tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-73012156184179244682024-03-14T04:07:00.186-05:00I Heart American GirlGabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.comBlogger367125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-9557959268655482752012-08-01T16:45:00.001-05:002012-08-01T16:45:37.648-05:00New Blog and Some Other Thoughts...Hey! This is a quickie post and I first want to address that I'm not coming back to this blog. While I like AG, I don't love it as much as I used too and I'm afraid if I stayed on here that it would be quite uneventful.<br />
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First, I want to tell you all about my new blog, I gave a link to it on here, but I thought I would share anyways. You can visit my new blog, Rhymes with Fargo <a href="http://rhymeswithfargo.blogspot.com/">HERE</a>. I post about all sorts of things. Some posts are AG related, but the main focus of my blog is just ramblings.<br />
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Second, I've read some of your comments and would like you all to know that I'm keeping my dolls (they are currently in the doll room if anyone would like to know) and I won't be giving them away to anyone. Sorry!<br />
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Third and final thought, Caroline Abbott's photo was released today! You can visit my new blog (link above) to hear what I had to say.<br />
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Thanks for stopping by. I will never forget this amazing AG journey and I appreciate every follower and comment. Thanks guys and please visit my new blog! :-)<br />
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~Margaux (yup, that's my real name!)Gabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-9718461842279766812012-03-18T17:28:00.000-05:002012-04-19T19:23:30.430-05:00ByeHi.<br />
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I want to first start off by saying that this entire American Girl journey has been amazing- and I'll never forget the amazingness of every comment and e-mail from a reader, but y'all, I I'm moving on.<br />
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I don't really like American Girl anymore. I haven't sat down with my dolls in a while and I haven't had any interest to continue <i>Take the Stage</i> or do my dolls' hair. I don't like the American Girl company.<br />
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I will never forget any of the readers I've met online, but I honestly believe that I can't continue with this blog. I love my dolls, but not in the same way. I will treasure them forever, but not in the same way.<br />
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I'm moving on from this blog.<br />
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I'm sorry if I disappointed any of you, please don't be mad, I'm honored that I'm the one who inspired you to create blogs, but it's not like I'm stopping blogging altogether! I will be posting more often on <a href="http://rhymeswithfargo.blogspot.com/">Rhymes With Fargo</a> and I look forward to seeing you there.<br />
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Goodbye,<br />
GabbyGabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com35tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-28884855534920239762012-03-18T11:42:00.001-05:002012-03-18T11:42:08.376-05:00Why I Haven't PostedHello.<br />
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Before you ask, I visited San Antonio and Corpus Christi for Spring Break and it was a whole lot of fun! (Pictures will be up soon!) But, that's not the real reason behind this post. The real reason to talk about why I haven't posted and how a super-mega rich company has something to do with it.<br />
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Let's start with the company that I mentioned above. It was American Girl and it has a quite a lot to do with the opinions expressed in this post.<br />
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<i>American Girl has changed. </i><br />
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This is fact- not an opinion- and I'm sure American Girl would not deny it, but it's changed, and in my opinion for the worse. When I look on <a href="http://americangirl.wikia.com/wiki/American_Girl_Dolls_Wiki">American Girl Wikia</a> and read about older AG products, I realize how much more effort was put into making the products real- and making them out of the highest quality materials possible. Dolls used to be made in Germany instead of a huge plant in China and a <a href="http://store.americangirl.com/agshop/html/item/id/167899/uid/878">doll skirt and shirt</a> didn't used to cost $28. A <a href="http://store.americangirl.com/agshop/html/item/id/194771/uid/538">set</a> filled with paper and small plastic products is marketed off at $26, even though it probably costs around $3 to make. It just makes me mad that products <i>made in China</i> (not even AMERICAN!) are sold at such a high- even though their quality just seems to go down. Now, I'm not saying every AG piece isn't worth the splurge, I'm just saying the majority is. Do you really want to spend $58 on a <i>doll dining set</i>? Which doesn't include a table?<br />
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But, honestly the thing I'm really upset about is definitely the Historical line. This line is by far my favorite, but it also is the thing that is really buggin' me.<br />
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Historicals used to be- in my opinion- about showing girls what history was really like, even if it wasn't all fancy frills and glassware, but instead the hand me down dress and tin. It taught girls what history really was (hardwork and determination).<br />
