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I would like to introduce to you “Peggy” the cheerleader doll!  For those of you who have read the book and watched the video, you have seen “Peggy”.  “Peggy” is the cute cheerleader doll that Debbie (our leading actress and cancer survivor) gives to Amber Jean (our child actress) in the video.  She is also the very first illustration that Darren Cranford did for me on our journey with this book, and I have loved her from the beginning! 

With the help of Vicki Riley from Dinky Baby.com “Peggy” was created.  She is  15″ soft sculptured doll with removal hair.  Her hair comes off so when you lose yours or someone you love loses theirs, the doll can lose hers as well.  Always good to have a partner!!  No judgement  just you and “Peggy” hanging around the house with your bald heads comparing notes!  Does my head look okay?  Hey, I have never seen the back of my head (this was one of my revelations with no hair)…so that is what it looks like!  Also, there is the conversation of “good shaped” heads and if you have a good one for the bald scene.  This can all be brought to light with laughter and love and with the help of “Peggy”.  She doesn’t say much but just know that she was designed and made with love, and if that is not enough remember she is your own personal cheerleader!!

“Peggy” was designed with my Mom in mind.  My Mom has been my biggest cheerleader, never missing a doctor’s appointment, even to this day.  Always seeing in me that which I do not see myself and inspiring me to move forward, step out there, and take the world on!!  Hopefully we all have these people in our lives, whether it be a family member, a husband, a wife, or a friend.  They kick us in the booties when need be and keep us moving!

So, buy the pattern and make “Peggy” for yourself or make her for someone you love, so when are not able to be with them they will know you are still cheering them on!  And as with the book, you will also be supporting two wonderful charities.

The pattern comes  equipped with a  step-by-step instruction CD, beautifully put together by Vicki.  Vicki Riley has been making beautiful dolls for years and her love and ability show in each pattern!  Vicki is a cancer survivor as well, and has been a huge support and inspiration.

So, now here is the really exciting news!!  “Peggy” the cheerleader doll (the actual doll from the video) will be at the book signing this weekend!! So you can swing by and meet her and try and get her to sign your pattern, she is a bit shy about her signature so don’t count on it but we might be able to encourage her.  And if not, the REAL Peggy, my mom, will be on hand as well and I am sure she would be thrilled to sign your pattern, give you a big hug and invite you over for dinner!!

So, don’t forget to swing by the booth, get a book, get a pattern, meet both Peggy’s and myself, and just have a great visit, on a beautiful, well deserved, great to be alive….day!!