tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38176267543612971842024-03-13T16:47:13.011-07:00DOLL in the Looking GlassReflectionsDoll in the Looking Glasshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12448052219981495821noreply@blogger.comBlogger135125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3817626754361297184.post-74691432403058625502016-02-23T08:10:00.001-08:002016-02-26T12:08:41.158-08:00Leap Day Legend<span style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; font-size: large;">St. Patrick's Day is not quite here yet but I want to share a bit of old Irish folklore. The legend involves St. Brigid, St. Patrick and Leap Day, February 29.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; font-size: large;">Traditionally it was the </span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; font-size: large;">responsibility of the man to ask his sweetheart for her hand in marriage. Women often became frustrated waiting for their suitor to propose marriage. </span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; font-size: large;">St. Brigid stepped forward and made a deal with St. Patrick that gave women the privilege of proposing marriage -- but only on February 29 -- a date that came around only every four years.</span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , serif; font-size: large;"> </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Legend states that men were subjected to a fine if they refused a February 29 marriage proposal. The fine could be money, enough fabric for a gown or twelve pair of gloves. The story states the reason for the gloves is to prevent embarrassment by hiding the lack of a ring on the woman's hand.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The postcards pictured here are from 1916 and celebrate the opportunity for women to approach their sweetheart with a marriage proposal . Were these postcards actually used to initiate a proposal of marriage? The back side of two of these cards do not contain a message. The remaining card was sent by a woman to a man in April of 1916 and contains an invitation to stop by her home to prepare for a potluck supper they both were planning to attend. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">When a heart is full of love, that special person of affection is held close to our heart throughout the day. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> While doing our exercise routine, </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> A simple act of doing laundry can be love filled </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">when viewed it as a way to show we care.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> to give them a crisp finish. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Nourish the physical body while creating an environment</span></div>
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<span style="text-align: center;">This forum reveals random thoughts and reflections on topics of interest and events impacting the life of the founder of Doll in the Looking Glass. Our boutique specializes in custom designed </span><a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/dolls_that_look_like_your_child/page_1.aspx">dolls that look like your child</a>. We also design toddler and <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/baby_dolls_that_look_real/page_1.aspx">baby dolls that look real</a> using vinyl doll components manufactured in Midland, Michigan USA by Apple Valley Doll Works. The goal of Doll in the Looking Glass is to delight our customers with our creations. We would love to create a special <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/" target="_blank">doll</a> for you!Doll in the Looking Glasshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12448052219981495821noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3817626754361297184.post-42258898274865656742015-06-10T17:44:00.001-07:002015-06-13T08:20:41.459-07:00Childhood Revisited<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">The second Saturday in June is recognized as World Doll Day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The day was established in 1986 by Mildred Seeley</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It is a celebration of caring, nurturing love.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Dolls have been a traditional tool for teaching these skills.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> to someone close to you,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">World Doll Day was also intended to be a day to exhibit dolls.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">In that spirit, I am showcasing</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Tiny Tears was one of the most popular baby dolls</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This feature allowed Tiny Tears to cry real tears.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">My doll is dressed in a silky blue coat and bonnet.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Beneath her coat, she wears a simple pink dress.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The button hints at the original brighter dress color.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">while vacationing in South Carolina </span><span style="font-size: large;">several years ago. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">embroidered entirely in a single medium shade of blue.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">along with some of the fabrics for piecing the quilt.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> This pillow features a vintage postcard</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I haven't been writing posts recently but I couldn't let Valentine's Day pass without sending a greeting to all you special people I've gotten to know through linky parties. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Searching through my box of vintage Valentine postcards, this delightful series of greetings remind me of the tokens that children would swap with their school mates.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Based on copyright marks and postmarks,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> these postcards date during the 1911-1912 time frame.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Don't you love the sailor suits that young boys wore in this era?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This shy miss is hopeful ...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">And, even at such a tender age, a heart can be broken.</span></div>