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Now, just look. Look at American Girl Historical's line and tell me that it not only accurately represents history, but also represents the doll. Just take Kit for example. Kit is described as a hardworking girl who hates pink and frills, but instead likes reporting- and reporting the truth. And look what AG comes out with to represent and a girl who's family didn't have a load of money and a girl who really didn't like pink? A frilly summer dress and a pink nightie. Why? TO SELL!!! Not to represent and era when most Americans lived in poverty, but to <i>sell</i>. To sell to girls who like pink and frills. TO SELL!!! It's all marketing, while her books portray Kit as a hard-working girl who's family doesn't have a lot of money (or a lot of pink and frilly clothes), the product, unfortunately don't portray Kit this way, they show her as a pink-and-frills loving girl whose family has plenty of money.<br />
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But why? For money. It's all about the money. And, that makes me upset. And, that makes me not want to post. Because, how can I post about dolls and products that I love, when I strongly dislike the company that makes them?<br />
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~GabbyGabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-80345358194546201792012-03-11T11:50:00.000-05:002012-03-11T11:50:11.844-05:00Guess Where I'm Going?Hey girls! For spring break I'm visiting a fun destination- and I'd like you all to guess!<br />
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Okay, so I'm visiting one state and two cities. I've posted some hints below to help you guess the cities. Have fun!</div>
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<b>City #1</b></div>
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-you can "sea the world" here</div>
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-enjoy a trip down a river</div>
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-"REMEMBER THE _ _ _ _ _!"</div>
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-on an island</div>
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-means "Body of Christ"</div>
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-USS Lexington</div>
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Enjoy and happy guessing!</div>
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~Gabby</div>
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These are some of my better photos from a recent, quick photoshoot that I did with Felicity and Kaya. I chose these to dolls because a) they were American Girl (I love Kaylen, but for the purpose of my headers, I need AG dolls) and b) their hair wasn't done Kirsten's hair is still is loops from the AGP).</div>
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And yes, those are <i>ribbons</i> woven through my dolls' hair.</div>
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Anyways, I feel so happy. I think it's warm weather- people are generally more positive in warm weather. It's a fact of life, just like Giada de Laurentis pasta sauce is the best ever and potato soup is the best kind of soup there is. For example, I voluntarily played outside, practiced my piano, and worked on my project without being told to. </div>
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<br />Gabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-84236230623651639152012-02-22T20:55:00.002-06:002012-02-23T18:56:18.308-06:00Doll Geography Quizzes (More This Time!) editedHey girlies! Last time I posted printable quizzes for your dolls, I asked <i>you</i> what kind of quizzes you wanted to see. Many of you all asked for Canada quizzes! So I made a Canada test as well as one about South America.<br />
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For those of you who don't know about these quizzes, they are very easy to use! Just click on the image and print- no scale adjusting or fancy printer stuff needed. (There are also pre-filled with answers- right or wrong- just grade with the Teacher's Key.)<br />
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EDITED: My spelling has been corrected. It's now "British"!<br />
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<br />Gabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-59339033350701681562012-02-19T18:27:00.002-06:002012-02-19T18:27:56.193-06:00Old or New: (Yes, another!) This or That?Hey girls! Today, here's a NEW This or That? about outfits. Enjoy!<br />
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Outdoor Play Outfit (left) or Hiking Outfit (right)</div>
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I love both of these! I think both of these outfits are cute and I love the colors on each, but personally (since I already own the Outdoor Play Outfit) I will have to go with the Hiking Outfit!</div>
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Coconut Play Outfit (left) or Coconut Fun Outfit (right)</div>
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Absolutely the Coconut Play Outfit! I love the bright colors, the cute casualness of it, and just the overall look of it- if it was still available, I would so buy it!</div>
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Ballet Outfit (left) or Ruby Ballet Outfit (right)</div>
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I think both of these outfits are cute, but I like the Ruby Ballet Outfit the best. I love that there's no pink and how detailed it is!</div>
