At 95, Marie Doll just might be at the "top of her game." That's right, Marie is more determined than the Energizer Bunny to keep chugging along rehabilitating teddy bears. She's incredible. We're featuring Marie today because she received some well-deserved publicity in the Idaho Falls Post-Register (P-R) newspaper. Marie is "above the fold" on the front page of "The West" section.The P-R Reporter, Laura Zuckerman once again skillfully wove words to tell Marie's touching story. THANKS, Laura! Laura's story is succinct yet conveys a real feeling for the "how & why" of what Marie does. Ilona McCarty's photo reflects Marie's quiet peace and dignity. With more than 2,000 "rehabbed" teddy bears under her belt, Marie is a genuine inspiration to all who know and cherish her.
Marie's work is spread far and wide across Eastern Idaho. It would be impossible to even estimate how lives her work has touched. Marie's "rehabbed" bears go directly into the hands of people who are hurting in one way or another, whether in an accident or after medical procedures in a hospital. Marie's special bears are also on patrol with police officers and sheriff's deputies, ready to spring into action in the arms of people facing tough situations. Marie's bears are a direct extension of the hands, heart and spirit of this kind and gracious woman. God Bless You, Marie!
If you are interested in helping to get one or more teddy bears delivered to Marie's little home alongside the famous Salmon River, please contact us. Marie could also use help in obtaining the cleaning chemicals and other materials necessary to "rehab" a teddy bear into right and proper shape for their upcoming special assignments. Our email is embedded in a photo at the bottom of this blog. Our distant blog readers can mail bears or other support to RSVP @ 357 Constitution Way, Idaho Falls, ID 83402
