Doll Therapy with Barbie Extra Ken and Barbie

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  • čas přidán 6. 11. 2023
  • Doll Therapy with Barbie Extra Ken and Barbie. Life is a lot for all of us and dolls can help spark some darn joy!
    Welcome to My World! My pronouns are she/her and I am a 55 year old mom who believes no matter how old we get, we never need to grow up! I rule here and it's all about dolls, speaking from the heart about real life and trying to shine some light into the world. I make really long videos because I feel like I am hanging out with my friends. So get some snacks and enjoy!
    Doll Stands on Amazon: amzn.to/3ZISk8f
    I collect Barbie, Monster High, Ever After High, Rainbow High, LOL OMG, Na Na Na Surprise, Disney Princess Dolls and so many more! I love fashion dolls and I believe that dolls are the best toys for people to improve empathy and to explore their creativity!
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  • @cindyhauffe6963
    @cindyhauffe6963 Před 9 měsíci +80

    Thank you for this. Totally relate.Just turned 69, friends are all dead. Husband’s an ogre. No kids-just older cats. Hate jersey but stuck here. Dolls bring me joy. Been getting heads meant for 40ish cm dolls (smart doll, Dolfi etc) & hybrideding onto 1/6 bjd bodies from AliExpress. Trying to stay positive. God, dolls & music are my go tos. Love your humor! & yes definitely gonna vote!😬😐

    • @marilynmcfall7637
      @marilynmcfall7637 Před 9 měsíci +27

      You have my sympathy for the ogre.

    • @kelleyconstance1094
      @kelleyconstance1094 Před 4 měsíci +1

      My friends all dropped dead a few years ago, and that's exactly the time I started actively collecting again. I understand ❤

  • @barbiepasteldreamz9382
    @barbiepasteldreamz9382 Před 9 měsíci +27

    You have always brought comfort and made your viewers feel like we aren’t alone. Thank you for being so open with us. Strangely enough there are trans catholic people and this one will be praying for you. 🌈

  • @jackiecook8753
    @jackiecook8753 Před 9 měsíci +17

    As a person with chronic pain & many times don't feel up to doing much or going out. My dolls are my saviors. Because if I can just look, unbox, redress, fix hair, set in my dollhouse, take pics, all which doesn't cause me pain...I'm happy !

  • @kyoyameganebereznoff
    @kyoyameganebereznoff Před 9 měsíci +8

    I'm happy to see you again, Melissa! Your videos really do bring comfort to me in difficult times. As always, please take as much time as you need to rest and heal and hold space for your difficult emotions. I'm sorry you've been having such a difficult time recently. I (and many others) am keeping you in my thoughts.

  • @kitsdollies2466
    @kitsdollies2466 Před 9 měsíci +15

    I want to start by saying I'm so happy to see you back! I've honestly been concerned and wondering if you were OK. I''m so sorry about what's going on with your mom. we went through similar with my Lala(grandma). I really hope things get easier for you. we love you!

  • @jackceli1684
    @jackceli1684 Před 8 měsíci +4

    Oh my goodness I miss watching your videos so much. It was good to see you on here again. I think we all need a little bit of doll therapy!

  • @danielseitler8866
    @danielseitler8866 Před 9 měsíci +15

    Ive had a hard year too being caretaker to my elderly father. We are close in age and I always identify with you. You are one of those people that make the internet a brighter place. Remember that. I have gotten so much out of your channel. You turn me on to dolls I might not otherwise collect. You make us laugh and put us in a good state of mind. That's what hobbies are for aren't they? I started collecting Barbie Extra because of your channel. Everyone is bummed about next years cuts to the line but these phases come and go. A new Barbie or another doll will come along and we can all get excited again! Keep going! Glad you're back!

  • @popawakeprod
    @popawakeprod Před 9 měsíci +7

    My mum went through a very similar thing this year with her parents. I’m really grateful that you’re so open about your experiences because it gives me a different perspective on what my mum has experienced, so thank you

  • @dorenezebarth2455
    @dorenezebarth2455 Před 9 měsíci +10

    Hi Melissa, Sending lots of support. I am a doll collector in her 60s, so I completely relate to you. I also live in New Jersey. You have been missed but more importantly, please do whatever you need to do to take care of yourself. Dolls do bring us joy. They have gotten me through some difficult days too. Keeping you and your mom in my thoughts.