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Beach Pajamas and Slippers (left) or Kit's Striped Nightie (right)</div>
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<br />Gabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-79645448807747902182012-02-16T19:32:00.002-06:002012-02-19T18:28:11.747-06:00New American Girl Items!Hey girls! I'm so sorry for the lack of posting, but I am on vacation and I don't have access to a computer on a timely basis. Anyways, AG released some new items today!<br />
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Isn't this cute and summery? I love this new <a href="http://store.americangirl.com/agshop/html/item/id/197616">tankini</a>- although I'd rather make my own!</div>
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If your doll doesn't like to lounge by the pool, maybe this new <a href="http://store.americangirl.com/agshop/html/set/id/1667/uid/205">camping outfit</a> is right up her alley! </div>
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But what good is a camping outfit without a tent? This new <a href="http://store.americangirl.com/agshop/html/item/id/197608/ctc/XSCOORD">one</a> is bright red and super cute- it looks like the mini ones on display at REI!</div>
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If you're a Cecile and Marie-Grace fan, you're in luck! AG has released limited edition outfits for both Cecile and <a href="http://store.americangirl.com/agshop/html/item/id/199534/uid/205">Marie-Grace</a>.</div>
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But, if traveling to the pool, state park, or 1854 New Orleans isn't your thing, what about traveling around the world? This new <a href="http://store.americangirl.com/agshop/html/item/id/210809/uid/426">kit</a> comes with maps, stickers- even a doll-sized duffel bag!</div>
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So, what are some of your new things? I love the new books and kits!</div>
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Hey girls! It's Kaylen here and I just want to wish you a very happy Valentine's Day! Today, I got lots of fun cards and my sisters and I even did a mini-gift exchange! I received the Rebecca mystery- a <i>Bundle of Trouble</i>. It's really good!<br />
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~Kaylen (and Gabby!)</div>Gabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-71703829799912112152012-02-12T13:12:00.000-06:002012-02-14T21:30:04.923-06:00Take the Stage ~ Episode 3: AuditionsHey girlies! I finally edited my third episode of Take the Stage. It's longer than the others because of, um, so interesting new characters.... Enjoy!<br />
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What do you think? Also, I'm kind of brain dead for ideas for episode 4. Do you have any ideas- I'd love to hear them!<br />
~GabbyGabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-57623241274425288812012-02-11T21:09:00.000-06:002012-02-14T21:29:52.570-06:00Move Quote Quiz Winners!Hey! Without further ado, let's get started!<br />
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In 3rd place, we have CLAIRE! (from Claire's Curiosity)</div>
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With 20 points, Claire is our 3rd Place winner! Enjoy your blog award!</div>
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In 2nd Place, we have SPICEMUFFIN!</div>
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With 25 points, Spicemuffin is our 2nd Place winner! Enjoy your blog award!</div>
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In 1st Place, we have KIT SNICKET!</div>
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With 26 points, Kit Snicket is our 1st Place winner! Enjoy your blog award!</div>
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For all who participated, here's a special blog award for you! :-)</div>
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RON: HARRY'S got a sort of wonky cross and that’s trials and suffering and… uh… that there could be the sun and that’s happiness. So, um, you’re gonna suffer… but you’re going to be… happy about it.</div>
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Crazy Doll Lady, Katelyn, Sammie, Spicemuffin, Kit Snicket, and Claire.</div>
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BEN: I’m gonna steal the Declaration of Independence.</div>
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Crazy Doll Lady, Claire, Anne, Katelyn, Spicemuffin, Kit Snicket, and Claire. </div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">CRUSH: You so totally rocked, Character 1! So my give some fin (slap), noggin (clunck).</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Crazy Doll Lady, Lexie, Claire, Anne, Fiona, Katelyn, Spicemuffin, Kit Snicket, Quinlyn, and Claire.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">CLAIRE: Dear friends, fifty years ago I went to Juliet’s house in Verona. I wrote her a letter and I asked her a question. And two months ago, I received a reply.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Lexie, Anne, Katelyn, Kit Snicket, Katrina, and Claire. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Lexie, Claire, Anne, Fiona, Katelyn, Spicemuffin, Kit Snicket, Quinlyn, and Claire</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">BRANDON: I will literally rent a camper and we will drive across America with my flashlight on your chest.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">RILEY: Well, I’m no expert, but it could be that the hydrothermic properties of this region produce hurricane force ice storms that cause the ocean to freeze and then melt and then refreeze resulting in a semi-solid migrating land mass that would land a ship right around here. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Crazy Doll Lady, Katelyn, Spicemuffin, Kit Snicket, and Claire</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">from <i>Felicity: An American Girl Adventure</i></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">COP: You all seem to be very anxious about something.</span><br />
