4 Parks + 5 Staples in the Baby's Head = 9 Magical Days!! (9/17 The Last Hurrah!)
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tynkendallsmom
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I have spent the past two days on and off at work reading your TR and it's FABULOUS!! We were just there last week and it's amazing how many things we didn't see. . . which just means another trip is in order - Right!!
We stayed at POP for the first time and LOVED it - especially for the little time we were there. SOOOO sorry to hear about your little one's head - OUCH!
I can't wait to hear the report of the botique . . . and the rest of your trip!
We stayed at POP for the first time and LOVED it - especially for the little time we were there. SOOOO sorry to hear about your little one's head - OUCH!
I can't wait to hear the report of the botique . . . and the rest of your trip!
thecapells
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It's always good to have fellow comic geeks around! Excelsior!
thecapells
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Welcome aboard!
It sounds like we're picking up steam with several newbies lately.
As for status, I have the pictures just about set and I'm nudging Mom to get me a writeup today for the BBB segment...
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ok I am all caught up now. I am torn now after reading this. I love Japanease food but I really want to eat at Le Cellier. I am going to have to research 
I can't wait to see how everything went at the BBB. Unfortunatly my daughter is 12 so she is probably to old to go there.
I can't wait to see how everything went at the BBB. Unfortunatly my daughter is 12 so she is probably to old to go there.
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Mom here - just need a couple of more posts before I can post pics...
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And on with the story!
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Well, DD was pretty upset when Dad told her that she could not enter Cinderella’s castle looking like that!!!
But as soon as we walked into the lobby of the BBB and she saw the other kids getting all gussied up,
the little light bulb went off in her head and she got all quiet and smiley just anticipating what was to come next!
After checking in, we met our “fairy godmother” (I’ll call her FG).
She seemed pretty nice- but not as “in character” as some of the other women I could hear around us.
Still, DD didn’t notice, she was all eyes as we were escorted through the boutique to the changing rooms in the back.
The walls were lined with breathtaking costumes and accessories and I was given a brochure that described the different options available to us:
The Coach Package: Includes hairstyle, shimmering makeup, and princess sash
The Crown Package: Includes hairstyle, nails, shimmering makeup, and princess sash
The Castle Package: Includes hairstyle, nails, shimmering makeup, photo package, princess gown of choice, crown, wand, shoes, and princess sash
What a marketing technique!!!
Of course DD wanted it ALL instantly! Luckily, we came prepared and I had her favorite Cinderella costume with me!
We chose the Crown Package and I took her into the dressing room to change into her costume.
But first I took a “before” picture of her in her T-shirt and shorts looking in the mirror.
When we came out, all the BBB ladies said things like “what a lovely gown m’lady!” as we followed our FG back to our station.
Everything was just perfectly designed for the little princesses they were catering to:
the stylists chair was a light blue, cushy seat that raised up real high, the smocks were light blue with a pink logo,
and all the tools the FG used were pink and lavender and peach colored!
DD was turned around in her chair so that she was facing me and the center of the room- not the mirror.
This was particularly clever since the photopass photographer was circling around taking pictures
of all the girls & boys in the boutique as they were transformed into princes & princesses.
I made a point to chat with the photographer and tell him that we LOVE photopass pictures.
After that, he went out of his way to snap lots of extra shots for me!
Here's the "before" picture with some pixie dust...
To begin with, DD got to choose a hairstyle.
OK- I may have given her a little nudge in the right direction because I didn’t want her to get 1980’s pop-star hair!
So she ended up picking the Fairytale Princess hair (
yay!) and the FG showed her an assortment of tiaras to choose from.
Then the FG got to work- and she did an amazing job styling DD’s hair!
She was very gentle and it was pretty quick and painless- which is no easy feat!
I should know- I fight world war III every morning just to get DD’s hair combed!
She even had DD hold a mask to make sure none of the hairspray got in her eyes:
She must have used a gallon of hair gel and two dozen bobby pins- but when the hair was done I was amazed at how beautiful it looked!
I had carefully watched every step of the process but I really don’t think I could do it myself if I tried!
She fit the tiara into the base of the bun quite snugly, and used a Mickey barrette to hold it all together in the back.
The FG said things like: “Please look down at your lap for me, princess” and “hold your head up nice and tall like a proper lady.”
While the FG was doing her hair, there were “assistant FGs” who came around and polished her nails.
It worked out perfectly because DD held her head still and looked down the whole time her nails were being polished.