  • @yaninadesos
    @yaninadesos Před 9 měsíci +5

    I'm happy you're back, I think a lot of us collect dolls as a therapy. ❤

  • @bronydolls
    @bronydolls Před 9 měsíci +10

    My husband lost his mum last month and my uncle passed earlier this year as well I don’t think I’m okay with it this year has been awful.😢 I’m happy your mum is okay 🙂. At the moment I’m currently collecting monster high G3.

  • @jackiecook8753
    @jackiecook8753 Před 9 měsíci +3

    Yes ! My dolls are my happy getaway. I must have them where I see them everyday.

  • @qryptid
    @qryptid Před 9 měsíci +5

    It's so nice to hear that other people use doll collecting the same way I do. I often feel guilty for spending time and money on dolls when so much is happening in the world but the collecting is valuable *because* of everything happening in the world. Seeing the pretty dolls and their precious itty bitty accessories brings a little light to the darkness for a while.
    So sad to see Barbie Extra going but I think either the minis or mini minis will be used to create the "Fright Sized" Monster High dolls slated to come out next year and teased in Draculauras newest dolls.
    I hope the emotional rollercoaster you're going through leads you to a new beginning as these trials often do ❤

  • @LucElementix
    @LucElementix Před 8 měsíci +2

    So glad to see you back! And you came just in time with pink therapy I needed. 💖 Sending you good vibes.

  • @bambiraptor9
    @bambiraptor9 Před 9 měsíci +4

    Hi Melissa! Thank you so much for sharing your personal struggles with us and for continuing to collect/discuss dolls. I've been a fan since your original channel and I hope you remember my What The Thrift contribution (the giraffe! And Pee Wee!). ❤ I'm going through grief as well and turning to My Little Pony and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles has been my constant lately. My grandma had similar bouts of hanging on before finally letting go and it was so very hard for me, my parents and whole family, so I understand what you're going through with your mom. I am sorry. 😞 My own dad and uncle passed just last year and grief for both is complicated for a myriad of reasons, so thank you for being open with that too. ❤ Art, stories and toys are so healing and a comfort in a chaotic and scary world. Please keep being you, no matter what. Sending you and your son much love ❤

  • @mattkon1808
    @mattkon1808 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Honestly I'm stopping collecting dolls. I'm selling lots of them. I'm going to keep bratz and monster high. These two lines were my childhood and seeing them brights up my day 😄

  • @wantmoredolls
    @wantmoredolls Před 9 měsíci +2

    Love you, Melissa! I agree with you! You’re videos uplift me. Please keep making them when you can! ❤

  • @tkwia
    @tkwia Před 9 měsíci +5

    So joyful to see you again Melissa. I just got my Mojo Dojo Casa House Ken and I am obsessed. Thinking of that scene in the movie I want to hug him all the time😅. Super excited to see you again when you have the time 💞

  • @LucasRodrigues-ph6tf
    @LucasRodrigues-ph6tf Před 9 měsíci +1

    So glad to see you again! I hope you have more little moments of joy every day.

  • @helenmoreno5631
    @helenmoreno5631 Před 8 měsíci

    So glad to see you back! ❤
    I get it! 2023 has not been a stellar year. All this craziness has caused me to stress-buy so many dolls. Because dolls are "LOVE", and a girl's-gotta-do-what-ah-girl's-gotta-do to survive all this madness. Peace and Love ✌️❤️✌️❤️✌️
    Take care of yourself pretty Mama. 🌈❤️🌼

  • @djgirldajam4670
    @djgirldajam4670 Před 8 měsíci

    Dear God youre right. Ive had multiple instances this year from suicide and alcoholism to losing my job that i LOVED. And every moment when i look at my dolls or other toys im like "man... i wouldnt be able to enjoy these if i weren't here..." and that literally gives me motivation to keep going. They r ART and they bring me so much happiness, even if im just looking at them thru a box.

