05 December 2006
Freaky Gift Idea #2
Live girl not included.
As Katherine said, "Her eyes look freaky." Katherine also thought it was "weird" that the doll is wearing a cross necklace in every photo and that there were God books for sale in the back of the catalog. But I think I understand the marketing behind this American Girl knockoff. The company's slogan is "Books and dolls with a purpose." There are four Christian charities that "a portion of every product sale is directed to." I'm guessing that this is a counter attack against American Girl for donating to Girls, Inc.--an organization that conservative groups believe promotes abortion rights and (gasp!) acceptance of homosexual orientation. But really, the freakiest part is the eyes.
As Katherine said, "Her eyes look freaky." Katherine also thought it was "weird" that the doll is wearing a cross necklace in every photo and that there were God books for sale in the back of the catalog. But I think I understand the marketing behind this American Girl knockoff. The company's slogan is "Books and dolls with a purpose." There are four Christian charities that "a portion of every product sale is directed to." I'm guessing that this is a counter attack against American Girl for donating to Girls, Inc.--an organization that conservative groups believe promotes abortion rights and (gasp!) acceptance of homosexual orientation. But really, the freakiest part is the eyes.
