Teddy bear project provides emergency cuddles for sick children
When her friend was diagnosed with cancer, Jackie Babb decided the best medicine was a fluffy friend. Five years later, she and her bears still bring smiles to sick children.
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When her friend was diagnosed with cancer, Jackie Babb decided the best medicine was a fluffy friend. Five years later, she and her bears still bring smiles to sick children.
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