I received an email from a rep at Build-A-Bear Workshop, that fun make-your-own stuffed animal store that I’m sure so many of us have already visited, especially those who have gone through deployments.
Build-A-Bear Workshop is offering a special salute to the troops and their military families in honor of Veteran’s Day this month and between Wednesday, Nov. 11 through Sunday, Nov. 15, you can get 20% off your purchase simply by showing your military id.
If you’re not sure what Build-A-Bear Workshop is, this is a store that allows you to make your own interactive stuffed animal. We did it with Caleb when Cliff deployed the first time; he has a stuffed monkey and when it’s squeezed, he can hear Cliff’s voice saying “You’re my little monkey. I love you very much and I’ll be home soon.”
Many military wives have been able to get really creative for their kids and their deployed husbands and I know I’ve heard of great stories of deployed soldiers taking their own bears or animals along with their kids voices and sending home pictures of all the adventures their tag-a-long friends have had. It’s just one more way that you can keep the connection going with your deployed family member.
For more info, go to buildabear.com.
Popularity: 6% [?]
Bless your heart for posting this one! My husband deployed 100 days ago, today. Before he left, our 3 kids each made their own animal, complete with Daddy telling each he loves them & wishing them a good night. I never even considered the idea of sending him one. Thank you so much…we've been collecting small things for Christmas gifts, but have been searching for something meaningful. Hearing his children's voices wish him goodnight in return will be our special Christmas present for him.
Amy
That's a great Christmas idea Amy! I am sure your husband will love that and I bet other ladies who are looking for Christmas care package ideas for their hubbies will benefit from that idea as well.
Sara Horn