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by dragonflyer 11 Dec 2013 ( edited Dec 12'13 18:16 )
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My MIL is in an assisted living home and they have a Chris Kringle gift exchange...she drew the name of a retired police officer...since she is not able to get out much, I made this black plush fleece throw with a law enforcement badge and his name on it for her gift to him. Both he and his wife live in the residence with my MIL...he and his wife are in their 80's...and he is in a wheelchair..Thought this would be good for him to cover up while in his wheelchair...I thought the badge turned out really well....

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by pldc 11 Dec 2013
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This is just terrific & a great idea to, hugs Loralye
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by rescuer 12 Dec 2013
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Excellent work!
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by marjialexa 12 Dec 2013
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Great idea, and great work! I'm sure he'll love the reminder of the great work he did all his life, and it will make him proud. Thanks for your kindness to one who has served. Hugs, Marji
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by cj2sew 12 Dec 2013
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What a thoughtful gift. It is always nice to be appreciated. Your MIL will be asked to make many more of these as the residents share their former occupations. The shield really turned out beautiful.
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by bethelb 12 Dec 2013
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As the wife of a retired police officer after 20 years of service , I can tell you that there is very little appreciation shown for these guys and I think this is a wonderful gift ! Thank you !
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by draco 12 Dec 2013
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This is so awesome. Great work. !!!
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by jrob 12 Dec 2013
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That is just perfect!
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by babash 12 Dec 2013
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Wow bet he won't go anywhere without it. Excellent job.
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by noah 12 Dec 2013
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he will be very pleased i am sure hugs
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by toogie 12 Dec 2013
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I think it turned out really well too!
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by highlandermom 12 Dec 2013
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Perfect gift idea it looks great
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by oaro 12 Dec 2013
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very nice gift
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by gandalf 12 Dec 2013
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This is great, and I bet he will love it!
May I ask were the design came from, I need a star badge for my husband.
gandalf;-)
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by joyce05 12 Dec 2013
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What a wonderful personalized gift. I am sure he will treasure it. Being a senior myself, I appreciate the thoughtfulness of your gift for him.
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by joyce05 12 Dec 2013
I should have added, your thoughtfulness of your MIL is wonderful. I am sure there is a special place reserved for you in heaven.
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by arwens 12 Dec 2013
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Very nice!! Like our troops Law Enforcement, Fire Departments, Nurses,& doctors this is the BUSIEST time of the year for them! Before my husband past I hated he had to always be working, but now that I am one of those people that now this time of the year is the hardest since he won't eventually walk through the door. Just always give these workers & similar fields give them a little extra cheer at this time of year to say "Thank You" for having our safety & well being at the top of their list. They TRUELY are our Santa Clauses!!!!
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by muflotex 12 Dec 2013
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job well done, he will love it and your MIL will have a smile on her face
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by pennyhal 12 Dec 2013
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Fabulous! You certainly have the true Christmas spirit! Thanks for sharing. This brightened my morning!
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by lenamae 12 Dec 2013
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very nice .
thanks for sharing.
Lenamae
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by capoodle 12 Dec 2013
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Extra special. Hard to make for the elderly and a man so can see a big smile on his face.
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by gerryvb 12 Dec 2013
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he will love it, it's great :)