Lately, I have been on a total crocheting kick. I don't know why, but it seems to come in waves (usually when I have a specific event). So, when I needed a gift idea, it just made sense. The doctor that delivered my babies (the person I credit with giving me my children - LITERALLY, I would not have my children, if not for this man) is not only an incredible doctor, but he's also an amazing human being, who is extremely generous and kind. I am always trying to think of ways to show my gratitude. Every year, on his birthday, I show up at his office with some form of baked goods, and while he's always super appreciative, I'm certain I'm one of dozens of patients who do the same. This year, I really wanted to do something special and meaningful, so in the spirit of putting others first, I tried to think of what is meaningful to him. Among his many amazing qualities, he donates his time as a board member to multiple charities. One of the charities is an organization called, "Jalen's Gift." It is an organization that provides, among other things, care boxes to families that are dealing with infant mortality. I decided to make two blankets, this year, to give to him for this great organization. I actually forgot to take a picture of the blankets I made, but they were very similar to the ones I made for Project Linus this year. See: 35 (Am I really that old?) Acts of Kindness. Anyway, the blankets were a huge success, and I could tell that I really touched him with my gift. He was extremely grateful, and he joked that he would have a hard time not keeping one for himself. I told him I would be more than glad to make him his own, and I asked him what colors he would like. He was really excited, and he told me to surprise him. So, I took my girls to the store, the next day, and let them pick the colors (they're 5 & 2), and here is the end result...
Right now, I'm working on scarves to hand out to the homeless, with our bags of essential items. See #9 on my 35 Acts of Kindness or #7 on my 34 Acts of Kindness. I'll post pictures of those, when I have a few more done.