Which was exactly what the hairstylist needed her to do!
Next, the FG applied some makeup- which was very subtle- nothing gaudy.
Then for the finishing touch, the FG gave DD the plastic shield to hold over her face.
The FG sprayed DD's hair with more hairspray and used a wand to sprinkle her all over- head to toe- with sparkly pixie dust!
DD got a pink “Birthday Princess” sash to wear, and chose a rhinestone star to stick on her cheek.
Before the big “reveal,” the photopass photographer came rushing over.
He had to capture DD’s reaction when she looked in the mirror for the first time.
The FG took off her smock, turned her around, and Voila! I think her expression speaks for itself!
She was awestruck when she saw herself in the mirror!
It reminded me of my wedding day when I had my first glimpse of me in the gown all made up! (OK- now I need a tissue! Sniff Sniff…)
We got a gift bag with our plastic comb, the nailpolish bottles, the little makeup kit, and the other stickers for her cheeks.
Then we thanked our FG, paid at the register, and made our way outside to wait for our guys by the entrance to Cinderella’s breakfast.
DD walked around like she was wearing glass slippers.
She was slow and graceful and very proud of all the smiles and comments she was receiving from people passing by!
Wait till the boys see her!!
But as soon as we walked into the lobby of the BBB and she saw the other kids getting all gussied up,
the little light bulb went off in her head and she got all quiet and smiley just anticipating what was to come next!
After checking in, we met our “fairy godmother” (I’ll call her FG).
She seemed pretty nice- but not as “in character” as some of the other women I could hear around us.
Still, DD didn’t notice, she was all eyes as we were escorted through the boutique to the changing rooms in the back.
The walls were lined with breathtaking costumes and accessories and I was given a brochure that described the different options available to us:
The Coach Package: Includes hairstyle, shimmering makeup, and princess sash
The Crown Package: Includes hairstyle, nails, shimmering makeup, and princess sash
The Castle Package: Includes hairstyle, nails, shimmering makeup, photo package, princess gown of choice, crown, wand, shoes, and princess sash
What a marketing technique!!!
Of course DD wanted it ALL instantly! Luckily, we came prepared and I had her favorite Cinderella costume with me!
We chose the Crown Package and I took her into the dressing room to change into her costume.
But first I took a “before” picture of her in her T-shirt and shorts looking in the mirror.
When we came out, all the BBB ladies said things like “what a lovely gown m’lady!” as we followed our FG back to our station.
Everything was just perfectly designed for the little princesses they were catering to:
the stylists chair was a light blue, cushy seat that raised up real high, the smocks were light blue with a pink logo,
and all the tools the FG used were pink and lavender and peach colored!
DD was turned around in her chair so that she was facing me and the center of the room- not the mirror.
This was particularly clever since the photopass photographer was circling around taking pictures
of all the girls & boys in the boutique as they were transformed into princes & princesses.
I made a point to chat with the photographer and tell him that we LOVE photopass pictures.
After that, he went out of his way to snap lots of extra shots for me!
Here's the "before" picture with some pixie dust...
To begin with, DD got to choose a hairstyle.
OK- I may have given her a little nudge in the right direction because I didn’t want her to get 1980’s pop-star hair!
So she ended up picking the Fairytale Princess hair (
yay!) and the FG showed her an assortment of tiaras to choose from.Then the FG got to work- and she did an amazing job styling DD’s hair!
She was very gentle and it was pretty quick and painless- which is no easy feat!
I should know- I fight world war III every morning just to get DD’s hair combed!
She even had DD hold a mask to make sure none of the hairspray got in her eyes:
She must have used a gallon of hair gel and two dozen bobby pins- but when the hair was done I was amazed at how beautiful it looked!
I had carefully watched every step of the process but I really don’t think I could do it myself if I tried!
She fit the tiara into the base of the bun quite snugly, and used a Mickey barrette to hold it all together in the back.
The FG said things like: “Please look down at your lap for me, princess” and “hold your head up nice and tall like a proper lady.”
While the FG was doing her hair, there were “assistant FGs” who came around and polished her nails.
It worked out perfectly because DD held her head still and looked down the whole time her nails were being polished.
Which was exactly what the hairstylist needed her to do!
Next, the FG applied some makeup- which was very subtle- nothing gaudy.
Then for the finishing touch, the FG gave DD the plastic shield to hold over her face.
The FG sprayed DD's hair with more hairspray and used a wand to sprinkle her all over- head to toe- with sparkly pixie dust!
