In June, my husband and I will be celebrating 9 years of marriage. I have never loved another as I have loved him… until recently. Admittedly, I am a junkie when it comes to my latest product obsession—the n∙a∙p^TM line of blankets, pillows and accessories at Brookstone. Truthfully, I am in love with n∙a∙p^TM.

Whether it’s been a rough day (a tough week, an awful month, or even a horrible year,) we can probably all relate to that feeling of just needing to “veg” on the couch with a good book, or some fun re-runs on TV. Yet, it’s more accurately that “cuddling up” feeling of being there on the couch that is the real medicine.Come on—you need that perfect blanket and pillow for on-the-couch vegging, and in my opinion, they’re incredibly difficult to find. I had been looking for the ideal pillow that hugs my neck in the precise spot, and a blanket that wasn’t too light or too heavy. (Isn’t it also annoying when the blanket is too short and isn’t covering your feet when you snuggle the other end of the blanket under your chin?)

It was these life-altering quandaries that led me down the path of loving n∙a∙p^TM. Now, I must admit that I have never been a huge fan of Brookstone. To me, it always seemed like one of those grown-up boy trinket stores, where men like my husband can “play” with all of the latest gadgets. Well, I apologize, Brookstone (… um, and to my husband.) You out-did yourselves with this one, and taught me new lessons about life and love with these n∙a∙p^TM products.

When I purchased the n∙a∙p^TM Comfort Set from Brookstone last November, my vegging days in front of the TV had changed forever. The n∙a∙p^TM Comfort Set includes what they refer to as a cuddle blanket, a pillow, and a pair of socks. It all comes in a lovely little plastic tote for $75. True—it’s a tad bit on the pricey side for my frugal ways, but it’s worth every cent to me.

What was a little surprising to me is that my new love obsession (the darned material) is just a polyester/nylon blend. That’s it?! Are my tastes that tacky?! It’s all relative, I suppose. But, I love n∙a∙p^TM. I can’t help it. It has a feathery soft texture, and it feels like a unique cross between silk and velvet. The pillow meets my head and neck just in the exact places I expect it to as I’m propped up on the couch. The blanket is sumptuous to the touch, and drapes over my 5 foot 4 inch frame flawlessly as I’m lounging. Then, just when I think I’m perfectly content, I am consistently pushed over the edge by the socks. Oh, the socks. The whole point of the n∙a∙p^TM is to feel the material, which I can always feel on my bare feet nestled inside of the socks. Plus, on the rare occasion I pull the blanket too high, my feet are never exposed to cold air, and are still enveloped in n∙a∙p^TM goodness.

Hey, if you suffer from insomnia, buy some n∙a∙p^TM products, and you’ll be instantly cured—I promise. Gratefully, I tend to sleep well, but without fail, when my head hits that n∙a∙p^TM pillow, and I’m wrapped like an idyllic cocoon in that blanket and those socks, I am out like a light.

OK—of course, I still love my husband far more than a synthetic polyester/nylon blend, but there is a distinct adoration I hold for these amazing n∙a∙p^TM products. Perhaps I should purchase the Cuddle Blanket for Two? I don’t know if I’m ready to share. I am an only child, after all. I did, however, recently buy myself the Women’s Spa Comfort Robe, also made of n∙a∙p^TM. It is hands-down, the best robe known to womankind.

By the way, I even bought the n∙a∙p^TM Dream/Cuddle Bear for my niece, so I could begin to teach her these important life lessons in love, too. Since it’s made with the same luxurious material, I think she’ll get the picture—even at 18 months old.

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