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<span style="text-align: center;">This forum reveals random thoughts and reflections on topics of interest and events impacting the life of the founder of Doll in the Looking Glass. Our boutique specializes in custom designed </span><a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/dolls_that_look_like_your_child/page_1.aspx">dolls that look like your child</a>. We also design toddler and <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/baby_dolls_that_look_real/page_1.aspx">baby dolls that look real</a> using vinyl doll components manufactured in Midland, Michigan USA by Apple Valley Doll Works. The goal of Doll in the Looking Glass is to delight our customers with our creations. We would love to create a special <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/" target="_blank">doll</a> for you!Doll in the Looking Glasshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12448052219981495821noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3817626754361297184.post-78685047706060774772014-12-24T06:39:00.000-08:002014-12-24T06:39:16.326-08:00Greetings of the Season 2014<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">I chose this vintage postcard because the greeting </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> on December 24, 1914 -- exactly 100 years ago today.</span></div>
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<span style="text-align: center;">This forum reveals random thoughts and reflections on topics of interest and events impacting the life of the founder of Doll in the Looking Glass. Our boutique specializes in custom designed </span><a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/dolls_that_look_like_your_child/page_1.aspx">dolls that look like your child</a>. We also design toddler and <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/baby_dolls_that_look_real/page_1.aspx">baby dolls that look real</a> using vinyl doll components manufactured in Midland, Michigan USA by Apple Valley Doll Works. The goal of Doll in the Looking Glass is to delight our customers with our creations. We would love to create a special <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/" target="_blank">doll</a> for you!Doll in the Looking Glasshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12448052219981495821noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3817626754361297184.post-43093061071669462062014-09-18T07:25:00.000-07:002014-09-19T12:18:48.415-07:00Slow Dance<br />
This week I received an e-mail that included a poem written by a teenager with cancer in a hospital in New York. This young girl has less than 6 months to live and wanted to spread the message telling everyone to live their life to the fullest since she never will. She'll never make it to prom, graduate from high school, or get married and have a family of her own. Please take a moment to read this beautiful message, share it with your friends and family and pass it on as her last request.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Or
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Or
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Don't
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Time
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">The
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">When
the day is done<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Do
you lie in your bed<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">With
the next hundred chores<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Running
through your head?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">You'd
better slow down<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<br /></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Don't
dance so fast.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<br /></div>
<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Time
is short.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<br /></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">The
music won't last.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Ever
told your child,<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">We'll
do it tomorrow?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">And
in your haste,<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Not
see his sorrow?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Ever
lost touch,<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Let
a good friendship die<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<br /></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Cause
you never had time<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">To
call and say,'Hi'<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<br /></div>
<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">You'd
better slow down.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Don't
dance so fast.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Time
is short.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">The
music won't last..<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<br /></div>
<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">When
you run so fast to get somewhere<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">You
miss half the fun of getting there.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<br /></div>
<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">When
you worry and hurry through your day,<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<br /></div>
<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">It
is like an unopened gift....<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<br /></div>
<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Thrown
away.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<br /></div>
<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Life
is not a race.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">
<br /></div>
<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Do
take it slower<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<br /></div>
<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Hear
the music<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Before
