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October 11, 2004
By: Tammy Gray-Searles Website: http://www.a1-in-toys.com
Delightful Dolls Intrigue Every Little Girls Imagination
Dolls have been an important part of our culture for centuries. Longer than any
man can remember, dolls have been cherished by little girls and adults alike.
Ancient ruins often contain some type of child’s doll. A treasure from times past
when an adult lovingly created a companion for their child. All around the world, from
the beginning of time, we have made and loved dolls. From crude dolls made of sticks
to dolls that move and talk, they have always held a very special place in our heart.
Nearly everyone has fond memories of their favorite doll. The doll that now has
one eye, a torn arm and a stained dress looks just as beautiful to her owner as the
day she was created. The big adventures shared with a favorite doll are precious
memories indeed.
To a child, a doll is a best friend, a conspirator, a little one to take care of,
and a comforter. There’s nothing like a doll to provide fun and companionship. Perhaps
that’s why dolls are so wildly popular, and have been through the ages.
In the United States, doll collecting ranks as one of the most popular hobbies of
all time. Even those who don’t consider themselves doll collectors usually have a
doll or two stashed away in a memory chest, or displayed with other childhood
mementos.
Dolls are precious gifts we pass on to our children. A doll may seem like a simple
gift to an adult, but to a child it can open the door to an exciting world of
imaginary play. What would a little girl’s tea party be without a special doll to
share it with? Who would she hug tight as she fell asleep each night?
Then there are fine dolls that are meant to be displayed and admired for their
sheer beauty. Lifelike ballerina dolls, newborn dolls, and stunning porcelain dolls
are some of the most popular collectible dolls. There are also unbelievable
collections of character and fantasy dolls such as fairies, princesses and dwarves.
For nearly anything you can imagine, there is a corresponding doll. In recent years
dolls made to resemble politicians and celebrities have become especially popular.
With their delicate hands, tiny clothes and delightful faces, dolls are easy to love.
From Barbie dolls to porcelain dolls, to caricature dolls, to miniature dolls, there’s
a variety of doll for everyone. It’s not hard to understand our fascination with them.
Who doesn’t love dolls?
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