Today’s Greatitude

National Teddy Bear Day

Teddy Bear Day is celebrated on September 9 annually, a day set aside for everyone to bring out all their teddy bears to thank them for their companionship, the wonderful moments we’ve had with them, and all the days and nights they’ve comforted us.

The teddy bear is one of the most popular toys for children, and it occupies a particular place in the hearts of many adults as well.

The teddy bear was created to commemorate American President Theodore Roosevelt after a failed hunting expedition was parodied in the Washington Post. Morris Michtom, the proprietor of a Brooklyn candy shop, saw the cartoon and had an idea. He and his wife Rose also produced stuffed animals, and Michtom decided to make a plush toy bear for the president who refused to shoot a bear. He dubbed it ‘Teddy’s Bear.’ And just like that the Teddy bear was born.

Hug your bears tight-today is a day of thanks!