My bereavement bear is so beautiful -- when I opened the box and took it out, I immediately sat down with it in my arms hugging it and crying. It is a big comfort to me. I sleep with it and recently took the bear which is made from my hubby's T-shirts on a trip with me. I went somewhere he and I used to always go, and I was apprehensive about going without Larry. But "Larry Bear" was there with me and took that apprehension away. Thank You Patchwork Bear. Your workmanship is exquisite!! I will recommend you highly to all my friends.