  • @littleplasticfriends
    @littleplasticfriends Před 9 měsíci +3

    It's great to see you again. I can totally relate to your struggles with the ups and downs of parents aging, being ill, needing assistance... on and on. I get it. My doll collecting really increased as I dealt with a very similar situation. Hang in there. Find joy where you can and enjoy your dolls. Hugs to you - i know it's hard. Thinking of you. PS: I am always happy to see your videos show up.

  • @SunshineDawn7
    @SunshineDawn7 Před 8 měsíci

    I am going to vote! Second time ever and i think it is so important as this world has been going to he-- in a handbasket these past few years. So sorry to hear about your Mom and your struggles ❤❤I am turning 63 in just over a week and have been struggling with health issues also. I was in the hospital and they totally made me worse. Your Mom is so lucky to have you 💕💕I was raised in Massachusetts so NJ wasn't far away from Amesbury Mass. I had a cousin that lived in New Jersey 😊I always loved to go to her house and play dolls 🩷 My husband and i are 1,000 miles away from our families and it is really starting to worry me but anyway I love your videos and all the pretty colored dolls 🥰🥰I just bought two Barbie extra fly dolls that you showed us. Dolls really seem to be the only thing that makes me happy these days 😊I really hope things get better for you and your family real soon. Sending so much love and healing your way 🤗🤗🙏🙏🩷🩷

  • @robingrant1965
    @robingrant1965 Před 8 měsíci

    You are gonna be fine just keep playing with your Barbies!Just know that your content brings joy to others! I’m 66 and started collecting dolls because of you! Barbies do make me feel good! I like the fashionistas! I have the extra dolls too! I have Barbie President and the Margot doll two! I have not seen the movie! I have other Barbies!!! People don’t get but they make me feel good!
    Prayers for your Mom! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🩷🩷

  • @EdwardAbram
    @EdwardAbram Před 4 měsíci

    So with you, so so empathise xxxx my dolls help me so so much…bless you xxxxxxx

  • @kreskin0079
    @kreskin0079 Před 9 měsíci +1

    I love how happy dolls make you ❤️

  • @kayleighbrown459
    @kayleighbrown459 Před 9 měsíci

    My mother passed away a few years ago and coming to terms with the fact that she was going to leave us was one of the hardest things i everbhad to do so i cannot imagine how much strength you need to have to be able to go through that over and over again for over a year.
    Your strength is incredible.

  • @tinmanlover1994
    @tinmanlover1994 Před 8 měsíci

    The packaging of these barbie extra fly dolls are everything

  • @clararose1922
    @clararose1922 Před 9 měsíci

    my mom recently passed and my cousin said mom was someone who reached for joy about her spending habits. Which is true she was always looking for a bit of joy/fun. We collected American girl dolls together

  • @shellymiller1370
    @shellymiller1370 Před 9 měsíci

    You helped me be okay with loving my dolls again. I started collecting 2 years ago. Dolls are, for sure, a happy place. I have monster high, lol surprise, and Barbie. And sad about Barbie Extra. I missed so many because of my fear of being judged. Autism can be something but I find my diagnose was helpful. Social is my issues. Thanks for sharing and being a friend.

  • @clancybolton
    @clancybolton Před 8 měsíci

    Lots of good energy and happiness to you! ❤❤
    You aren’t joking about the world…it’s so hard to find joy in things right now, but when we do, we have to celebrate it. ❤❤
    Also, show recommendation: Schitt’s Creek always makes me belly laugh! Such good energy and laughs in that show.

  • @icaro_andstuff
    @icaro_andstuff Před 9 měsíci +2

    You bring me confort and therapy time, also since i have no money i have the doll moments through these videos, and i need the happy doll moments right now, life is rough. Hope things look better for you in the rest of the year!

