I was recently in a small craft shop in Washington, DC, and bought one of your wooden baby rattles.  I was so taken with its simple construction and safety features that I immediately knew of a new baby to give it to.  I have decided I want about ten more.   It is a gift I can give to the babies in the homes of the clergy families
in this state (I am the wife of an Episcopal bishop). 
Helen McAllister, San Antonio, TX

I am writing to you to inquire where to purchase My Very Own  them at a specialty shop for several
years.  The store closed and I have not been able to find the rattles anywhere. I have been giving them as gifts for over five years.  
Margaret Erickson, Mechanicsburg, PA

I chose the Elwood Turner rattle for display in the "Families At Work" exhibit at the Field Museum for a couple of reason.   Your rattle is in the the section of the exhibit called "Teaching":, the main message of which is that parents, as their children's first teachers, exert considerable influence on their children by the kinds of play they promote, and the kinds of toys they provide.  I wanted to find a modern American rattle...  I'd hoped to find a rattle that was well made from a beautiful material, not some cheap plastic one just barely glued together. When I saw your rattle, the search was over!  Susan M. Curran, Field Museum of Natural History, Chicago, IL

Recently while visiting Manhattan, I purchased one of your beautiful heirloom rattles for my 10 month old baby grandson.  I am ... delighted to find this treasure for the baby in our family.  He loves it, my son, an excellent craftsman, loves it and so do I.  Thank you for giving us joy in watching our baby grow and develop
into a toddler. He now has an heirloom to pass on to his children.
Mary Lynn Keller, Portland, WA

We got one of your lovely maple rattles for our son.   It is such an exceptional piece of woodwork, we are hoping you have other items.
Jennifer A. McCarty, Atlanta, GA

Recently, my new son was the lucky recipient of one of your MY VERY
OWN rattles.  After having watched Patrick play with it, I am very
interested in selling your products in my store.  
David J. Hidding
Corporate Ties
Atlanta, GA

My daughter received one of your rock maple rattle - which we all like so much!  A clever, practical, and attractive gift.
Congratulations  
Louise A. Stamelman.

My Very Own Baby Rattle is a super toy.  My 2 year old loves hers, and the clicking rings have a soothing effect on her. When baby finally does put it down it is a great adult toy, too.  
Angela Memmel, Patterson, NY

I finally found your one piece maple rattle for my granddaughter, but I looked for 1 1/2 years - everywhere.   
Patricia Guy, Boulder, CO

I am delighted that I will be able to offer My Very Own Rattle to my customers and their children. 
Erin Drew, Stork Nest Naturals.

After receiving a beautiful maple rattle made by your company, I would like to see other products you have.   Laura A. Randol, San Antonio, TX

The two beautiful baby rattles arrived today.  They are indeed expertly crafted.  I am very am very pleased and honored to give such wonderful gifts to my friends who have recently had a new-born baby. 
Becky Johnson

Our son just received a beautiful rattle (one of yours) from his great-grandmother.  I have never seen anything like it.  Andrew loves it. 
Janet Toy, Stamford, CT

I just received your baby rattle & I'm very impressed with your beautiful work. 
Bonne L. Knepper, Pacific Beach, CA

Dear Elwood Turner                                 3/14/94
Ever since I have discovered you every child who has come along has had one of your rattles.  A new one is due on the 26th of March.   My oldest daughter is 51 tomorrow.  Her oldest (who is a Rutgers N.J. law graduate, as is his "fiancee"), has announced his wedding date - when more grands are born I will be ordering more.  This will make my 14th grand and many more to come.  I also have three great-grands and many more to come.  So you can see your company will have many more notes from me as time goes on.  Many, many thanks,
Sincerely,
Marge E. Reilly
Mrs. Hubert E Reilly
Levittown, PA  19054

We recently received a "My Very Own" rattle as a gift for our first child.   It was the most unique gift we received.  Both my husband and I are avid lovers of natural wood products and we would like to express our delite with your rattle.   I have really enjoyed the My
Very Own Rattle I received as a present for my baby.  I would like to  have information on how I may order one for my friend's baby.  I wish to provide wooden toys for my child instead of the plastic things widely available these days.
Chris Williams, Centerbury, OH