What is POPTAP?

The Power of Positive Thinking and Prayer

In January 2008, I was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Not great news. The next three days were scary for me and my husband. Time was spent researching my tumor and aligning myself with a top-notch medical team. Brain surgery was scheduled for a month later. Being a 'glass half full thinker', right from the start I had complete confidence that I was going to be fine. However, I did spend a great deal of time thinking about myself, mostly in the middle of the night. The support from family, friends, and even casual acquaintances impacted me in a way that cannot be measured. The acronym came to me one night; the 'Power Of Positive Thinking And Prayer'. I feel strangely tied to this silly little phrase. POPTAPĀ® so simply represents what I believe and how I live. Hats with POPTAP embroidered on the front were made for me, my husband, and two daughters to wear to the hospital the morning of my surgery.

We love sharing the story and all that it represents. My surgery was a complete success and in very short time I was back to my old self. Since then POPTAP has taken a life of its own. Many hats have been given to people who face medical or other unusual challenges. For me there are no limits to the Power of Positive Thinking and Prayer. POPTAP merchandise (such as hats, t-shirts, key chains, and magnets) communicates hope and positive energy in times of life's adversities. When worn, smiles magically appear. Everyone at some point in time faces life's misfortunes: medical, physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and more. As simplistic as it may appear, it is my hope that POPTAP will do for you what it did for me and my family. POPTAP is ageless and timeless; it has no beginning or end.

Sincerely,
Dottie Harkins
Founder/President, POPTAP LLC

The POPTAP Team

Dottie Harkins
Founder and President
Brian Harkins
Chief Operating Officer

POPTAP LLC started in January 2011 and is a woman owned business. We market and sell POPTAP merchandise only within the USA. Also, we are involved in professional sports and event sponsorships.

Brian and Dottie Harkins were both born and raised in Westchester County, NY. Due to professional opportunities, they have lived in New York, Michigan, Connecticut, and have lived in the Richmond VA area since 1977. They have two daughters and four grandsons. The other interests that they enjoy are having fun with family and friends, golf, tennis, music, boating, and travel.