(AA) I like the comparison of the bear to Bucky's prosthetic arm. Something that was forced on him, that he's allowed to take back for himself because he wants to.

I'm so glad you liked my strange, rambling story OP! I posted it to ao3 with some minor edits: https://archiveofourown.org/works/12349890

Thank you again for the prompt, and for the wonderful feedback!