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</b></div>Gabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-6818889983677917282012-02-07T20:15:00.000-06:002012-02-14T21:29:37.820-06:00Favorite Handmade Items!Hey girls! I love going onto to handmade sellers' websites and looking at all of the creative, fun clothing, accessories, and jewelry that will compliment any style- whether you're a doll or a 13-year-old girl. So, here are some of my favorite handmade items!<br />
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You all know my obsession with <i>The Hunger Games</i> trilogy, right? With the premiere of the first movie less than 50 days away, I have to have a Hunger Games shirt! This <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/92068937/the-original-love-hunger-games-fitted?ref=sr_gallery_40&sref=&ga_search_query=hunger+games+shirt&ga_order=undefined&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_page=2&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_facet=handmade">LOVE tee</a> is right up my alley- and while I may not purchase it, my mom and I may try to re-create it. </div>
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I absolutely love <a href="http://iheartamericangirl.blogspot.com/2011/05/create-your-own-doll-school.html">my school desk</a>, and the seller now is selling <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/91892861/one-pink-school-desk-for-american-girl?ref=sr_gallery_1&sref=&ga_search_query=18%22+doll+desk&ga_order=undefined&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_facet=handmade">more</a>! These are amazing doll desks and are a perfect fit for any 18" doll. A bonus? You can buy two of these handmade desks for less than the price of the <a href="http://store.americangirl.com/agshop/html/item/id/142090/uid/235">American Girl desk</a>.</div>
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For some odd, unexplainable reason, I really love baseball tees (although I have never owned one myself. But, Liberty Jane is now selling miniature, logo, baseball <a href="http://www.libertyjaneclothing.com/2012/01/lj-logo-baseball-tee-for-ag-dolls/">tees</a> for dolls! If your doll is a fan of baseball (or just loves Liberty Jane) this tee is for you! (They also have the <a href="http://www.libertyjanepatterns.com/2010/03/american-girl-doll-clothes-baseball-tee-pattern.html">pattern</a> available if you'd rather make your own.)</div>
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I love Harry Potter and this <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/75673684/harry-potter-patronus-charm-necklace?ref=sr_gallery_29&sref=&ga_search_query=harry+potter+jewelry&ga_order=undefined&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_page=4&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_facet=handmade">Patronus necklace</a> is way to awesome for words! I love the stag and sweet little words bubble necklace. </div>
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So, what are some of you favorite handmade items? Have you purchased any that you really love? Tell me in the comments section!</div>
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ps. also, the Movie Quote Quiz answers and blog awards will be up later this week!</div>
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<br />Gabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-33339626387279067912012-01-31T20:55:00.003-06:002012-02-14T21:29:21.757-06:00Movie Quote Quiz!Hey girls! I recently saw this quiz on Claire's blog and I HAD to put it on here! Here's how it works: Simply choose which movie you think the quote is from and if you can, guess the characters who said it! Then, I will give one point to each correct answer and one bonus point to each correct character guess. Comment with your guesses! I won't publish your comment, but I will comment with your score. Enjoy! (Hint: some quotes may be from the same movie or movie series!)<br />
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Character 1: Character 2’s got a sort of wonky cross and
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Character 1: WHOA! That was so cool! Hey dad, did you see that, did you see that, did you see that? Did you see what I did?! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Character 2: You so totally rocked, Character 1! So my give some fin (slap), noggin (clunck).</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Character 1: Dear friends, fifty years ago I went to Juliet’s
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Character 1: This is bad, this very, very bad, really bad! They just can’t get my nose right! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Character 1: I will literally rent a camper and we will
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Character 1: This is a waste of time! How could a ship land
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Character 2: Well, I’m no expert, but it could be that the
hydrothermic properties of this region produce hurricane force ice storms that