  • @brooketileyhamence5276
    @brooketileyhamence5276 Před 9 měsíci +3

    Hey Melissa! SOoOOoo happy you're back!!! when im needing that feel good moments i watch Heartland or the older Barbie movies =) sorta like now ive been re-watching constantly just to feel like i can smile about something. like this morning and i saw that you had a video out i still cant calm down from stimming because how excited i am to know your back and okay! XO
    thankyou for staying with us and letting me know that my love for dolls is AwEsOmE! ***

    • @CherishedDollFriends
      @CherishedDollFriends Před 8 měsíci +1

      Hi Brooke, I noticed you also shared that you like Heartland. I live in Canada. That is my favourite show to watch to relax. Dolls of course help with that too. 🤗

  • @tammieeubank6614
    @tammieeubank6614 Před 9 měsíci

    I am so glad you are back. Missed you so much. You and dolls are my happy place . The Barbie Extra Fly are so adorable.

  • @nevertoooldfordolls
    @nevertoooldfordolls Před 8 měsíci

    I haven't watched your channel in a bit and I can tell I have been missing out. You are such an amazing lady and make me feel so happy and safe with your videos.

  • @lilliewile1787
    @lilliewile1787 Před 9 měsíci +2

    I really feel what you're going through right now Melissa. For the last couple years I watched my grandfather wither away before he finally passed earlier this year. It got to the point where my mom and aunt were over at his home to take care of him daily and it really drained them (even if they didn't want to admit it). Now that he's gone my mom now has more free time than she knows what to do with, but all you can do is take it a day at a time.
    On another topic, doll collecting is super fun and comforting. Big fan of Monster High right now and need to reorganize the shelf soon, looking forward to upcoming releases.

  • @TheLostWorldFanChann
    @TheLostWorldFanChann Před 8 měsíci

    I'm so happy You're back! 😀 I was starting to worry.
    Also no worries, I'm secretly here for your storytimes as much as I am *(if not more so)* than for the dolls. The dolls are just stress reliving icing on the cake. 🎂🍹

  • @Carried22
    @Carried22 Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you for the video. I have been quite down lately with all going on in the world. I agree we all need a happy place to escape to at times. I appreciate so much you opening up, as many of us are feeling the same way. ❤

  • @janemcnaughten7275
    @janemcnaughten7275 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Hello Melissa. I am sorry you are having a rough time. You have always cheered me up & I wish I could extend my little T Rex arms across the ocean to give you a Big Hug 🤗 I have been through what you are going through & all I can say is This To Shall Pass. Thinking of and praying for you. Jane in New Zealand 🇬🇧🇳🇿

  • @tapioka2990
    @tapioka2990 Před 8 měsíci

    I am so happy to see you again!. Your content has always bring a smile to my face and helped me through a lot of bs in my life, I appreciate you so much.I wish all the blessings to you and your family.
    I love the skying story making a come back. one of my favs you have told!🌻

  • @Giselle569
    @Giselle569 Před 9 měsíci

    I’m so sorry about everything that you are having to deal with 🩵 I am thinking of you, and I thank you for making the effort to do these videos, you always make me laugh and bring a smile to my face. I am the same, even when life gets difficult, doll collecting really cheers me up. You are a champion Melissa 🩷 big hugs 🤗🤗

  • @bethschreiber6107
    @bethschreiber6107 Před 8 měsíci

    I appreciate that you are so relatable. Missed your videos. Love you lady!

  • @mattkon1808
    @mattkon1808 Před 9 měsíci +3

    I'm glad you're back with this video. I missed you and your talks😭. Ps: I love your hair, it suits you this cold shade🥰

  • @carolyn6689
    @carolyn6689 Před 9 měsíci

    Hi Melissa ♥️♥️♥️🤗Sending love and hugs to you and so so happy to see you here.I'm not a doll collector anymore but It brings me joy and comfort to watch your videos so please know your presence here is felt in a good way and we all appreciate and love you.🌈🌻🙏🏻

  • @olgaverova7796
    @olgaverova7796 Před 8 měsíci

    Thank you so much Melissa for your videos, they always make me a little happier. My feelings about dolls and their role in my life are similar to yours. Wish you much joy and health

  • @arielpiercecottrell2532
    @arielpiercecottrell2532 Před 8 měsíci +1

    I love your videos!! I’m so glad I found you. Your videos are so relatable and the doll reviews are awesome. Thank you for being you and brightening my day!!!