the song is over.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="text-align: center;">This forum reveals random thoughts and reflections on topics of interest and events impacting the life of the founder of Doll in the Looking Glass. Our boutique specializes in custom designed </span><a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/dolls_that_look_like_your_child/page_1.aspx">dolls that look like your child</a>. We also design toddler and <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/baby_dolls_that_look_real/page_1.aspx">baby dolls that look real</a> using vinyl doll components manufactured in Midland, Michigan USA by Apple Valley Doll Works. The goal of Doll in the Looking Glass is to delight our customers with our creations. We would love to create a special <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/" target="_blank">doll</a> for you!Doll in the Looking Glasshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12448052219981495821noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3817626754361297184.post-16929068577032349672014-03-08T19:17:00.001-08:002014-03-14T13:11:58.335-07:00Forever Young<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">Can you believe this lovely lady turns age 55 on March 9.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Mattel introduced Barbara Millicent Roberts </span><span style="font-size: large;">to the world in 1959 and ever since she has lovingly been known simply as Barbie.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">In honor of this event, I spent an afternoon with Barbie.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">She has had many careers over the years.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">In more recent years, she has been an astronaut</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">and a Presidential candidate. Some of her early occupations shown here have been traditional roles held by women.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here her crisp white nurse's uniform</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">is topped with a navy cape (note the red lining)</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">and she is ready for any emergency</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">with a hot water bottle and a vial of medicine. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">A smart royal blue suit is the uniform she wore</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">as an American Airlines' flight attendant.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Barbie is an excellent chef.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">She favors wearing a rosy pink dress with her apron and chef's hat.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This silver tutu was worn in Barbie's starring role</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">in the Nutcracker Suite Ballet.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Barbie is elegant dressed in black</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">as the solo vocalist with the symphony.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">When she is not working,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Barbie has a wide variety of leisure activities.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Skiing ...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Ice Skating ...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Tennis ...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Barbie even likes to change her hairstyle from her typical ponytail. This doll came with a trio of wigs</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">-- brunette, blond or redhead -- </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">depending on her mood. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here is a close-up of two of the wigs on the wig stand.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This doll wore a gold striped swimsuit</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">rather than the usual black zebra stripe.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">As I examined the clothing, I was amazed at the realistic detail.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Look at the teeny, tiny zipper closure on this dress!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">And, I love the beading on this straw purse.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">At the end of the afternoon, Barbie's long-time beau, Ken,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BARBIE!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I hope you enjoyed this trip with me down memory lane.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Childhood in a box! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.ivyandelephants.blogspot.com/2014/03/bollywood-bath.html" target="_blank">What's It Wednesday</a> at Ivy and Elephants</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://jannolson.blogspot.com/2014/03/share-your-cup-thursday-94.html" target="_blank">Share Your Cup</a> at Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://howsweetthesound.typepad.com/my_weblog/2014/03/saint-patricks-day-pink-saturday-march-15-2014.html" target="_blank">Pink Saturday</a> at How Sweet the Sound</span></div>
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<span style="text-align: center;">This forum reveals random thoughts and reflections on topics of interest and events impacting the life of the founder of Doll in the Looking Glass. Our boutique specializes in custom designed </span><a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/dolls_that_look_like_your_child/page_1.aspx">dolls that look like your child</a>. We also design toddler and <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/baby_dolls_that_look_real/page_1.aspx">baby dolls that look real</a> using vinyl doll components manufactured in Midland, Michigan USA by Apple Valley Doll Works. The goal of Doll in the Looking Glass is to delight our customers with our creations. We would love to create a special <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/" target="_blank">doll</a> for you!Doll in the Looking Glasshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12448052219981495821noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3817626754361297184.post-31691623077960556972014-02-13T10:36:00.000-08:002014-02-14T13:33:13.407-08:00Be My Valentine<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">If you have visited before, you know that</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I typically share </span><span style="font-size: large;">antique holiday postcards. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Today I have something a bit different.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">A friend was moving last summer,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">decided to part with some of her collectibles and </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Thank you, Michele!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">When I opened the box, I discovered</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">three antique pop-up Valentines.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This is the display I created so I could enjoy these treasures.