Dear Reader:

Monday night Mandy had me over for dinner… and while finishing up … Tommy dropped by with Pip and he told me he would take me home. Kaitlyn had given him something to give to me…something for me … one year late but she thought I would still want it after learning the story behind the blanket.

When we got back in Tommy showed me this huge gray and white blanket… it was so lush I spread it out over Pip and me and we all watched the first half of the Michigan-Washington game… Pip immediately fell asleep.

As the game went on I started feeling the lush fibers and suddenly a special message appeared ( sewed into my blanket ) a discovery that truly touched me!

Sadly… in 2012 Annette lost her courageous battle against cancer…but determined to fulfill his wife’s legacy, husband Stan built Barefoot Dreams into the famous brand it is today!

The family has expanded the business in the past 25 years … opening more shops in Malibu California and around the world… Disney went in with the family now creating blankets and all kind of other comforting items …appealing to all ages…from children to adults and even pets.

Today this dream of Annette Cook to give back to her community for their strong show of support in its initial stages, can be found at 5- Star resorts, major department stores and elaborate boutiques that attract all ages and many famous celebrities. ( Kate Hudson and Jennifer Gardner)

(The story behind the year delay gift…while the blanket took a detour …is still not clear to me but I am sure it will be a good one when I see Kaitlyn next!)

As I am finishing up this post… it has turned five’o clock…. a couple of high winds and flickering but so far so good! 🤞Fingers crossed and prayers sent to all of you… I have my blanket bringing me good luck so far to date.

So until tomorrow…I pray your lives have been blessed by avoiding any serious destruction due to these storms. Stay safe and let God watch over you!