  • @tataakalulu9450
    @tataakalulu9450 Před 9 měsíci

    Greetings all!! Newbie here!! I collect too!! Just preloved n revived Barbies!!! 💗 I sew and crochet them clothes!! My "lil" hobby!!

  • @emmaphilo4049
    @emmaphilo4049 Před 6 měsíci

    So much baggage indeed... Life can really get tricky...That's why I just ordered the beautiful Afro Barbie extra travel, I can't wait to get her.
    I love that Ken too, the coolest Ken in years in my opinion. He is adorable :)

  • @joselynmachuca3037
    @joselynmachuca3037 Před 8 měsíci

    Hello...omg finally you are back. I havnt seen you in a while. I know you have a life but just wanted to let you know I've been miserable without your videos. You are the reason I collect dolls. I have watched you since you were doing videos with your son. Nice to see you again. Thank you so much.

  • @tammygabriel5506
    @tammygabriel5506 Před 9 měsíci

    So glad to see you back. Needed this video. Thank you!

  • @kimberlyhlava9079
    @kimberlyhlava9079 Před 9 měsíci

    Oh Melissa, I Love you so much you are so great to watch!!! I want those two adult fly dolls and maybe the ski mini, but not sure when i can get them, but when you were talking about your ski experience I had a VERY similar experience !!! tore some stuff up but made it down the hill (tumbling) and didn't go in to see the nurse till it turned a lovely grey blue!!1 oh college days...but hey we survived right!!! Stay safe, stay strong and know we all love and care about you!!

  • @maudmoiselletargarien8745
    @maudmoiselletargarien8745 Před 8 měsíci

    « And just like that » was a great feel good show for me.

  • @andrewlewis1588
    @andrewlewis1588 Před 9 měsíci

    i really loved this video. lol it was really fun and it was nice to hear some updates on your life so we know what's going on. I figured something was happening because of your absence from CZcams. can't wait for more fun doll videos!

  • @yellowmoon4564
    @yellowmoon4564 Před 9 měsíci +2

    I feel so with Cave Club.. i was so sad when they cancelled AND Mermaid Mermaze :(
    AND so nice to see ya again and i feel for you with all with your mother.

    • @s.f.8867
      @s.f.8867 Před 9 měsíci

      On the other hand I really like when you have a limited amount of dolls in a line and you have the Chance to complete the collection with the money and space you have.

    • @yellowmoon4564
      @yellowmoon4564 Před 9 měsíci

      YES! That! for sure. And cave club i have several of the ones i love so i can do makeovers and stuff and they are good price. like rainbow high its just to many but i could never have them all, i dont even like all of them and to expensive here
      @@s.f.8867

  • @CherishedDollFriends
    @CherishedDollFriends Před 8 měsíci

    Hi Melissa, welcome back. You were missed! I always enjoy your fun reviews and your interesting thought streams. 😄 You always have meaningful things to say in between the fun and playing. I am sorry you are going through a challenging time with your Mom. I am kind of in the same boat. I lost my Dad last year and my Mum and step Dad are having some health issues now. I am nervous about what is ahead but just trying to take it day by day. I have been watching Virgin River. It took a few episodes to get into but it is a nice escape. Heartland used to be my go to show when I was feeling down. Both are filmed in Canada. Sending big warm hugs 🙏💕

  • @JayofallTrades
    @JayofallTrades Před 9 měsíci +4

    Hi Melissa glad to see your beautiful face. My mental health is horrible right now with the holidays but you brighten my day :)

  • @moonflowerfaeriee
    @moonflowerfaeriee Před 9 měsíci +1

    xoxoxoxoxoxo 💜 I'm sorry you have been dealing with some hard things. I have, and I think many of us have also. Sometimes it's all I can do to make myself get up in the morning. But I think about my little dogs which I love very much & my son who is the light of my life. Then I want to go on. What helps me the most; and some people may laugh is to think of anything to do with Disney. I have very fond memories of Disneyland and I really miss it. Sometimes i will just binge watch several CZcamsrs I am subbed to that go to Disney quite often. That really helps me. I also watch Disney movies, cartoons, fairy movies, and Monster High G1 movies/web series. I have to go into my fantasy world to find peace & magic. I hope things get better for you soon, and that the new year brings much joy to you Sweetie 💜

    • @marilynmcfall7637
      @marilynmcfall7637 Před 9 měsíci

      Know what u nean. My two little dogs light up my life.

