OMG! My aunt made one for me growing up and I absolutely "loved" the thing to death, literally. She made me a second one that my mom had tucked away for safekeeping. I only found out about a few years ago. I can't wait until I have a little girl to pass it on to. Unfortuantly, my aunt is no longer with us so it truly is a special treasure of mine.
I guess I can say, thanks for passing on the love ;)