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Character 1: There are so many things you mustn’t do. You mustn’t walk to quickly, you mustn’t talk too loudly, you mustn’t be impatient… you’re so lucky to be a boy! You can do what ever you like!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Character 2: I can’t do whatever I want, I’m an apprentice- I have no freedom!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Character 1: Hey, let’s play a game. It’s called “see who
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">(they disable it)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Character 1: That’s why I tell people to get a dog.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Character 1: How did you know I would find you?</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Character 1: (serious) Excuse me, I have to defuse this
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;">Character 2: (thinks she’s kidding) Oh, totally. Love is a battlefield!</span></div>
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<b><br /></b></div>Gabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com23tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-88404568151140529222012-01-29T09:53:00.002-06:002012-01-29T09:53:19.613-06:00Official: New AG Historical Character! (I Think I Have the Name and Time Period!))Hello girls! I was on the web today when I looked and <a href="http://dolldiaries.com/">Doll Diaries</a> and found that <a href="http://www.tla1.com/adult_author2.php?id=115#13">Kathleen Ernst</a> (author of many AG mysteries like <i><a href="http://store.americangirl.com/agshop/html/set/id/724/uid/715">A Runaway Friend</a></i>) was credited with writing 6 American Girl books that are going to be released this year.<br />
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So, I looked at American Girl's <a href="http://www.trademarkia.com/company-american-girl-llc-64466-page-1-2">trademark site</a> and found there were 3 names copyrighted anywhere from 2009-10 that would make the most sense for a Historical Character name.<br />
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<b><a href="http://www.trademarkia.com/saba-85202804.html">Saba</a> <a href="http://www.trademarkia.com/caroline-85189989.html">Caroline</a> <a href="http://www.trademarkia.com/isabel-77808032.html">Isabel</a></b></div>
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Now, I looked on <a href="http://www.babynamewizard.com/">Baby Name Wizard</a>- a very cool website where you can track a name's popularity- which works really well if you want to try and find the time period. First, I looked up Caroline.</div>
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As you can see, Caroline has been very popular- especially in the late 1800s. However, Caroline is a classic name that has been around forever- it's lowest rank was only #295- so it's hard to judge which time period just this one name. </div>
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So, I looked up Isabel. There are so similarities in both of the names. They both were in the top 300 in the late 1800s and were mildly popular in the 50s. However, I can't fully guess the time period unless I look up the last name- Saba. But I couldn't anything. :-( </div>
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Saba is a very unpopular name and is also unisex- so it's really hard to track it's popularity. </div>
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As for the time period, what could that be? While Caroline and Isabel have been popular in all of the decades, the both experienced rises of popularity in the late 1800s and drop offs in the 50s (although still remained in the top 300). My first guess would be a late 1800s doll, but when a <a href="http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/ct-ent-1222-american-girl-20111221,0,5874050.story">reporter went inside AG headquarters</a> in Middleton, WI, he noticed plenty of 1950s gear.</div>
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It makes sense, both names were popular in the fifties, a reporter saw fifties gear, and Molly will most likely be retired this year.</div>
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<br /></div>Gabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-52337240771915963162012-01-27T16:56:00.000-06:002012-01-27T21:24:39.641-06:00WINNERS- Design the GOTY Contest 2013!Edit: Blog awards have been edited and fixed! :-)<br />
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Hello! Now it's time for the winners! Please be respectful to all of the winners and don't post any nasty comments- it was so hard to choose!<br />
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Best Edited- <a href="http://caelen12.blogspot.com/2012/01/my-entry-for-i-heart-american-girls.html#comment-form">Caelen</a><br />
Sweetest Story- <a href="http://lovethatdoll.blogspot.com/2012/01/my-entry-for-gabbys-goty-2013-contest.html#comment-form">Phoebe</a><br />
Best Soccer Player- <a href="http://agddiaries.blogspot.com/2012/01/my-entry-for-gabbys-goty-2013-contest.html?showComment=1325552296243#c5096427243067066880">Gracie</a><br />
Cutest Cheerleader- <a href="http://agfun.thewrightfamily.name/2012/01/my-entry-for-gabbys-giveaway.html">Emma W.</a><br />
Best Friend- <a href="http://megsblog-brimccabe.blogspot.com/2012/01/contest-girl-of-year-2013-entry.html">Bri</a><br />
Sweetest Ballerina- <a href="http://americangirl1fans.blogspot.com/2012/01/my-entry-for-gabbys-contest.html">Danielle</a><br />
Most Inspiring- <a href="http://rose-lovingyouramericangirldoll.blogspot.com/2012/01/my-entry-for-gabbys-contest.html">Rose</a><br />
Most Determined- <a href="http://s1128.photobucket.com/albums/m493/lizzitonismyhome/GOTY%202013-%20Viola%20Harrison/?action=view&current=viola1.png">Nina</a><br />
Most Musical- <a href="http://lovealldoll.blogspot.com/2012/01/goty-2013-contest.html">Alyssa</a><br />