DD got a pink “Birthday Princess” sash to wear, and chose a rhinestone star to stick on her cheek.
Before the big “reveal,” the photopass photographer came rushing over.
He had to capture DD’s reaction when she looked in the mirror for the first time.
The FG took off her smock, turned her around, and Voila! I think her expression speaks for itself!
She was awestruck when she saw herself in the mirror!
It reminded me of my wedding day when I had my first glimpse of me in the gown all made up! (OK- now I need a tissue! Sniff Sniff…)
We got a gift bag with our plastic comb, the nailpolish bottles, the little makeup kit, and the other stickers for her cheeks.
Then we thanked our FG, paid at the register, and made our way outside to wait for our guys by the entrance to Cinderella’s breakfast.
DD walked around like she was wearing glass slippers.
She was slow and graceful and very proud of all the smiles and comments she was receiving from people passing by!
Wait till the boys see her!!
thecapells
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In addition to the amazing transformation, DD also received the Princess sash you see in the pictures as well as a gift bag pictured here
(but hard to see due to the foil):
Inside the bag was the standard BBB Brochure:
As well as the birthday button that was affixed to her sash (she took it off soon after):
Now, the goodies First there was a sheet of some extra face stickers:
As well as some blue nail polish:
And, of course, pink nail polish:
A makeup palette was included as well:
And lastly some BBB stickers:
Sorry for the blurry scans but I think you get the idea.
Next stop - across the hall for DD's coronation!
(but hard to see due to the foil):
Inside the bag was the standard BBB Brochure:
As well as the birthday button that was affixed to her sash (she took it off soon after):
Now, the goodies First there was a sheet of some extra face stickers:
As well as some blue nail polish:
And, of course, pink nail polish:
A makeup palette was included as well:
And lastly some BBB stickers:
Sorry for the blurry scans but I think you get the idea.
Next stop - across the hall for DD's coronation!
Lady Lallie
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Awwww. Those pictures as well as the BBB is absolutely priceless. 
littleboss
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She looked so amazing!
As for her walking so slow and elagent I know how you mean, every time we take our dog in to get groomed she is so princess like and doesn't want to be touched or bothered for the first few days like she is a star (prissy) but then after a couple days she is starving for attention.LOL Sorry not to compare your daughter to a dog but when you mentioned her acting so elagent I just had to laugh.
As for her walking so slow and elagent I know how you mean, every time we take our dog in to get groomed she is so princess like and doesn't want to be touched or bothered for the first few days like she is a star (prissy) but then after a couple days she is starving for attention.LOL Sorry not to compare your daughter to a dog but when you mentioned her acting so elagent I just had to laugh.
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I found your TR on the BBB thread after seeing your lovely DD get made over into Cinderella! How cute! I showed my DD (who will turn 4 right before our trip in June) the pictures and she had decided she would like to try getting dressed up as a princess!
I read the whole TR so far and I'm glad I found it! Sounds like you had a wonderful trip! I'm glad to hear about the Kidcot stations, I'll be sure to budget some time for that!
I read the whole TR so far and I'm glad I found it! Sounds like you had a wonderful trip! I'm glad to hear about the Kidcot stations, I'll be sure to budget some time for that!
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My email didn't notify me that there were updates to your TR. I am glad I got on and checked because I have been waiting to see how the BBB turned out. Your DD looks absolutely beautiful. I am definitely doing that for my DD on her 4th birthday. It looks like so much fun. I can only imagine how wonderful it must have been for her to see herself. So cute!!!
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Dear Her Royal Highness Rayna~
I saw your regal portraits recently, and wanted to tell you how stately and elegant you looked whilst visiting your friend Cinderella's Castle! Your gown and diamond tiara were very appropriate for attending a royal event- thank you for sharing with us! I imagine Cinderella was a lovely hostess. Did her servants make a nice royal feast for you?
Remember, it is very important to always act like a Princess now. Be kind and gracious to people, they will treat you like royalty more than if you don't.
Your fellow Princess, Liesa
I saw your regal portraits recently, and wanted to tell you how stately and elegant you looked whilst visiting your friend Cinderella's Castle! Your gown and diamond tiara were very appropriate for attending a royal event- thank you for sharing with us! I imagine Cinderella was a lovely hostess. Did her servants make a nice royal feast for you?
Remember, it is very important to always act like a Princess now. Be kind and gracious to people, they will treat you like royalty more than if you don't.
Your fellow Princess, Liesa
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