The Adventures of Mr. Toothbrush

We found a toothbrush in the 2nd floor hallway last week. We felt badly for the poor little guy, all alone in the world. Actually, Brenna felt badly for him. The rest of us didn't know of his existence for quite some time. It started with a simple suggestion by our neighbor, Kelsey Upward: "Brenna, why don't you knit a blanket for him?" This started a frenzy of brainstorm-induced creativity, which produced not only said blanket, but also a nightcap, bed (with sheets), pillow, nightstand, and lamp. We left it at that, hoping others would pick up the torch and run with it, so to speak. The desired result came to pass, as two windows, Mrs. Toothbrush, Baby Q-Tip, and a frowsy cotton ball cat were added to the mix by random strangers. I utilized a piece of pretty mail from the art department to make a Japanese changing screen for them as well. All this was added before the happy little scene was interrupted by...AN EARTHQUAKE!! Actually, it was multiple earthquakes and they were not really earthquakes, but purposeful destruction inflicted upon this happy family by malicious persons which have not been accused. Mrs. Toothbrush, Baby Q-Tip, and Snowball (the cat) were accosted (aka broken or mauled). Luckily the Red Cross came to the rescue, saving their lives. Because of the imminent danger of more earthquakes, the Toothbrush family decided to move to a safer local. They are now happily residing in their new home, surrounded by their true friends on First Floor East.

-Jojo