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">of his next target needing some romance in their life. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Loving wishes from Grandma and Grandpa</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">were sent via</span><span style="font-size: large;"> this charming girl carrying a bouquet of flowers.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It was fortunate they added a date to their signature --</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">February 14, 1915.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The largest of the three cards was so fragile,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Thanks for stopping by to share this special day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">And what better way to ask you to "Be My Valentine"</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> than with a bouquet of red roses?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Wishing you a loving Valentine's Day!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://howsweetthesound.typepad.com/my_weblog/2014/02/happy-valentines-day-pink-saturday-february-15-1014.html" target="_blank">Pink Saturday</a> at How Sweet the Sound</span></div>
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<span style="text-align: center;">This forum reveals random thoughts and reflections on topics of interest and events impacting the life of the founder of Doll in the Looking Glass. Our boutique specializes in custom designed </span><a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/dolls_that_look_like_your_child/page_1.aspx">dolls that look like your child</a>. We also design toddler and <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/baby_dolls_that_look_real/page_1.aspx">baby dolls that look real</a> using vinyl doll components manufactured in Midland, Michigan USA by Apple Valley Doll Works. The goal of Doll in the Looking Glass is to delight our customers with our creations. We would love to create a special <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/" target="_blank">doll</a> for you!</div>
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<br />Doll in the Looking Glasshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12448052219981495821noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3817626754361297184.post-41557625417420984232014-01-23T08:02:00.000-08:002014-01-25T05:17:51.054-08:00Cold Hands, Warm Heart<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">Many parts of the U.S. -- including Michigan -- </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">so I though this was a good time to share a small wall hanging</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">that I made to bring a bit of cold weather whimsy into my home.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here is a closeup of the hand embroidery that was used</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">to give this snowman personality.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">His hands may be cold, but he delivers</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">a heartfelt "Winter Blessings" greeting.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It was intended to be a pillow top</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This week you will find me at these gatherings:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.ivyandelephants.blogspot.com/2014/01/ode-to-haiti.html" target="_blank">What's It Wednesday</a> at Ivy and Elephants</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://jannolson.blogspot.com/2014/01/share-your-cup-thursday-88.html" target="_blank">Share Your Cup</a> at Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://howsweetthesound.typepad.com/my_weblog/2014/01/pink-saturday-january-25-2014.html" target="_blank">Pink Saturday</a> at How Sweet the Sound</span><br />
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<span style="text-align: center;">This forum reveals random thoughts and reflections on topics of interest and events impacting the life of the founder of Doll in the Looking Glass. Our boutique specializes in custom designed </span><a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/dolls_that_look_like_your_child/page_1.aspx">dolls that look like your child</a>. We also design toddler and <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/baby_dolls_that_look_real/page_1.aspx">baby dolls that look real</a> using vinyl doll components manufactured in Midland, Michigan USA by Apple Valley Doll Works. The goal of Doll in the Looking Glass is to delight our customers with our creations. We would love to create a special <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/" target="_blank">doll</a> for you!</div>
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<br />Doll in the Looking Glasshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12448052219981495821noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3817626754361297184.post-58572871407320548902014-01-02T08:31:00.002-08:002014-01-03T12:10:38.573-08:00Ringing In 2014<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Happy New Year -- 2014!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The bells were gathered to make a celebratory noise</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> The lovely ladies pictured on these vintage postcards</span></div>
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<span style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">The postcards were published by John Winsch, copyright 1910.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://howsweetthesound.typepad.com/my_weblog/2014/01/a-pink-saturday-new-year-january-4-2014.html" target="_blank">Pink Saturday</a> at How Sweet the Sound</span></div>
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<span style="text-align: center;">This forum reveals random thoughts and reflections on topics of interest and events impacting the life of the founder of Doll in the Looking Glass. Our boutique specializes in custom designed </span><a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/dolls_that_look_like_your_child/page_1.aspx">dolls that look like your child</a>. We also design toddler and <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/baby_dolls_that_look_real/page_1.aspx">baby dolls that look real</a> using vinyl doll components manufactured in Midland, Michigan USA by Apple Valley Doll Works. The goal of Doll in the Looking Glass is to delight our customers with our creations. We would love to create a special <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/" target="_blank">doll</a> for you!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">When dreaming of a white Christmas, </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Let's begin with this fabric angel </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://jannolson.blogspot.com/2013/12/share-your-cup-thursday-85.html" target="_blank">Share Your Cup</a> at Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson</span><br />
