I think it’s safe to say that most everyone has a special memory or keepsake from his/her childhood. Mine is my Quiet Book. It’s a book that my mother made for me before I was born so it’s technically older than I am (and that’s pretty old). Considering that, it’s still in pretty good shape.
The book is made of cloth that is held together by pieces of yarn. It is soft, worn, and well-loved.
Each page offers activities that are perfect for little kids. This page reads “A Tisket A Tasket, Fill up the Basket.” Little apples are then attached to the tree by velcro or are placed into the basket.
These pages offer more opportunities for little hands to practice buttoning and unbuttoning as well as learning all about matching colors.
But it’s not just fun and games, there are things to read too, such as The Beautitudes from the Bible.
I was even able to practice tying my shoes.
The memories that are associated with this labor of love are priceless to me. That is why, during my shower a few months ago, I started crying as soon as I opened my mom’s gift for our little boy. Because inside the box of blankets, bottles, and stuffed animals, was his very own Quiet Book.
My mother had spent hours and days putting together this special book for our little guy.
One that is full of fun things to do,
and soft things to touch,
as well as bright colors to look at.
He’ll be able to count the cookies
pet the giraffe,
and learn how to tell time.
There are even puppets for him to play with – I think those are my favorite.
Well, that and the cute little lion!
The book is signed “Love Nana, 2009.”
So that he never forgets who made it for him.
It’s absolutely beautiful and something that I know he will cherish just as much as I do mine. So thank you, Mom, for not only being incredibly creative, but for taking the time to put together this unique and adorable gift for our son. I can promise you that it will be adored for years to come.
What is your favorite keepsake or memory from your childhood?
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