Please allow me to introduce you to Atticus. Atticus is a “guard bear” and he was made for me and given to me by a co-worker back when I was first diagnosed.I have to tell you that Atticus has been part of my bed since he arrived. So yes, I do indeed sleep with a stuffed animal.
At first Vince wasn’t so sure about his inclusion in the bed. Imagine opening your eyes and finding yourself nose-to-nose with Atticus.
The other day, after I had changed the bed, Vince came in and noticed Atticus on the floor. He immediately picked up the bear and put him on the bed.
There are many nights that I reach out and hold onto him, if only briefly until I fall back asleep again.
I think his presence has helped get me through a few rough nights.
Here he is:
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namaste