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<span style="text-align: center;">This forum reveals random thoughts and reflections on topics of interest and events impacting the life of the founder of Doll in the Looking Glass. Our boutique specializes in custom designed </span><a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/dolls_that_look_like_your_child/page_1.aspx">dolls that look like your child</a>. We also design toddler and <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/baby_dolls_that_look_real/page_1.aspx">baby dolls that look real</a> using vinyl doll components manufactured in Midland, Michigan USA by Apple Valley Doll Works. The goal of Doll in the Looking Glass is to delight our customers with our creations. We would love to create a special <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/" target="_blank">doll</a> for you!Doll in the Looking Glasshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12448052219981495821noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3817626754361297184.post-79219230235657529002013-11-27T19:14:00.000-08:002013-11-27T19:14:02.632-08:00Thanksgiving Blessings<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="text-align: center;">This forum reveals random thoughts and reflections on topics of interest and events impacting the life of the founder of Doll in the Looking Glass. Our boutique specializes in custom designed </span><a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/dolls_that_look_like_your_child/page_1.aspx">dolls that look like your child</a>. We also design toddler and <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/baby_dolls_that_look_real/page_1.aspx">baby dolls that look real</a> using vinyl doll components manufactured in Midland, Michigan USA by Apple Valley Doll Works. The goal of Doll in the Looking Glass is to delight our customers with our creations. We would love to create a special <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/" target="_blank">doll</a> for you!Doll in the Looking Glasshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12448052219981495821noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3817626754361297184.post-30533203622529351062013-11-10T18:35:00.001-08:002013-11-10T18:35:42.860-08:00In Honor of Veteran's Day 2013<div style="text-align: center;">
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Doll in the Looking Glasshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12448052219981495821noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3817626754361297184.post-25813853745453924212013-10-30T04:44:00.001-07:002013-10-30T17:41:53.864-07:00Mysterious Companions<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">My last post showcased postcards of children</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">and their beloved dogs. <a href="http://dollinthelookingglass.blogspot.com/2013/09/puppy-dog-tails.html" target="_blank">Read Puppy Dog Tails</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">To give equal attention, the postcards in this post feature cats.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Specifically, BLACK CATS, because this week is Halloween.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It has been
quite a while since </span><span style="font-size: large;">I shared some vintage postcards with you. Today’s
offering is a group of cards showcasing children and their beloved family
dogs.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">These cards were printed by varied
publishers and</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">those that bear postmarks are dated 1911 or 1912.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small; text-align: start;">The title of the post “Puppy Dog Tails” was inspired by the nursery rhyme “What Are Little Boys Made Of”.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="text-align: start;">As the related girls poem states,</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="text-align: start;">little girls are made of sugar and spice.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="text-align: start;">of some of the frilly doll dresses</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="text-align: start;">that just arrived in my doll boutique.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="text-align: start;">I thought these dresses with ribbons and lace</span></span></div>
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<span style="text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: large;">Did you know that these nursery rhyme verses </span></span></div>
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<span style="text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: large;">The poem “What Folks Are Made of” is attributed to Robert Southey, </span></span></div>
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<span style="text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: large;">an English poet and historian, who became poet laureate in 1813. Although the entire rhyme cannot be absolutely verified</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Although I don't understand the meaning behind all of the verses</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> (why are nurses made of bushes and thorns and old cow horns?),</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Attributed to Robert Southey, About 1820</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">What are little babies made of? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Diapers and crumbs and sucking
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> That's what little babies are made of.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> What are little boys made of? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Snips and snails and puppy-dog
tails; <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> That's what little boys are made
of. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> What are little girls made of? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Sugar and spice and everything
nice; <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> That's what little girls are made of.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> What are young men made of? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Sighs and leers and crocodile
