Our new house is just across the street from the downtown fire station. Tim and I took the upstairs bedroom that was the closest to the station, deciding that we’d prefer to be the ones listening to late night sirens over the girls.
On our very first night in the house, we were awakened by sirens no less than 5 times. Totally serious. It was AWFUL! I’m very pleased to report, however, that this was a freak incident, the likes of which we have not experienced again. Hopefully nights like that one will be very rare and we won’t see our proximity to the fire station as a big negative of our location.
Darah loves her room, but she does wish that she had the view of the fire station, herself. In her mind, being neighbors with fire fighters is nothing short of spectacular. We love to stroll over and visit with the fire trucks. She also loves to watch them leave the station with their sirens on. She quotes a book she loves and says, “Firefighters to the rescue!” as they leave. She also loves to see the fire trucks “getting a bath” every week. I think firefighters are one of those occupations that children admire early on, and Darah is certainly no exception.
When I learned that Cate & Levi, the makers of some of the most beautiful and well-constructed puppets and other handmade items in the world, started a new line of People Puppets, I had to check out the fireman puppet! He is a most welcome addition to Darah’s toy collection, and he is frequently used to play fire station at our house.
The fireman, just like every other Cate & Levi product, is made from reclaimed materials. It is upcycling at its most beautiful! So every handmade creation has its own unique look. Darah’s fireman is unique, and won’t look exactly the same as someone else’s fireman. I love that! I have given the fireman a very careful inspection, and he is put together SO well. He will not be falling apart any time soon! I also just love that sweaters that may have been destined for a landfill have been repurposed to make toys for children that are safe and built to last. The sweaters that the products are made from have all been sent to an eco-friendly cleaner prior to being used, as well. So there are no harsh chemicals on the Cate & Levi products!
I’m very impressed with the aesthetic of Cate & Levi toys, as well as the thoughtfulness behind each creation. If you are looking for something truly special for your little one or for a gift, please check out Cate & Levi products. They have puppets, stuffed animals, pillow pals and change purses, just to name a few of their product categories! The People Puppets retail for $30.00.
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Disclosure: I received a complimentary product for review purposes. All thoughts and opinions expressed here are strictly my own.
Lily Kwan says
I would choose the Princess puppet.
trixx says
I’d pick the pirate!
Breanne says
I’d pick the pirate
Marissa Marinucci says
I would choose the Princess!!
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Gina Ferrell says
I would choose the Pirate.
kelley c says
I like the pirate puppet.
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Sarah Z says
The pirate – he is so cute!
Kat Emerick says
My grandson would like the pirate.
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amber says
we would like the pirate
Diana Hatch says
I would choose the princess
Erin Cook says
I would chose the nurse puppet since that is what my job is
Angela Hartness says
I like the Princess.
Amber says
I’d choose the Nurse! As that’s what I’m going to school for! (:
Alycia M says
I LOVE the Pirate puppet! How cute!
Z M says
pirate
Karen says
I would choose the monkey! Who doesn’t love the monkey!
Storm, the Psychotic Housewife says
We’d love the Pirate puppet – arrrr! 🙂
Angela Winesburg says
I would pick the Pirate
Brittany Boardley Renaldi says
I like the princess and the pirate!
Kristen says
I’d choose the nurse.
Danielle says
I would pick the Pirate
Kendra W says
My son would love the pirate puppet.
C. Pay says
If I’m lucky enough to win I’d love the Pirate Puppet in Boy!
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tamar says
I like the pirate 🙂 So would my little guy.
Jennifer Winchester says
i like the fireman
Mayla Moore says
I like the Pirate!
Nancy says
I like the Pirate Puppet!
Priscilla Benavides says
I would love the Pirate for my son.
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Amber Porter says
Pirate
Joye Rast says
It would be between the pirate and fireman as my grandson loves playing pirate but talks about being a fireman…
Amy Wels says
The pirate….my daughter would love it
Erika P. says
I would get the Fireman.
christine jessamine says
i love the nurse puppet!
sindy murray says
The princess!
Ger says
The Pirate Puppet!
Kristie D. says
I would choose the fireman. My sister and brother-in-law are having a baby and he is a fireman. Too cute! kristiedonelson(at)gmail(dot)com Thank you.
david basile says
Bunny
Shelley P says
I’d pick the Pirate : )
Maria Kiguthi says
I can see my boys playing with the pirate!
Kimberley Meier says
I’d get the pirate!
Jen L. says
Pirate!
Christy Johnson says
I love the Princess puppet!
Becky Grayson says
I would chose the Princess. I can already see my little granddaughter playing with her.
Thanks so much.
Kasi says
The pirate is CUUUUTE!
Sue H. says
My neice would love the Princess. Thanks for the giveaway!
Monique Rizzo says
I like the princess!
Thanks for the chance.
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Maria P says
Princess my daughter will love it
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Amy says
Little Bit would love that fireman!
Kris says
Pirate- my son would love it!
Kimberly Schotz says
Pirate Puppet
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Lauren U says
I would choose the fireman
Kristie says
Fireman is my first choice, but they’re all cute! I like the Princess too 🙂
Sunnie says
I like the pirate puppet
renee says
Those guys are so cute! I like the pirate puppet.
Heidi Daily says
I would also choose the fireman puppet!
Larissa Brunken says
I would choose the princess!
DAMIAN JARREAU says
I like dog change purse
tricia dunkle says
My son and daughter would love the pirate
Ang Alford says
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Keara B. says
I’d choose the princess- too cute!
ColleenMarie82 says
i would choose the Fireman
Lindsey @ Wee Share says
I am sure my little one would choose the Princess! Love them all!
Wendy O. says
I’d have to choose the fireman (although it was tough choosing between the fireman and pirate!!). I’m going with the fireman because my daughter already has a Smokey the Bear puppet (“Only YOU can prevent forest fires!”), and I think the fireman would be a perfect complement to him! 🙂
Freya says
I’d choose the pirate…
charlotte says
Pirate!! But the fireman is also coll
Tamara Sz says
Oh, tough choice, either the fireman or the pirate. Ok, let’s say PIRATE!