best get-well wishes would arrive with a personalized message and a honey bear teddy bear, all tied up with ribbon.

For the men who have a favorite sport or love all sports in general, a sports gift basket is a thoughtful gift. While they're recuperating, they'll need to watch their games from the couch or recliner. You can always join them and enjoy the contents of the gift basket, too.

For the football fan, the Football Fanatic Get Well Gift Basket, at a 23% discount, is a good choice. It is filled with snacks to munch on: roasted nuts, zesty popcorn and savory cheese straws, chocolate treats, seasoned pretzels, robust coffee and mini-cookies.

Also currently 23% off is the Get Well for Golfers Gift Basket. A great choice for your favorite golfer who's not feeling 'up to par.' Water Hazard Goodies, Golf Fever Nuts, Sand Trap Sweets, Slice Snacks and Triple Bogey Delights will soon have them back in the swing of things. It is a tempting assortment of cookies, coffee, chocolate filled treats, zesty cheese sticks, crunchy tortilla chips and seasoned pretzels.

There are gift baskets available for most sports. From basketball, soccer, tennis to Nascar and motocross, to fishing...with snacks and theme related containers, there's sure to be something for someone on your list.

Anyone on the mend, but not completely recovered yet, and bored? The JGB Get Well Doctor's Gift Bag is a fun choice. A doctors Rx bag theme box is filled with such goodies as BAND AID Gummy Candies, 'Get Well' Cough Drops, 'Get Well Soon' Apple Decorated Sugar Cookies, Green Apple all-natural Dried Fruit Snack Bag, and herbal tea bags singles. As a cure for boredom, a deck of playing cards, a large crossword puzzle book and activity book are also included.

With a special offer for free Super Saver Shipping from Amazon.com right now, you can add a 'sick friend' to keep them company in their misery. Sicky Vicky is a 10" tall Teddy Bear with a Get Well Soon message monogrammed on her pink pajamas and is holding a handkerchief for her nose. Illie Willie, discounted 35%, is in blue stripe pajamas and blowing his nose on a hankie. Both are from Bearington Bears.

Don't forget to include your sincerest wishes and heartfelt prayer for a speedy recovery. I could use a prayer or two right now myself. AaahCHOO! And Amen!

Special note from Amazon.com: 'We strongly recommend gifts for patients of a medical facility be sent to a friend or caregiver who can hand-deliver the gift to the recipient. It has been our experience that patients are moved or discharged early, missing their thoughtful gift from you.'

Barb L Collins is a researcher of gift shopping sites and regularly includes specific products in her Gift Baskets Review. She thoroughly enjoys matching the gift with the recipient's interests and personality. She feels that the perfect choice will also reflect the personality of the giver. As a former owner of an online gift shop that featured gift baskets for all occasions, she continues to be amazed at the variety available. She also loves a good bargain. Among her favorites in gift baskets are those created by Art of Appreciation and sold through Amazon.com, with frequent discounts offered.

Visit her at http://giftbasketsreview.blogspot.com for more unique gift basket ideas.

Bear Bears

DollFuss — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:08:23 +0000

	Hartstrings Baby-Boys Newborn Cotton Interlock Polar Bear Tee, Light Blue, 3-6 Months Sale Price: $30.00

	Hartstrings Baby-Boys Newborn Polar Bear Cotton Corduroy Pant, Legion Blue, 3-6 Months Sale Price: $44.00

	Hartstrings Baby-Boys Newborn Polar Bear Corduroy Overall, Legion Blue, 0-3 Months Sale Price: $48.00

	Gerber 31-000751 Bear Grylls Survival Series Ultimate Knife, Serrated Edge Sale Price: Too low to display
	From Gerber, the 31-000751 Bear Grylls Survival Series Ultimate Knife is designed to help you endure in the toughest environments. It features an ergonomic grip for comfortable handling and a dependable stainless steel blade with a versatile serrated edge...

	Gerber 31-000698 Bear Grylls Survival Series Parang, With Nylon Sheath Sale Price: $26.92
	The product of collaboration between Gerber and survival expert Bear Grylls, the Parang Machete is a modern version of the traditional tribesman machete. Its angled blade is ideal for clearing brush, branches, or tree limbs, and full tang construction boosts durability...

	Charlie Rocket Short Sleeve Bear Tee Shirt, Navy, 18/24 Sale Price: $23.00

	Gerber 31-000752 Bear Grylls Survival Series, Folding Sheath Knife Sale Price: $20.28
	The product of collaboration between Gerber and survival expert Bear Grylls, the Folding Sheath Knife is a compact knife that folds for easy storage and portability. A dual-sided thumb stud makes for easy one-handed opening...

