Brownie

I've posted this picture before. So maybe I'm cheating by not taking a new one but this really is the childhood toy that means the most to me. Meet Brownie. His nose is worn, his mouth is worn, his stomach fur lays flat but he's my friend. And when we're apart, I feel separation anxiety. He's listened to many prayers and cries and endured many tears and hugs. But he maintained his integrity through it all... I mean, the guy wears a bow tie. How much more distinguished can a bear get?!?