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Originally Posted by Nimros  Pam, if it's any comfort, my girls (10 and 8) still carry around their 'Precious Ones' (three stuffed kitties.) They have been EVERYWHERE with us.
Now, just about the time DD turned 10, she relegated her Precious Ones to a spot on the shelf in her bedroom. Every once in a while they'll make a trip with us to the store or the park - but mostly she leaves them on the shelf. DD 8 is outraged at her sister and still carries her POs around all day.
And (drum roll, please) - it's not a stuffed animal, but I have an crocheted afghan a member of the family made for me when I was twelve. It is either on the foot of my bed or on the sofa in the family room. When we go on vacation, the afghan comes along in the car. Everytime I see it, it is a comforting reminder of my childhood - one of the oldest possessions I have.
So - don't worry. Your DD will grow out of it....or not. (Just teasing - she'll know when it's time to let BG retire.)
I think I'll go read "The Velveteen Rabbit" to my girls now... |
I too have several quilts my Grandma Amato made me. They are constantly on display and in use. One was gifted to Tommy when he was born, one to Autumn when she was born. The other is on my bed and I always use it. It helps me feel close to her since she's been gone since 1996...boy do I miss her. I also still have my very first Teddy Bear on a shelf in my room...every once in awhile, when Tom is working nights, I suggle with Teddy.
