Merry Christmas to All

Wishing you all, peace and love for Christmas.  I hope you all stay safe and warm, as you travel about to be with loved ones during this very special time of the year.

As we gather with loved ones, let us remember those less fortunate and keep the reason for the season in our hearts.

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.

Baby It's Cold Outside

Thank you Janis F from Louisiana for this wonderful donation.  Janis is our newest pair of helping hands.  Welcome to the group Janis, thrilled to have you join us.  Janis enjoys crocheting and since it's warm in Louisiana, these hats and scarves will serve so much nicer here in Ohio then in her home state.

Keep up the good work.  We look forward to seeing you here often on Bridge and Beyond.

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2013 Donations:

Hats: 882+8=890
Scarves 491+4=495
Socks: 347+1=348
Afghans: 52
Slippers: 196
Rain Ponchos: 208
Mittens: 140
Cotton Wash Clothes: 740
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts etc. : 17
Misc. Items: include personal care, headbands, hand-warmers, cowls/gators/neckwarners and all meal prep related items, Dolls, associated items, stuffed/crocheted/knitted toys... etc aren't tabulated

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.

Bright Colored Knitted Scarves Donated

Thank you Sharon P, our newest pair of helping hands.  Sharon's a fellow Ohioan.  Sharon's knitted some bright colored scarves for the kids.  We're thrilled to have you join us Sharon and look forward to seeing you here often on Bridge and Beyond.

**Remember folks to stay current with needs, always check the tabs across the top of the blog.  Each item we donate has it's on tab with necessary information regarding size, colors, and fibers.**

2013 Donations:

Hats: 881+1=882
Scarves 483+8=491
Socks: 347
Afghans: 52
Slippers: 196
Rain Ponchos: 208
Mittens: 140
Cotton Wash Clothes: 740
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts etc. : 17
Misc. Items: include personal care, headbands, hand-warmers, cowls/gators/neckwarners and all meal prep related items, Dolls, associated items, stuffed/crocheted/knitted toys... etc aren't tabulated

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.

Warm Crocheted Belongings for the Homeless

Awesome donation from our good friend and loyal supporter, Anne Marie from New York.  I love the nice solids(and minimal stripping) and the darker colors, so purrrrrrrrrrr fect for our men and women living out in the elements.  Everything is snugly and warm.  Hats, scarves, slippers, and gloves.  Many thanks Anne Marie for your thoughtful donation, please keep up the good work.

**Reminder folks, always include a note with your donations so I know whom it came from**

2013 Donations:

Hats: 872+9=881
Scarves 475+8=483
Socks: 347
Afghans: 52
Slippers: 195+1=196
Rain Ponchos: 208
Mittens: 139+1=140
Cotton Wash Clothes: 740
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts etc. : 17

Misc. Items: include personal care, headbands, hand-warmers, cowls/gators/neckwarners and all meal prep related items, Dolls, associated items, stuffed/crocheted/knitted toys... etc aren't tabulated

**Trying hard to back pedal and believe this donation is from Phyllis G from Florida, not Anne Marie.  Sorry folks I've lost a few notes while cleaning up my desk and this has caused me to not be able to properly ID a few donations.**

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.

Ohioans in Need

Thank you Emily W from Ohio for this crocheted thoughtful donation of scarves and cotton washcloths.  Emily is our newest pair of helping hands.  We're happy to have you join us and look forward to seeing you here often on Bridge and Beyond.  As a fellow Ohioan, you know how cold it gets and how many are homeless in our area.

Thank you!

2013 Donations:

Hats: 872
Scarves: 471+4=475
Socks: 347
Afghans: 52
Slippers: 195
Rain Ponchos: 208
Mittens: 139
Cotton Wash Clothes: 726+14=740
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts etc. : 17
Misc. Items: include personal care, headbands, hand-warmers, cowls/gators/neckwarners and all meal prep related items, Dolls, associated items, stuffed/crocheted/knitted toys... etc aren't tabulated

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.

A Family Crochets Together to Donate Together

 Thank you Marjorie M, and sister Kari...AND Shelbie...Shelbie's Marjorie's granddaughter and she's learning to crochet.  How cool is that!  Always love hearing people have taught someone else how to knit or crochet...such an awesome thing to do.  Can you feel the love here folks!  Over Thanksgiving the family was together and pooled their resources, their skills, and their donations.

We have hats, scarves, personal care items, hand warmers, and cotton washcloths!  We have hats for men and women and they're all nicely tagged with size...Sweet!  Keep up the good work, Marjorie, Kari and Shelbie.  And thank you Shelbie for joining in.  Shelbie's our newest pair of helping hands.

2013 Donations:

Hats: 850+22=872
Scarves: 469+2=471
Socks: 347
Afghans: 52
Slippers: 195
Rain Ponchos: 208
Mittens: 139
Cotton Wash Clothes: 726
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts etc. : 17
Misc. Items: include personal care, headbands, hand-warmers, cowls/gators/neckwarners and all meal prep related items, Dolls, associated items, stuffed/crocheted/knitted toys... etc aren't tabulated

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.