Best Helper- <a href="http://born-american-girl.blogspot.com/2012/01/12-3-things-for-today.html">Georgia</a><br />
Best Basketball Player- <a href="http://caelen12.blogspot.com/2012/01/i-heart-american-girls-goty-2013.html">Geridil</a><br />
Sweetest Skier- <a href="http://shiningstarag.blogspot.com/2012/01/gabbys-american-girl-2013-contest.html">Samantha</a><br />
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First place is <a href="http://www.americangirlplayground.com/2012/01/03/my-entry-for-i-heart-american-girls-goty-2013-contest/">Priya</a> with Meera. I loved her inspiring and unique story! Great job!</div>
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Our first grand prize winner is <a href="http://myamericangirl.blogspot.com/2012/01/gabbys-dream-girl-of-year-2013-contest.html">Emma</a> with Georgiana! I loved her creative story and the fact that she comes with a best friend! Contact me to claim your prize of the <b>Minneapolis AG Place T-Shirt</b>!</div>
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Our second grand prize winner is Katelyn with Jade! I loved her determination and funky sense of style! Contact me to claim your prize of the <b>Snowmen Crafts</b>!</div>
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<br />Gabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-81338151338829441892012-01-22T21:19:00.001-06:002012-01-24T19:33:50.887-06:00Doll School Quizzes! (UPDATED!!!)EDIT: I recently looked at my Europe Geography test and realized there was a mistake with the Teacher's Key. Sweden IS NOT part of the Baltic Republic. Therefore, the answer to questions number 4 on the the Europe Geography test is FALSE. Thank you! (I will try to get this fixed as soon as possible!)<br />
EDITED AGAIN: Mission complete! The test is edited so it shows the correct answer. :-)<br />
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Hey girls! One of my favorite things about the <a href="http://store.americangirl.com/agshop/html/item/id/165112/uid/840">Doll School</a> kit is the fact that it comes with little quizzes that are already filled in- and can be easily passed out and "graded." However, the kit only comes with math and spelling quizzes. What about geography? Having recently participated in the <a href="http://www.nationalgeographic.com/geobee/">National Geographic Geography Bee</a> at my school (I came in 3rd!), I became very interested in geography. So, I thought, why not create free, printable geography quizzes for dolls?<br />
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These quizzes are easy to use. For those of you who don't own the Doll School kit, here's how they work: you give each "student" a test. The test is already filled in, so you can be the teacher! Next, you grade them using the Teacher's Guide or Teacher's Key.<br />
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To print out my two doll quizzes, simply click the image, save it to your computer, and print!<br />
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Do you like these quizzes? If so, I can always make more (however it takes about a half an hour to make one full sheet of quizzes). Please, place your quiz requests in the comment section below as well as feedback!</div>
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<br />Gabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-52762357435245089182012-01-21T18:44:00.001-06:002012-01-21T18:44:33.430-06:00CONTEST CLOSED!Hi! I just wanted to ket you all know that my Design the GOTY 2013 contest is now closed. Winners will be announced sometime next week.<br />
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Thanks,<br />
GabbyGabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-30506171292670442922012-01-19T19:08:00.000-06:002012-01-19T19:13:49.271-06:00Week #3: Kaya {AGBC}<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hey girls! We only have one week left for Kaya, and instead of doing trivia this week, I'm going to focus on a fun Kaya online game that you can play- and learn more about Kaya's world. But before, this week we are reading <i>Kaya Shows the Way </i>and <i>Changes for Kaya</i>.<br />
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Which is your favorite picture/illustration in the two Kaya books we'll be reading?<br />
Do you like the Looking Back section in each book?<br />
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Have you ever played Kaya's <a href="http://www.americangirl.com/play/historical-character/kaya/#page=games">Catch of the Day</a>? If you haven't (and even if you have!) you should play it right now! It's a really fun-and challenging!- game that teaches you about Kaya's natural world. So, my challenge for you is to play this game, then comment with your high score and your answers to the book questions.<br />
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Enjoy and have fun!<br />
~GabbyGabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-65240294242622040222012-01-15T18:09:00.000-06:002012-01-15T18:09:23.197-06:00Take the Stage ~ Episode 2: Pals and Posters! (350 Posts!)Hey girls! To celebrate 350 posts, I am giving you the second episode of my <i>Take the Stage</i> series!<br />
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Enjoy! You can view Episode 1 <a href="http://www.iheartamericangirl.blogspot.com/2012/01/new-series.html">here</a>. What do you think?<br />
~Gabby<br />
