Today I would like to take the time to introduce you to a wonderful organization that helps children whom are ill, homeless or just in need by providing them with a wonderful handmade blanket/quilt to help them feel loved. I was first introduced to this organization 9 years ago when my son Tyson was undergoing cancer treatment at Children's Hospital in Omaha Nebraska. Tyson needed to have complete cranial, spinal and testicular radiation and of course no one could be in the room with him while he went thur this procedure. In most case because of his young age of only 6 the doctors recommend having the child be put under "sleepy med" to perform the radiation. However, Tyson hated "sleepy med" and so a Project Linus blanket came to the rescue. With the aid of this blanket ( which could go in the room with him) he was able to lay perfectly still for 16 rounds of radiation-1 per day. After I lost Tyson this past year and I was cleaning out his room I came across this wonderful blanket and it reminded me that their are children nation wide whom need our help.
So this year my 4-H club has partnered with the Omaha Chapter of the Project Linus to attempt to make at least 100 blankets to help any child whom may be facing a great battle and need the comfort of a warm hug. I would like to urge you to join in our efforts and locate your own local Project Linus Chapter or you may just help our cause. Donations may be sent to: 4-H workers PO Box 101 Cambridge NE 69022. We will accept money, gift cards for supplies, or finished blankets as long as they are made from new materials. Patterns may be found at the following web address. http://www.omahaprojectlinus.org/
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