tears; <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> That's what young men are made of.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> What are young women made of? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Rings and jings and other fine
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> That's what young women are made
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> What are our sailors made of? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Pitch and tar, pig-tail and scar; <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> That's what our sailors are made of.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> What are our soldiers made of? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Pipeclay and drill, the foeman to
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> That's what our soldiers are made of.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> What are our nurses made of? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Bushes and thorns and old cow's
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> That's what our nurses are made of.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> What are our fathers made of? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Pipes and smoke and collars choke;
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> That's what our fathers are made of.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> What are our mothers made of? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Ribbons and laces and sweet pretty
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> That's what our mothers are made of.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> What are old men made of? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Slippers that flop and a
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> That's what old men are made of. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> What are old women made of? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Reels, and jeels, and old spinning wheels; <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> That's what old women are made of.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> What are all folks made of? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"> Fighting a spot and loving a lot, <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Pink Saturday is a perfect opportunity to share the flowers blooming at my home in varied shades of pink.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This variety is named Rose Satin Althea and it started its display of dramatic flowers this week. Lots more buds still to open. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">With it's ruffled petals curling toward the center,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This is the first year that I have planted New Guinea Impatiens. They seem happy with the shady location near the front porch. This variety has large flowers and is named Super Sonic Pink.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Although my Zinnia plants have a multitude of colors,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">with their </span><span style="font-size: large;">cheery yellow centers.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The bees are certainly attracted to the sweet nectar of the Zinnias.</span></div>
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<span style="text-align: center;">This forum reveals random thoughts and reflections on topics of interest and events impacting the life of the founder of Doll in the Looking Glass. Our boutique specializes in custom designed </span><a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/dolls_that_look_like_your_child/page_1.aspx">dolls that look like your child</a>. We also design toddler and <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/baby_dolls_that_look_real/page_1.aspx">baby dolls that look real</a> using vinyl doll components manufactured in Midland, Michigan USA by Apple Valley Doll Works. The goal of Doll in the Looking Glass is to delight our customers with our creations. We would love to create a special <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/" target="_blank">doll</a> for you!Doll in the Looking Glasshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12448052219981495821noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3817626754361297184.post-4467421150627073042013-07-01T16:05:00.000-07:002013-07-05T17:22:06.524-07:00My Uncle's Name is Sam<span style="font-size: large;">Taking a look around my home and the decor displayed to celebrate Independence Day, a common feature is the image of the American symbol Uncle Sam. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><br /><br />By an act of the 87th Congress of the United States, the following resolution was adopted on Sept. 15, 1961: "Resolved by the Senate (the House of Representatives concurring) that the Congress salutes `Uncle Sam' Wilson of Troy, N.Y., as the progenitor of America's national symbol of "Uncle Sam."</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Because Samuel was so well liked by the people of Troy, he was known locally as "Uncle" Sam, and Troy residents associated the “U.S.” stamp on the sides of the barrels with “Uncle Sam” who they knew was supplying meat for the soldiers.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><br /> The actual image of Uncle Sam evolved over time.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Prior to the Civil War another character was more commonly used as a symbol of our country – Brother Jonathan. Brother Jonathan was depicted with striped pants, a coat with tails and a tall top hat. But, the Civil War brought a major transition to the symbol of our country.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">People began to associate the image of our country with the face of Abraham Lincoln and it was during this period that our icon aged and acquired a beard.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Brother Jonathan was slowly phased out, being replaced by Uncle Sam. The updated image of Uncle Sam was popularized by Thomas Nast through his political cartoons.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The antique postcards photographed for this post are postmarked or copyrighted during the period 1907-1909. I hope you enjoyed this bit of American history.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Meet some fabulous new people at:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://howsweetthesound.typepad.com/my_weblog/2013/07/pink-saturday-july-6-celebrations.html" target="_blank">Pink Saturday</a> at How Sweet the Sound</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/2013/07/anything-blue-friday-week-16.html" target="_blank">Anything Blue Friday</a> at The Dedicated House</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">You may enjoy reading my June 2012</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Showing my pink with <a href="http://howsweetthesound.typepad.com/my_weblog/2013/06/pink-saturday-june-29-lets-celebrate.html" target="_blank">Pink Saturday</a> at How Sweet the Sound.</span></div>
