Sorry to hear about your friend. My littles like blankies a lot. They also like "shinies"... we have a rather large semiprecious stone sphere collection. Mr Bubble and a warm bath is usually brings a smile. I also like to collect tidbits and pictures from people they like. They have a special place with all sorts of special little things... The reassuring note T sent before our first session, Massage Ts business card, printed out emails.