American Girl Day

Mikaela celebrated Christmas with her Nana a few weeks early. It was a day neither could wait any longer for!

For as long as I can remember we have been receiving American Girl catalogues. I don't know how we got on that mailing list, but every few weeks a new glorious doll catalogue appears in our mailbox.

Such fun we have - we look at each page, pick out our favorite dolls, our favorite outfits, and yes, our favorite accessories.

Waiting to be 5. 5 is how old you are when you can go to the American Girl Company to pick out a doll. 5 is when you are big enough to know what a special doll this is to receive. 5 is when you are old enough to take care of and love this doll. For those of you that haven't been, 5 years is how long it takes to save up for the trip!

Mikaela and her Nana set off bright and early. Mikaela was all dressed up for the occasion - her new "skinny" jeans, her new shirt with matching vest, and most importantly her new boots!

They began by attending a Bitty Baby Class. You and your doll color pictures, sing songs,and have snack.

Next, was the shopping! If you haven't perused the options - let me help you:

http://www.americangirl.com/stores/location_atl.php#experiences

Mikaela chose twins - yes, two dolls. Must have brown hair and brown eyes like her. Must have one boy and one girl like her house. Must be perfect.

Dolls chosen. Now - to name them. Rosella for the girl, Rosi for short (only a princess name would do). And Antonio for the boy, Toni for short (again only the name of a prince). For those who don't live in Barbie Magic land - those are the names of the latest prince and princess from their movie.

Accessories - a must. A double jogging stroller, pajamas and a hair brush were chosen easily.

On to lunch. Lunch - now there is special treat. Highchairs are brought to your bistro table for your doll to sit in. Menus for all - yes even Rosi and Toni. Mikaela had macaroni and cheese, a fruit skewer and pink lemonade (and a powdered sugar dusted cookie for dessert).

Exhausted after such big decision making, she and Rosi promptly fell asleep in the car leaving Toni to help Nana drive.