On February 13th, Betty & I were invited to speak with CHECCS,  a local home schooling group about Binky Patrol.  It was a wonderful opportunity to meet these extraordinary women.  Many of them who are avid quitters or crocheters are very eager to help create blankets for children in our community. 
   We have already been contacted by a few members who were able to inform us of children in need of comfort. Welcome to these special women and thank you for joining our mission of comforting children in our community. 

   On February 18th, Betty & I made a presentation to  members of the First United Presbyterian Church in Alliance.  Not only were we invited to speak about Binky Patrol, we were given very exciting news: The members of the congregation are taking Binky Patrol on as a year long project called "Year of the Child".  We will be invited back to their church in December where we will be presented the binkies made throughout the year! 
   The Church made a donation of $25 and presented us with a very special gift - A book called The Quiltmaker's Gift by Jeff Brumbeau and Gail de Marcken.  I encourage everyone to read this delightful book. 
   "It is the story of a generous quiltmaker, with magic in her fingers, sews the most beautiful quilts in the world, then gives them away.  A greedy king, his storehouse stuffed with treasures, yearns for something that will make him happy... Can the quiltmaker teach the king to be happy?" If anyone would like to borrow our copy, please contact Brandy. 
   The entire Sunday service was based on Binky Patrol's mission.  It was a very special experience.  Thank you!

   Thank you to both the CKECCS home schooling group and the United Presbyterian Church for joining our cause and helping to comfort the children in our community!
 

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