	Ezekiel Men's Bear Trap Flannel Shirt, Black, Medium Sale Price: $57.00
	Yarn dyed flannel shirt

	Gerber 31-000754 Bear Grylls Survival Series Scout, Drop Point Knife, Serrated Sale Price: $17.38
	The product of collaboration between Gerber and survival expert Bear Grylls, the Scout Drop Point Folding Knife has a slim design and dual-sided thumb stud for easy one-handed opening. Its half-serrated, high-carbon stainless steel blade is ideal for edge retention and cutting rope, making it a great choice for scouting expeditions and other outdoor adventures...

	Gerber 31-000760 Bear Grylls Survival Series, Compact Scout Knife, Drop Point Sale Price: $9.99
	The product of collaboration between Gerber and survival expert Bear Grylls, the Compact Scout Knife is a smaller version of the original Scout knife, featuring a thin, folding design for easy portability and storage--just tuck it in a pocket and you're ready to go...

Teddy bears have been around for a long time. In reality it has been well over 100 years since we came to know teddy bears. The beauty of it is that teddy bears have come in all shapes and sizes, various colors and personalities. They have become a staple of childhood toys and they hold a spot in all of our hearts.

Books have been written about various teddy bears and stories have been told. Some teddy bears have even made it onto the movie and TV screen.

Winnie the Pooh Bear is infamous for his many adventures and his friends. Winnie, along with Christopher Robin, Rabbit, Tigger, Owl, Piglet, Eeyore, Kanga, and Roo live a very interesting life in the hundred acre wood.

We certainly would not want to forget Paddington Bear. This adorable little teddy bear comes from darkest Peru but now lives with Brown family at 32 Windsor Gardens. Paddington is very intelligent and has set opinions about what is right and what is wrong, and he is happy to tell you about his views. He is known for saying, "Things happen to me. I'm that sort of bear." This is a feeling that most of us can relate to. Paddington is also fond of saying, "It just wouldn't work", which is adorable in a teddy bear but not so much in a human.

In recent times The Care Bears were discovered. They rapidly gained popularity. Each Care Bear teddy bear has a message a message and a lesson to teach us about how we should conduct our lives. They come in various colors and sizes and each Care Bear has a personal motif on their tummies and a personal motto they dedicate their lives to. These bears have starred in their own movies and TV series.

There is a comic strip in a London newspaper about a mischievous teddy bear named Rupert. The comic strips have even been compiled to form books, called Annuals.

Not only have many teddy bears been featured in animated series and movies but several have had poetry written about them. With the many TV stations designed for children teddy bears are almost always in the spotlight.

Yogi and Boo-Boo have been in our lives for a long, long time. And we would not want to forget about Smokey as we warned us about forest fires.

But perhaps the teddy bears that deserve the most recognition are those that live with us. They can bring comfort to a sick or scared child and they can bring a smile to our day. If you do not have a special teddy bear in your life you are missing out on a comforting friend that wants nothing more than to see you happy.

If you are a teddy bear collector or you simply love teddy bears you will want to visit the following site: http://www.TeddyBearWebsite.com You will find lots of information about teddy bears and teddy bear products. Check it out!

humans and koala bears fingerprints are the same, is it possible to have the same fingerprint as a koala bear?

it is known that a koala bears fingerprints are exactly the samea as a humans, is it possible then that a human could have the same fingerprint as a koala bear?

The Koala is one of the few mammals (other than primates) that has fingerprints. In fact, koala fingerprints are remarkably similar to human fingerprints; even with an electron microscope, it can be quite difficult to distinguish between the two.

Bearington Teddy Bear

DollFuss — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:24:54 +0000

Don't forget to include your sincerest wishes and heartfelt prayer for a speedy recovery. I could use a prayer or two right now myself. AaahCHOO! And Amen!

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	Tiny Dancer 4.5" Ballerina Teddy Bear by Bearington Bears Sale Price: $4.49
	Tiny Dancer Teddy Bear is all decked out for her recital. She's wearing a pink tutu with rosebuds embroidered across it and rosebuds and matching ribbons on her head. Her satin ballet slippers are laced with ribbons and she's ready to dance...

	Sicky Vicky "Get Well Soon!" Teddy Bear by Bearington Bears Sale Price: $7.70
	Say Get Well Soon in a very touching way with Sicky Vicky Bear. This 10 bear is dressed in frilly pink pajamas with a Get Well Soon message monogrammed on it. She is holding a handkerchief to her nose...

	Gracie Grateful Plush Thank You Teddy Bear by Bearington Sale Price: $10.95
	Say "Thank You" with Gracie Grateful Bearington Collection Thank You Bear. This 10" bear wearing an embroidered sweater, with "Thanks a Bunch" embroidered in the middle. A great gift by itself, or as an add-on to flowers or other Thank You gifts!Bearington is a family owned and operated business based in Georgia...

	Illie Willie "Get Well Soon" Teddy Bear Sale Price: $12.95
	Illie Willie Bear is sure to cheer anyone up with his presence! This 10 bear is dressed in a pair of blue and white striped pajamas with a Get Well Soon message on the shirt. He is holding a handkerchief to his nose...

	Pinky Teddy Bear by Bearington Bear Sale Price: $7.72
	Celebrate your new little girl with "Pinky" the collectable baby girl bear. Baby Pinky is ready for her nap. She is wearing a pink diaper and is sucking on her pink binky and her snuggly blanket is knit with emboidered abc blocks...

	Missy Meowington Bearington Christmas White Kitty Cat with Hat Stuffed Animal Gift By Bearington Collection Sale Price: $12.99
	Decked out in her best hat with a lavender rose accent, Missy is 8" of sweet, fluffy white kitty cat. Press her paw and she will meow her love to you. Another high quality, beautifully detailed Bearington Bear Collection product...

	Beary Beautiful Bride By Bearington Sale Price: $14.75
	This Beary Beautiful Bride is wearing a silky wedding dress holding a bouquet of flowers and is delighted to get married.She is 10"inches tall and is the perfect gift for the bride to be!!

	Bearington Collection Big Huggles Teddy Bear Sale Price: $49.95

	Nurse Carrington Teddy Bear by Bearington Bear Sale Price: $12.95
	Nurse Carrington to the ER stat!" This 10" high bear is wearing pink scrubs and is ready to check your vitals with her stethescope. A perfect gift for the medical professional in your life.

	Bearington Tennis Courtney Plush Teddy Bear Sale Price: $6.83
	10 Inch Collectible Plush

Ninja Bear

Bear Teddy Bear

DollFuss — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 19:24:59 +0000

	Hoody sweatshirt Red Monkey Company RMC MKWS Red Monkey MKWS marl grey teddy bear top REDM2311 Sale Price: $290.00

	Robeez Baby-Girls Newborn 6 Pack Teddy Bear Socks, Pink/Multi, 0-6 Months Sale Price: $17.50

	Vitamins Baby Boys 4 Piece Teddy Bear Play Set-6 Months Sale Price: $21.99
	This adorable four piece outfit from Vitamins is sure to be a hit this winter season. The set starts with a long sleeve onesie and hat that are embellished in cute little teddy bears with Teddy's Toy Box printed throughout...

	Artsmith, Inc. Men's Embroidered Jacket Tye Dye Peace Symbol Physchedelic Teddy Bears - Black, Small Sale Price: $64.97
	Product Number: 030-560457119 Exercise your right to look great -- and feel great -- while on the go. Lightweight and easy to get around in, this workout-friendly jacket is perfect for running to the store or running a 5K...

	Artsmith, Inc. Women's Embroidered Jacket Tye Dye Peace Symbol Physchedelic Teddy Bears - XL Sale Price: $64.97
	Product Number: 030-560457110 Work up a good sweat while still looking great. Made for the fashion-conscious lady on the go, this light, flexible jacket gets you anywhere in style. A cozy fleece inner lining also makes staying warm a breeze...

	Artsmith, Inc. Men's Embroidered Jacket I Don't Do Mornings Teddy Bear - Hangover - Black, Small Sale Price: $64.97
	Product Number: 030-564106403 Exercise your right to look great -- and feel great -- while on the go. Lightweight and easy to get around in, this workout-friendly jacket is perfect for running to the store or running a 5K...

	Artsmith, Inc. Women's Embroidered Jacket I Don't Do Mornings Teddy Bear - Hangover - Medium Sale Price: $64.97
	Product Number: 030-564106394 Work up a good sweat while still looking great. Made for the fashion-conscious lady on the go, this light, flexible jacket gets you anywhere in style. A cozy fleece inner lining also makes staying warm a breeze...

	Gas Sniffer/Teddy Bear Obsession Sale Price: $1.99

	Rebel Without a Teddy Bear Sale Price: $0.99

	His Teddy Bear
	Teddy, who is ironically enough a bear shifter, has finally found her mate. There’s one big problem though. He doesn’t like what he sees. Reece never imagined his chosen mate would be a woman with extra curves, but all it takes is one taste to realize the benefits and turn his world upside down...