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ps. Also, I have a <a href="http://www.iheartamericangirl.blogspot.com/2012/01/contest-girl-of-year-2013.html">contest</a> and the next week of <a href="http://www.iheartamericangirl.blogspot.com/2012/01/week-2-kaya-agbc.html">AGBC</a> is posted! Check 'em out!Gabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-18733426099133832782012-01-12T07:20:00.000-06:002012-01-12T07:20:00.887-06:00Week #2: Kaya {AGBC}<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hey girls! Have you finished reading the first two Kaya books yet? It's okay if you haven't but, if you have, be sure to start reading <i>Kaya's Hero</i> and <i>Kaya and the Lone Dog</i>. Once you've finished reading, come back and answer these questions!<br />
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What does Swan Circling leave to Kaya? (Hint: there are two answers!)<br />
Who does the Lone Dog save from a bear?<br />
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Out of these two books, which is your favorite and why?<br />
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Enjoy and be sure to look for updates!<br />
~Gabby<br />
<br />Gabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-59816394375755133482012-01-08T18:08:00.000-06:002012-01-08T18:32:55.833-06:00New American Girl Books- Not Sold Yet! (CONTEST 6 POSTS BELOW!)Hey girls! I was on Amazon.com today when I spotted an American Girl book that caught my eye- because it wasn't on the American Girl site yet! I then raced to the <a href="http://www.americangirlpublishing.com/">AG Bookseller</a> site and was sweetly surprised to find a whole slew of new titles waiting to be released! Here are some of my favorites:<br />
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A kit filled with accessories from all over the world? Their new <i><a href="http://www.americangirlpublishing.com/advice/doityourself/F2811.aspx">Doll Travel</a></i> book comes with a doll-sized duffel bag, a mini National Geographic map of Paris, and tons of stickers and accessories to create spots from cruises to theme parks! <i>By Trula Magruder, available in March.</i></div>
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Making math fun? Perfect for a girl struggling in school! While <i><a href="http://www.americangirlpublishing.com/authors/F2847.aspx">Math + Fashion = Fun</a></i> may be geared towards girls younger than me, I really think a lot of people will like it-my sister included-and I can't wait to see what kind of fashion-themed math puzzles AG comes up with! It's also part of a brand new InnerstarU series to help girls in school. <i>By Aubre Andrus, available in June.</i></div>
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A new Vaudeville-themed AG mystery? Yes, please! In <i><a href="http://www.americangirlpublishing.com/characters/rebecca/F2821.aspx">A Rebecca Mystery: The Crystal Ball</a></i>, Rebecca finds a chilling note attached to one of Mr. Rossi's carrier pigeons and believes him and herself could be in danger. But only a trip to a fortune teller could solve the case! <i>By Jacqueline Dembar Greene, available in March.</i></div>
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An InnerstarU book about a girl who makes videos? In <i><a href="http://www.americangirlpublishing.com/authors/F2841.aspx">Behind the Scene</a></i>, readers can imagine themselves a girl who loves making videos and has created her best one for InnerstarU's video contest, but when she realizes something in her video might offend her friend, she second-guesses herself in entering. <i>By Erin Falligant, available in March.</i></div>
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A self-esteem how-to book? Interesting, but I think this is very needed! <i><a href="http://www.americangirlpublishing.com/advice/beyourbest/F2809.aspx">A Smart Girl's Guide to Liking Herself—Even on the Bad Days</a></i> includes tips on how to keep your self-esteem up and learning to be your best in any situation. I especially like the cover art- sometimes you need an umbrella on rainy days! <i>By Laurie Zellinger, available in March</i>.</div>
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I really am excited for all of the new titles- especially Doll Travel and the new InnerstarU series with helpful puzzles for school. Yay! You can see all of the new books <a href="http://www.americangirlpublishing.com/newtitles/newtitles.aspx">here</a>. What are some of your favorites?</div>
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~Gabby</div>Gabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-74699724933449860772012-01-07T18:08:00.002-06:002012-01-08T15:02:04.849-06:00New Series! (CONTEST 5 POSTS BELOW!)Hey girls! Please watch the video- the pilot of a possible new series- and tell me what you think.<br />
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Here's the description:<br />
Set in an all-girls boarding school in the mountains in Colorado, Aspenwood Prep only accepts the finest. But when the school is short on funding, the principal Ms. Hopkins, enlists the help of the student council, consisting of chemistry geek Natalie Wright and her arch-enemy Lana Madison.<br />
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Please tell me what you think!<br />
~GabbyGabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-33309029895176886952012-01-06T17:12:00.002-06:002012-01-06T17:12:26.181-06:00Happy Birthday!Hey girls! I just wanted to write this post before we eat at Maggiano's (it's for my sister's birthday- yum). I want to say:<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: cyan;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Happy Birthday to Katrina!</b></span></span></div>
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I hope both of you girls have a super special day!<br />
