Photo of Paisley Dorr, 2 by Brian Thomas from the St. Petersburg Times.A non-profit organization began three years ago, calling itself Operation Hug-A-Hero. They are making Daddy Dolls for children whose dad's have been deployed in Iraq or Afghanistan. These dolls have photographs of their parent on the front of the doll, and the dolls have voice boxes, with a message recorded from the parent. Children have pressed them so many times, they have worn out the message.
Children carry these dolls everywhere and sleep with it. It helps them to cope with the parents long deployment. They hug it and tell their dad how much they love him.
Operation-Hug-A-Hero also makes dolls for fallen police officers. Daddy Dolls are available to be purchased.
What a great idea to help children to recognize their dads or moms and actually hear their voice. Without this, young children are often frightened when their parent comes home from deployment. You can sponsor a doll for $25. For more information on making a donation, go to their website.
What a great way to help out a service member.
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