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<span style="text-align: center;">This forum reveals random thoughts and reflections on topics of interest and events impacting the life of the founder of Doll in the Looking Glass. Our boutique specializes in custom designed </span><a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/dolls_that_look_like_your_child/page_1.aspx">dolls that look like your child</a>. We also design toddler and <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/baby_dolls_that_look_real/page_1.aspx">baby dolls that look real</a> using vinyl doll components manufactured in Midland, Michigan USA by Apple Valley Doll Works. The goal of Doll in the Looking Glass is to delight our customers with our creations. We would love to create a special <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/" target="_blank">doll</a> for you!Doll in the Looking Glasshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12448052219981495821noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3817626754361297184.post-31613385958486174282013-06-09T18:06:00.000-07:002013-06-09T18:06:36.773-07:00Medium Skin Tone Dolls Again Available!<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">We are pleased to announce</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Earlier this year, the inventory of medium vinyl</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">once again, we are able to create your special doll</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">in a Medium Skin Tone!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Just look at the charming toddler</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This doll was created with the Guppy expression.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Her face is framed by waves of dark brown hair.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">How can you resist those chocolate brown eyes?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Extra Light, Light and Medium </span><span style="font-size: large;">Skin Tones are available for creating your special doll.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Sample dolls are </span><span style="font-size: large;">shown in the photo below:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Top: Extra Light (Very fair, pink)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Middle: Light (Suntan)</span></div>
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<span style="text-align: center;">This forum reveals random thoughts and reflections on topics of interest and events impacting the life of the founder of Doll in the Looking Glass. Our boutique specializes in custom designed </span><a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/dolls_that_look_like_your_child/page_1.aspx">dolls that look like your child</a>. We also design toddler and <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/baby_dolls_that_look_real/page_1.aspx">baby dolls that look real</a> using vinyl doll components manufactured in Midland, Michigan USA by Apple Valley Doll Works. The goal of Doll in the Looking Glass is to delight our customers with our creations. We would love to create a special <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/" target="_blank">doll</a> for you!Doll in the Looking Glasshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12448052219981495821noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3817626754361297184.post-4608671110862391562013-06-01T10:03:00.000-07:002013-06-05T12:14:23.795-07:00Full Bloom Glory<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">Severe thunderstorms were in the forecast for yesterday</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">so it was time to capture the images of the ornamental plants</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">So the brilliant display in the landscape survives another day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">even on a cold winter day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">And the colorful memories will live on forever in our hearts.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Sharing this post with:</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://howsweetthesound.typepad.com/my_weblog/2013/05/pink-saturday-june-1-2013.html" target="_blank">Pink Saturday</a> at How Sweet The Sound</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://ivyandelephants.blogspot.com/2013/06/the-winner-is.html" target="_blank">What's It Wednesday</a> at Ivy and Elephants</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="text-align: center;">This forum reveals random thoughts and reflections on topics of interest and events impacting the life of the founder of Doll in the Looking Glass. Our boutique specializes in custom designed </span><a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/dolls_that_look_like_your_child/page_1.aspx">dolls that look like your child</a>. We also design toddler and <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/baby_dolls_that_look_real/page_1.aspx">baby dolls that look real</a> using vinyl doll components manufactured in Midland, Michigan USA by Apple Valley Doll Works. The goal of Doll in the Looking Glass is to delight our customers with our creations. We would love to create a special <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/" target="_blank">doll</a> for you!</div>
