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A mannequin leg decorated by Beth Cox is displayed during 2013's "Legs About Town" exhibit, a precursor to the Glamorous Gams fundraiser in September to benefit Vancouver's Children's Center.
A mannequin leg decorated by Beth Cox is displayed during 2013's "Legs About Town" exhibit, a precursor to the Glamorous Gams fundraiser in September to benefit Vancouver's Children's Center.

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August 28, 2012
A mannequin leg decorated by Beth Cox is displayed during 2013's "Legs About Town" exhibit, a precursor to the Glamorous Gams fundraiser in September to benefit Vancouver's Children's Center.

Local woman creates leg art

A Camas woman is among the artists who have decorated mannequin legs -- to benefit the Children's Center. Elida Field's "Dear Legs" creation included an apology letter to her legs. "For me, it was about accepting our bodies and being thankful for the things we have," she said. The letter mentions making it through knee surgeries, cuts, bruises and muscle tears. "I looked with admiration at other legs -- legs that were leaner, longer, smoother and more beautiful -- wishing I had those," Field said. "I'm sure this made you feel badly. I am so sorry! "Even with all of this poor treatment, you helped me to jump high and run fast!" she added. "You are strong, tan, muscular, and you do almost everything I ask!"