Central Florida has just endured one of the coldest Decembers in history, with more than 5 nights of freezing temperatures and more likely to come.
Because of this bitter weather, Laurel called me with the most pitiful request. It seems she is almost overcome with 6 year old maternal love for her new doll, Molly.  So my little granddaughter began by detailing all the chores she has been doing at home in order to earn money to buy Molly a coat. Her mother has wisely seized this opportunity for Laurel to learn the value of money, hard work and goal setting.
“But  her coat costs $25! I have earned $1.25 so far but Molly is cold NOW, Nana. Can you please make her a poncho?” How could I deny this heartfelt plea?
As excited as Laurel was with their matching Christmas dresses, it seemed only right to make matching ponchos.  So I pulled out some red polar fleece from my stash and whipped these up in no time at all.