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Doll in the Looking Glasshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12448052219981495821noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3817626754361297184.post-2677572637287782672013-05-26T17:09:00.001-07:002013-05-29T16:48:30.172-07:00Tribute to Our Soldiers<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: large;">On Memorial Day, sending THANKS and GRATITUDE</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">to those who are or have bravely served our country.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The images are vintage postcards published about 1909</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">by Raphael Tuck & Sons,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">"Decoration Day" Series of Post Cards, No. 158.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The sentiments are printed on the face of this postcard series </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">but the message rings true today as well.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Each basket was made from a 9-inch circle cut from scrapbook paper then rolled into a cone. I just used a glue stick to fasten the edges and then decorated and filled with whatever pretties were found in my stash of craft supplies.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Some fairy scrapbook embellishments inspired this basket. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">repeating the fairies' resting spot. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">A small crochet doily trails from the base and is accented with a gold tassel. Gold and cream twisted cord circles the basket that is filled with grape leaves.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Possibly the butterflies used the maps to plan the route for their migration North to welcome Spring!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/2013/04/make-it-pretty-monday-week-47.html" target="_blank">Make It Pretty Monday</a> at The Dedicated House</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.kathewithane.com/2013/04/youre-gonna-love-it-special-week-52.html" target="_blank">You're Gonna Love It</a> at Kathe with an E</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://jannolson.blogspot.com/2013/05/share-your-cup-thursday-56.html" target="_blank">Share Your Cup</a> at Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/2013/05/anything-blue-friday-week-7.html" target="_blank">Anything Blue Friday</a> at The Dedicated House</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="text-align: center;">This forum reveals random thoughts and reflections on topics of interest and events impacting the life of the founder of Doll in the Looking Glass. Our boutique specializes in custom designed </span><a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/dolls_that_look_like_your_child/page_1.aspx">dolls that look like your child</a><span class="Apple-style-span">. We also design toddler and </span><a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/baby_dolls_that_look_real/page_1.aspx">baby dolls that look real</a><span class="Apple-style-span"> using vinyl doll components manufactured in Midland, Michigan USA by Apple Valley Doll Works. The goal of Doll in the Looking Glass is to delight our customers with our creations. We would love to create a special <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/" target="_blank">doll</a> for you!</span></div>
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<br />Doll in the Looking Glasshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12448052219981495821noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3817626754361297184.post-84625545534653910252013-04-15T12:56:00.000-07:002013-04-19T18:01:03.823-07:00It Started with the Pail<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">I walked the aisles of the craft store </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">carefully examining the shelves of Spring merchandise</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">the had been marked down to make way</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">for the fresh look of Summer.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It called my name --</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">just as I am certain each of you have been called</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">at some point in time by that special item</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">that you didn't know you were looking for.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">What called my name? </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">A METAL PAIL</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> printed with an image of a charming child,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">soft flowers,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">and the writing from the back of a <i><b>vintage postcard</b></i>. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I soon located some faux blooms in the softest of hues ...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">creamy white and blush pink.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">With accents of lace ribbon and a plump tassel. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">And, yes, a pink cabbage plant.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">My box of vintage postcards was searched.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Looking for Springtime images</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">that carried the same delicate colors.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Where cabbages grow,</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">you are sure to find a rabbit</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">looking to satisfy his hunger.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I'll gladly share the bounty with this dapper fellow.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Until next time, live and love well.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/2013/04/make-it-pretty-monday-week-45.html" target="_blank">Make It Pretty Monday</a> at The Dedicated House</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://jannolson.blogspot.com/2013/04/share-your-cup-thursday-54.html" target="_blank">Share Your Cup</a> at Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://howsweetthesound.typepad.com/my_weblog/2013/04/pink-saturday-april-20-2013.html" target="_blank">Pink Saturday</a> at How Sweet the Song</span></div>
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<span style="text-align: center;">This forum reveals random thoughts and reflections on topics of interest and events impacting the life of the founder of Doll in the Looking Glass. Our boutique specializes in custom designed </span><a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/dolls_that_look_like_your_child/page_1.aspx">dolls that look like your child</a><span class="Apple-style-span">. We also design toddler and </span><a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/shopping/baby_dolls_that_look_real/page_1.aspx">baby dolls that look real</a><span class="Apple-style-span"> using vinyl doll components manufactured in Midland, Michigan USA by Apple Valley Doll Works. The goal of Doll in the Looking Glass is to delight our customers with our creations. We would love to create a special <a href="http://www.dollinthelookingglass.com/" target="_blank">doll</a> for you!</span></div>
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