Every now and again we get an international story that demonstrates the importance of cultural awareness in the modern age. Examples include the Israeli tourists kissing in a Hindu shrine, the movie poster that offended Buddhists and sparked protests in S.E. Asia or the now infamous Prophet Muhammad Cartoons.

It is again the Prophet of Islam who is the centre of attention in the latest example of intercultural incompetence. British teacher Gillian Gibbons, 54, is currently facing charges in Sudan on the grounds that she insulted Islam and incited hatred by allowing her class to name a teddy bear Muhammad. The story has again been pounced upon by the media as another example of Muslim extremism, irrationalility and their obvious discomfort with the "modern world".

Firstly, it should be first stated that this is not a "Muslim" reaction. It was the reaction of some "over-senstive" parents (as quoted by Mr Khalid al Mubarak of the Sudanese embassy in London). Most Muslims appreciate this was simply an error of judgement based upon ignorance of the respect afforded to the Prophet within Islam. Many have publicly come out in support of Ms. Gibbons:

Muslim Council of Britain, (MCB)

"This is a disgraceful decision and defies common sense. There was clearly no intention on the part of the teacher to deliberately insult the Islamic faith. The children in Ms Gibbons' class and their parents have all testified as to her innocence in this matter. We call upon the Sudanese President, Umar al-Bashir, to intervene in this case without delay to ensure that Ms Gibbons is freed from this quite shameful ordeal."

Ramadhan Foundation

"The Ramadhan Foundation urges the Sudanese Authorities to immediately release Gillian Gibbons as she has not set out deliberately to offend or demonise Islam and Muslims," said Mohammed Shafiq. "This matter is not worthy of arrest or detention and her continued detention will not help repair the misconceptions about Islam. Like migrants coming to this country have to learn English, our values and customs, it is imperative that British citizens learn the values, customs and beliefs of their adopted country."

The reaction of the parents may be somewhat extreme but it does demonstrate that when the Prophet Muhammad is involved one always has to be careful, especially when in a conservative country such as Sudan. The crux of the matter here is that the decision to name the teddy bear was based on ignorance. This could have been something avoided through a simple cultural awareness course.

In any basic cultural awareness course on Islam, reverance towards the Prophet is always discussed and elaborated upon. Most people from Western Europe or North America do not appreciate the level of respect afforded to the Prophet and how this manifests. In 'the West', religion and Prophets are seen as open to criticism and ridicule in name of freedom of speech. However in more religious countries this is not tolerated. Within Islam it is an absolute no-no, whether it is Muhammad, Jesus (Isa), Moses (Musa) or Abraham (Ibrahim). The reason is that Muhammad is seen as the best of creation and the bringer of God's final message to mankind. In a narration (hadith) of the Prophet he tells his followers:

"None of you believes until he loves me more than he loves his children, his parents, and all people." In another hadith he says: "None of you believes until he loves me more than he loves himself."

A man of this stature is therefore afforded the highest of respect. Jokes are therefore out and naming teddy bears is not really appropriate either.

The whole saga is though a prime example of why people really need cultural awareness training before they go to live and/or work in a foreign country. It opens their eyes to potential problems and challenges they may face as well as help them in the settling in process. Cultural awareness helps the foreign become less alien and most importantly less unexpected.

Below are some basic cultural awareness tips for expatriates planning to move to a foreign country:

* The easiest place to start is to get a good book that explains the local laws, customs, religion, society, etiquette and culture. There are now many websites that offer such information for free.

* Join a forum on the internet. Ask for advice and what cultural awareness tips they have.

* Try and learn some of the language - if you can not dedicate time to language lessons then why not learn some simple phrases?

* Draw upon friends or acquaintances that may be nationals of the country you are moving to. Seek their advice and insight.

* If kids are moving to then involve them as much as possible in building cultural awareness - give them small tasks that will slowly introduce them to their new homes.

* Once in the new country respect local customs and dress codes. As you are a guest in their country it is important not to behave in a manner that could offend people.

* Even if local customs and ways of doing things may be frustrating always remember that it does not make it wrong. People across the world simply do things differently.

* Pay attention to any religious observances especially in with less familiar religions such as Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam and Sikhism. In some countries there are restrictions on what can be eaten or worn.

* If you are ever unsure whether your behaviour is appropriate, simply observe what the locals do and follow their lead.

Neil Payne is Managing Director and Middle East trainer at the London based consultancy Kwintessential. For more information on their services please visit Intercultural Training.

How could I preserve the writing with different inks on a material teddy bear?

Hi
I have a materal teddy bear which was bought from a school as a graduation bear. I had friends sign it in different inks. I want to preserve the messages and would like to know how I can do this. The bear is white in colour.
Thanks

I do not know how to preserve it. Next time I would use acid free archival ink.