Thank You Notes

We receive many thank you notes from recipients of Project Linus blankets so we thought it would be nice to share them with our readers.

Just a note to thank you once again for your blanket project. We receive many blankets here at Doernbechers but none as lovely as yours. We save your blankets for the children and adults who are dying - they become the families last keepsake and help the children so much because they get to pick out the blanket and place it on the bed of their loved one. The families and medical staff are touched because of your work and your blankets. Thank you so much.
Jan Crider
Child Life Specialist
Doernbecher Children's Hospital

Dear Project Linus,
When my 2 year old daughter was diagnosed with leukemia, the first thing we were given when we walked into Doernbecher was a beautiful quilt. Please thank the dear people who give of their time and kindness, and for expressing their care for sick children.
Sincerely,
Kim

Dear Gramma Doris-
I want to thank you for your blanket. My daughter Taylor will cherish it. We sure did smile and know that you put your love into making it. Having comfort and a hug sure does make tough times easier! From the bottom of my heart, I thank you again for caring for us in our time of need.
Love,
Dustin, Heather and Taylor

To all the caring people at Project Linus-
Our 14 year old daughter recently spent two days at Emanuel Hospital and while there she was given one of your adorable handmade blankets. She was feeling pretty "down" about being there, but the bright, colorful, cozy and warm blanket cheered her up so much! She just couldn't believe it was actually for her (she thought they would just wash it and use it for the next person in the room!) Deepest appreciation to all of you and the caring and wonderful work you do. It truly does make such a difference!
With warmest wishes,
The Kaynor family

The beautiful quilt made our infant daughters stay a lot more comfortable for all of us. We are grateful for your generosity. It makes all the difference in the world. She was at Legacy Emanuel for open heart surgery when she was 15 weeks old. She is thriving!
Thank you from the bottom of my new and improved heart!
Love,
Brevyn Shae, Brian and Amy

Just a thank you note! Six of us were in a car crash, one fatality, and two kids flown to OHSU. I couldn't get to my 9 year old for 1 1/2 days. She was scared to death without me. Weather prevented my arrival in the storm of 12/18/05, and when I arrived I was glad to see her being comforted by your quilt! You see, my aunt is a quilter and Tabitha has quilts on her bed at home. We lost two of the quilts the kids had taken for the trip in the wreck. She so loves her quilt. You made a BIG difference, thank you!
Mom

Dear Volunteers,
My 7 year old son recently was an inpatient at Emanuel Hospital. He received a fleece blanket donated by your organization and loves it! He now calls it his "lucky blanket." Thanks for making his time warmer!
Much aloha & mahalo,
The Kamaka'ala family

Project Linus,
We just wanted to say thank you for your generous gift of the blanket while my child spent time in the NICU. Thank you. Thank you.
April Fivecoats

Project Linus,
Thank you so much for bringing quilts to CARES Northwest yesterday. We really appreciate the help. The quilts make a big difference for the children we serve.
Sincerely,
Liz Burns

Dear Project Linus
Two weeks ago I spent the night with my 19 month old daughter at Legacy Emanuel Hospital due to a strange virus she’d contracted. As soon as we checked in, they gave her a quilt and said it was ours to take home when we left. It’s not the first visit to that hospital this year for our family. My husband was in an accident on his bicycle and spent some time there. My oldest daughter, 3, had two surgeries on her arm. Now my youngest was sick and it was the most scared I’ve been for a family member. This has been one tough year for our family, but one we came through with our healh and family in tact. I know many families aren’t so fortunate. Every time I look at that quilt it reminds me of how fragile each person really is and just how blessed I am to have my family all at home in good health. Thank you to whoever made this beautiful quilt. It means a lot to me and I’m sure my daughter will someday treasure it.
Heidi Hudnut

Thank you very much for the handmade baby blankets. Since we give a blanket to every family that checks into the house, you can see our need. Thank you for thinking of us.
The Staff and Families of Ronald McDonald House