~Gabby</div>Gabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-90199418082670538892012-01-05T07:30:00.000-06:002012-01-05T07:30:00.538-06:00Week #1: Kaya {AGBC}<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hey girls! Are you ready to start the AGBC? Well, I am and we are starting January with one of my favorite American Girl characters- Kaya.<br />
Here are some fun facts about Kaya:<br />
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<li>Kaya's books' titles are the first to differ from the traditional format, for ex. <i>Kaya's Hero</i> and <i>Kaya Shows the Way</i>.</li>
<li>While Kaya's tribe is known as the Nez Perce, though the Nez Perce people refer to themselves as the Nimiipu.</li>
<li>Kaya has one sister, Speaking Rain, who is blind, and twin brothers. </li>
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So for this week, we will be reading <i><b>Meet Kaya: An American Girl</b></i><b> </b>and <i><b>Kaya's Escape: A Survival Story</b></i>. Come back regularly for updates on my sidebar- I will be posting where I am in the books and what I like so far! Then once you've finished the two books, come back and answer these questions. I look forward to seeing your answers and replying to any of your questions. Remember, this is a book club so questions are encouraged- ask anybody about the books in the comments section!</div>
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Kaya is given the nickname Magpie for competing in what event?</div>
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Kaya and Speaking Rain are kidnapped by which Native American tribe?</div>
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What is your favorite part about of both of the books?</div>
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What do you think of Kaya's character so far? Do you think she's brave and daring, or just a fool?</div>
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I look forward to reading your comments and replying to them as well!</div>
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ps. Every Thursday is an AGBC Day!</div>Gabbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00286478860028194291noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7301215618417924468.post-61202858885097015242012-01-04T20:15:00.001-06:002012-01-04T20:15:22.989-06:00My Opinions on New American Girl Products!Hi! I was originally planning to post this post later, but I have a week of brand new posts coming up, so I decided why not now? Enjoy and feel free to post your own opinions in the comments sections!<br />
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<a href="http://store.americangirl.com/agshop/html/item/id/194768/ctc/XSCOORD">McKenna- $105</a></div>
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Personally, I love McKenna! I really think she's like a <i>real</i> girl of the year- she doesn't get the best grades in school, she has little-white-lies, and she works hard to pursue her dreams. I really think she's one of the most realistic GOTYs. I also love her starter collection- it comes with so many pieces that really complete her world. I also really like her outfits, especially her meet outfit- it looks so cute. I've also heard a lot of complaints about McKenna's looks. She does look a lot like Chrissa, and I think she would've been cuter if she had hazel of green eyes, but nonetheless, I really think she's cute!</div>
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<a href="http://store.americangirl.com/agshop/html/item/id/194771/ctc/XSCOORD">McKenna's Accessories- $26</a></div>
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$26 for a bunch of paper junk? I'm sorry, but it's a doll sized back with a bunch of paper products and a plastic water bottle. I can make half of this stuff and purchase the rest for probably less than $2.</div>
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<a href="http://store.americangirl.com/agshop/html/item/id/194787/ctc/XSCOORD">McKenna's Loft Bed Set- $225</a></div>
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I heard many people rave about this bed, and I think it's cool, but not one of my favorite sets. I really like the idea of a loft bed- it's something no other doll has ever had. I personally don't like the color, I think it pops in your face waaaay to much, but I do like that it comes with mini books- not an electronic in sight, but three little books!</div>
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<a href="http://store.americangirl.com/agshop/html/item/id/202590/ctc/XSYMAL">McKenna's Rain Gear- $34</a></div>
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Excuse me? $34 for this? Doll rain boots and a doll umbrella? I mean $34? THIRTY-FOUR DOLLARS? EEEEEP- it's so expensive! I'm am SO not buying this. Again, THIRTY-FOUR DOLLARS?</div>
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<a href="http://store.americangirl.com/agshop/html/item/id/197568/uid/276">Sports Top & Brief Set- $10</a></div>
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I know I've said this before, but it's a sports bra. And it's weird. Just plain wrong too.</div>
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<a href="http://store.americangirl.com/agshop/html/item/id/197578/ctc/XSCOORD">Sporty Wristlet for Dolls- $8</a></div>
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Eight dollars for this? I can make that- for half the price.</div>
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I hope you enjoyed by rants and feel free to post your own opinions too!</div>
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~Gabby</div>
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ps. AGBC starts tomorrow!</div>
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