Wrapped in love

I just opened a package that came to the door, and inside were a comfort blanket for Peter and a comfort shawl for me. My dear SPICE friend Patty Reents crocheted them by hand in the colors of the Indian flag, and sent them on behalf of all of SPICE.

Peter is out with his bike for the first time this year. This is the note he'll see when he comes in:

Dear Peter,

I crocheted this prayer, or comfort, blanket just for you. I heard from your mom about what you are going through with your diabetes. I'll tell you a secret --- I hate needles, too! So I made you this blanket to comfort you when you are feeling sad or scared. I made it in the colors of the Indian flag to remind you of SPICE and of your trip to India. I prayed as I crocheted the blanket that you would not be scared and would find comfort in everyone who loves you.

I told everyone at SPICE that I was making this blanket for you and that I wanted it to be from everyone at SPICE along with … my family. Some people sent notes for you to send with the blanket. But everyone is thinking about you and sending lots and lots of good wishes in their hearts.

So when you feel scared or upset, wrap yourself up in this blanket and think of all the good times at SPICE and in India. Think of all your friends at SPICE --- kids and grown-ups. We all love you very much! Wrap this blanket around you and let it feel like a gigantic hug from all of us.

With lots of love,

Patty and Bill


Someday I plan to share my shawl with someone else from SPICE who needs comfort. Then it can be passed to the next person. I know the prayers woven into it will never run out.
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry