The Story of Yellow Dog
We are truly grateful for the thoughtful donation of nearly 200 stuffed animals that will be given to children impacted by the Eastern Kentucky Flooding. This gift was inspired by the personal experience of the donor, Theo, and his daughter who lost her favorite stuffed animal, “Yellow Dog.” Here is the story of Yellow Dog:
One bright and sunny day, a baby girl named Karyn was born. She was the delight of her parents, Theo and Christine. They bought her a little yellow stuffed dog which Karyn named Yellow Dog. Yellow Dog went EVERYWHERE with little Karyn – to daycare, preschool and even church. Karyn could often be found reading stories to Yellow Dog, her best friend in the whole wide world.
One day when Karyn was 10 years old, the family drove far, far away to visit Karyn’s grandparents. Suitcases were loaded, coloring books were packed, hairbows were collected – all set for the big trip.
The family stopped for the night since the journey was LONG. Pajamas were put on and books were brought out for the bedtime story. But where was Yellow Dog? Theo and Christine searched the hotel room and Yellow Dog could not be found. They called the restaurant where they stopped for lunch. No Yellow Dog. Karyn became very upset and couldn’t be comforted by her parents. Yellow Dog was her security, her best friend!
Theo believes that every child should have a “Yellow Dog” of their own to talk to and read stories. He hopes the stuffed animals he has shared will bring a smile to the faces of those kids who have lost so much, and provide some comfort and security to them, just like Yellow Dog did for his daughter.
