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Burlison Bears
Hello friends.
I finished my latest bear...and boy does it reflect my mood today! Bad day...cause I've been missing my baby squirrels (you can find that story posted in general topics as well).
This little fellow is named Jinx...and he feels like a Jinx, having a thoroughly all-around bad day. You can see he is holding up a sign which reflects his mood. I think it's cute...but then again I have a demented sense of humor at times. To me the D-word is pretty tame...but I don't know how others feel about it.
I wanted to go straight to the artists about this one before listing him on ebay. Do you think this would offend collectors on ebay? I certainly don't want to upset anyone.
Am I the only one who finds the humor and charm in this bear and his sign? I need a majority vote. Should I list this bear in auction...or should I keep this bear to myself?
-Eliza
Waggle BearsEliza, I LOVE him. 
Don't know about anyone else, but I think this is just hilarious. I know I have those days and I'm sure everyone else does, too. I can't see how it could offend anyone...although I could certainly understand if you decide to keep him yourself. He's just too darn cute to let go.
BrisbaneI love him too ...and certainly don't find anything about him offensive!!!
Storytime Bears
Posts: 2,203Me too! LOVE him!
Ha! I think he's funny. There will probably be certain people who won't want to buy him because of his bad word, although it's probably a very small percentage, and I certainly don't think he's "offensive", or "too offensive for eBay," whatever that means. I love eBay and owe much of my success to that sales venue but I've seen things sold there like toast with images of the Madonna on it. So if that's okay, this has gotta be! Besides, there's nothing better than a little humor to spice life up!
He's also, by the way, really, really cute, and full of charm!
sewing starshe is GREAT! and not offensive at all. but then, i tend to swear more than most people i think... 
Sunnie BearsI think he is adorable and I think many collectors will value the humor in him. I wouldn't hesitate to list him
Hugsa
Sonya
Burlison BearsAlright!
So glad y'all seem to share my same demented sense of humor! 
So far everyone thinks I should list him...so I guess I'm off to list him!
Thank you everyone for sharing your opinions.
-Eliza
JeannieB BearsEliza,
Your bear made me laugh out loud! I wonder when you will be taking wildlife rehab. classes in your area?
Even with a busy schedule...baby squirrels grow fast...you can even leave a bottle on their cage and they will drink by themselves! Always remember to close the toilet lid....as they can get in..but, can't get out! 
JeannieB 
Burlison BearsJeannie
So glad he made you laugh!
I would love to take wildlife rehab. classes! Maybe at some point I can get involved in something like that! I've always had close relationships with animals my whole life...some domestic...some wild. Animals are so special to me. And the zoo is my favorite place to go.
Sounds like you've had you're own dealings with baby squirrels! How funny! :crackup:
-Eliza
I have a horrible mouth...list him, he's adorable!
Doodlebears
Go for it, I find him very cute.
Hugs Jane.
bears by beesley TMAwe I just love him. You know even bears get in a mood. I think he is wonderful and many will love him to bits! I hope things brighten up soon in your world.
Hugs Louise
Past Time BearsAbsolutely . . . that little guy is a charmer!
Flying Fur StudiosHe's cute and it makes me laugh.
I've seen much worse on ebay.........so go ahead I say
A great little bear - list him and I am sure that he will be swooped up.
Hugs
Carolyn
Rufnut Teddy'sGreat work, I don't see any issues with the sign . :clap:
Wild Thyme OriginalsAwww.... you know, anymore, you are bound to offend someone no matter what you do! You know what I mean? I'm sure that there is someone out there who might think that it's awful that a bear would "swear" like that. 
Really though, In my oppinion, he's adorable and funny... and I love a bear with a sense of humor about life in general! We could all use that from time to time!
Kim Basta
Posts: 3,540I think everyone can relate to this little guy for at least one day out of their lives 
I'll be amazed if he doesn't get snapped up
Back Road BearsHe's tame for eBay! And I think many can identify with his choice of words (well, one word!). And as Kim said, you are always going to offend SOMEONE but don't let that stop you. I also agree that someone will scoop him right up! Damn is a very tame word in today's society! Besides, you are listing him as an adult collectible, right... it's not like you made him with the intent of a child playing with him!
Go for it!
Matilda Huggington-beareEliza, if a dead squirrel in a wedding dress on ebay didnt shock or offend collectors then I can assure you that a sign saying a very tame 'Damn' isnt going to raise an eyelid.
You should do very well with this upset ted.
wendy :thumbsup:
OOOpppsss!! I think my reply might be a tad inappropriate. I didnt know you were raising squirrels Eliza or the story behind it.
Posts: 8,574Awwww who cares, someone is always offended about something. Meanwhile your little guy might be the tonic for a bad day that someone is looking for. If he makes one person smile you have done good work for the day.
Go for it! He's funny and fun and adorable.....
gollyhugs
dilu
Burlison BearsMatilda! :crackup: Hahaha! You made me laugh! That's so funny you had to go back and edit your post to me!
Yeah, I don't really want to think about dead squirrels right now...as I am hoping my baby squirrels have survived at the wildlife rehab. center. You can read about my squirrel babies on page 2 of the General topics.
I do remember that dead squirrel in a wedding dress on ebay! My first reaction to it was laughter cause I thought it was someone's soft sculpture...then on closer examination realizing it was a dead squirrel kinda creeped me out.
-Eliza
P.S. Thanks everyone for giving me honest opinions about Jinx! He still doesn't have a bid...so if any here want to adopt him please do!
aerBearsOh my gosh! What a wonderful concept!!!! I wish I had thought of it! I don't think he is inappropriate at all and I think you will be very successful with his sale, everyone can relate to Jinx.
Love him!
Aeri
