Gen. H. Norman Schwarzkopf commander of U.S. forces in the Persian Gulf, recently received a teddy bear, compliments of Send-A-Friend Inc. of Pasadena.

His new "friend" was decorated in Army fatigues and displayed a yellow ribbon that said. "Welcome Home" on the front.

Send-A-Friend Inc. for customizes teddy bears for any occasion as an alternative to flowers and other gifts.

The company has shipped the 14-inch bears all over the world.

A full set of accessories, including hats, balloons and 200 other items are available for customizations.

The bear given to Gen. Schwarzkopf carried a message of thanks to all of the soldiers who served in the Persian Gulf.