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Research Paper On Baby Blanket

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What is a childhood memento that most people keep? Among the many toys or gifts, security blankets are one of the most common objects that are stored when people grow out of them. The one thing that was given to me when I was young still holds dear to me: my baby blanket. My blanket has been with me throughout my whole life. Although it seems like an ordinary object, it came from an important figure in my life, and having it with me constantly caused me to almost lose it, but luckily I was able to find it, and I still have it to this day.
When I was born, I received my baby blanket. My mother, now a mother of four, got it for me to put in my crib. Since I’ve gotten my blanket, I decided to call my baby blanket ‘Blankie’ when I first saw it, …show more content…

The drive there was time consuming, but we stopped at many attractions along the way. My family and I spent the night at a hotel where there was a pool and an arcade. After a night of rest, In the morning we packed up our belongings and headed back for the road. I didn’t notice I didn’t have my blanket until we were ten minutes away from the hotel. Panic arose and I was soon screaming at my father to turn around. My father caved and eventually we were able to get my blankie.
After the calamity, I always make sure I keep it safe at all times. My life wouldn’t be the same if it had gotten lost. Losing it would mean losing a good friend. It has a nice spot on the corner of my bed where it’s safely stored. From a brand new bright blue baby blanket, to a worn out rag dilapidated from memories, it’s been a wonderful companion through life. Despite all of the troubles I’ve faced, my blankie and I are still together. As a gift from my mother, it followed me through the adventures of my youth. Almost losing it created heartbreak, but eventually I was able to recover it. Our meeting almost 15 years ago has created a strong bond that nothing can surpass. Through adventures, movie nights, and being scared of the dark, my blankie will always be my

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