Reflections

Hey, y'all. So last night I was chatting with Emma from Wack-A-Doodle-Dolls about blogging and such. We ultimately came to the conclusion that since I don't love blogging, I should just stop. It's hard though. It's difficult for me to let go of something that I have put work into, because I feel like a quitter. But I guess from the start, I never really enjoyed most of the blogging process. I did like parts of it, but overall I think my life will be happier without this activity.

I also haven't been very interested in dolls themselves lately. Going to college has had a big effect on me. It's caused me to shift my focus completely onto school, and it hasn't given me much time to do a lot of things that I enjoy doing. So why would I choose to spend precious time away from studying doing something that I don't want to do? It appears that I'll be continuing my scholarly journey in the fall, with my focus on my studies, not dolls. I still enjoy looking at dolls in stores and admiring their beautiful outfits, but there isn't as much joy in purchasing them as there was before. So I'll be shelving this interest, at least for now.

 

In light of all of this, I've decided that I will reveal my identity. I don't know how or when, but I want to show you all who I am. I think that it will be nice to be completely myself for the little time I have left on this blog. I also believe that I'll complete my Ever After High series Rules, Rebellion, and Revolution, but I won't be including pictures. Not unless I somehow get inspired to take photos, but it isn't likely. Also, for those of you who may be wondering, I will not be deleting my blog. It will still be here for you to read through, if you ever feel like perusing my old posts. Who knows? Maybe you'll hear from me again someday.:) But more on that later.

I also want to say thank you to each of my loyal readers. I truly appreciate all of the extremely nice comments that you have left for me, and I will miss hearing from you all. I hope that those of you who run your own blogs will continue finding inspiration, will enjoy every second of your blogging journeys, and will keep doing what you love.
Stay amazing, y'all!

XOXO Ginger Spice

Girl of the Year 2015 - Grace Debut Trip

Hey, y'all! Here are the pictures from the Grace debut yesterday that I attended with Jaclynn and Emma. If you want to hear a cool story about our joint trip, go read this post from Jaclynn.

 

 

I saw this window display on the way into the store, and fell in love with the coat! The whole outfit a store exclusive, so it's kind of expensive, but it is beautiful!

 

This is the view of the bookstore side of the store, on the right when you walk in. The people on the right of the black rope are all looking at Grace (she's in the window!).

 

Et voila! Grace! She's lovely in her Parisian inspired outfit.

 

Here is Grace's incredibly detailed and beautiful bakery! What Emily would give to have a setup like this...

 

Grace's baking outfit. If you ever get this outfit, I don't think you will regret it! The apron has a complete skirt, going all the way around the back, and the straps on the back of the apron have a couple of bows! So adorable.

 

 

Here is a closer look at the set. There is an oven, utensils galore, and a display case for Grace's goodies.

 

There is a refrigerator and a little table as well!

 

Here is Grace's PJ set. I love these! The pattern and the ruffles on the pants, the bows on the top and slippers, and the pastel blue make this a stylish pair of PJs.

 

I saw this outfit on the way to the escalator, and I thought the tutu was adorable! I love the tiny little puffballs on it!

 

Here is the BeForever archive! And that's Emma, checking out the dolls and such.

 

Here is Julie's spot! I love the chair and the beads. Definitely groovy.

 

I love Samantha's ice cream parlor and this outfit! I also love the boots she's wearing.

 

Here is Grace's display window. Can I just say, that I want to live here??

 

Here is a photo of Jaclynn and Emma with their new Grace dolls!

 

I hope that you enjoyed looking at these photos! I had a great time walking around the store, and I even bought a few things! For the first time in about five years... It was weird, but really fun! Check back in the future to see the new things that I got.

 

XOXO Ginger Spice

 

P.S. Did you go to Grace's premiere?