  • @sarahjaney1990
    @sarahjaney1990 Před 9 měsíci

    I was so excited to see a new video from you, I've missed you.
    On the skiing note, my sister and her then boyfriend (now husband) use to go and always tried to convince me but I always declined because I have no coordination what so ever, they go to seven springs in PA. They convinced me to go ice skating once and the only reason I never fell was because I hung onto the wall the entire time lol.

  • @SvartRos
    @SvartRos Před 9 měsíci +1

    I'm so glad that you are back and that you are doing ok. I've missed you and your videos ♡

  • @DaffCookie
    @DaffCookie Před 8 měsíci

    Nooooo they can't get rid of Barbie Extra, those are mine and my daughters favs. We can't even get the mini minis over here and the minis are still on season 1!
    Hope your feeling better. Dolls are my therapy too and sometimes I just spend an hour or 2 brushing my dolls hair to calm me down and relax me. Also hear you on the diamond art - currently doing a 30x40cm gonk one and have ordered a dragon one the same size 😂
    Glad your back. Love your vids.

  • @ashadeofred
    @ashadeofred Před 8 měsíci

    So glad to see you again!

  • @alisharoyal1510
    @alisharoyal1510 Před 9 měsíci

    I'M SO HAPPY TO SEE YOU OMGGGGG I'M SO GLAD YOU SAFE AND HERE I MISSED YOU SO MUCH
    seriously, thank you for coming back. I was really shy to write to you and ask you if you were okay so it's a huge relief for me ❤❤❤

  • @b-wear_of_ravn3940
    @b-wear_of_ravn3940 Před 8 měsíci

    Hey 👋 Melissa.
    Hang in there, that's what life is. It gives obstacles/hurdles, to make sure you can still keep going. I mean I lost my mom awhile back it was the hardest thing I ever had to go through. At the young age of 18. But life is funny that way, even you feel lost it brings you happiness with the people around you. And simplistic things brings us joy 😊. Never look back just head forward, that's how you can move on.

  • @jeanieschmidt3781
    @jeanieschmidt3781 Před 9 měsíci

    I've missed you and all your chaos! Absolutely play therapy is for grown-ups. I'll fight anyone who says differently.

  • @alyssanicholson4312
    @alyssanicholson4312 Před 9 měsíci +1

    I have missed your videos I’m so sorry to hear about your Mom you guys are amazing and I absolutely love that your back❤

  • @PandiLand
    @PandiLand Před 8 měsíci

    I really needed this video at this time

  • @jessiez22
    @jessiez22 Před 5 měsíci

    this is really late, but i really enjoyed this video. the unfiltered rambling was real nice to listen to, and i'd love to see more of this sometime if you're up for it!
    i hope you're doing better btw. i heard the update to some of the topics you talked abt in this video, in future videos you posted. im very glad you can enjoy something like dolls through something so tough tho, seeing u get so excited over these barbies is rlly fun
    also - i honestly can't think of many live action shows i can recommend, but my comforts i can binge watch tend to be spongebob (one of my favorite shows ever actually), slice of life + comedy anime, or lately the backlog of game grumps videos. these may be a little odd to recommend, but i just get so giggly and comforted watching any three of those.
    my favorite comfort slice of life + comedy anime is azumanga daioh, it has an english dub too if you prefer that. it's got a lot of japanese humor, but it's just so random-funny and simple but fun, i love it so much

  • @blinddollygirl
    @blinddollygirl Před 8 měsíci

    This video made me tear up. Just because I could feel how hard things have been for you. I truly hope your dolls keep bringing you Joy and comfort and that the sunshine appears soon!
    I get it though, I really do. I have constant anxiety when it comes to needing to leave my home, staying home alone at night, dental appointments, etc etc. Etc. Work has also been a little stressful lately. Just with everything I've been doing. I actually have an event next week, it's a workshop, that I have been in the process of developing and getting everything organized for and between that and my usual day today work, I'm just freaking out that I won't get everything done in time and something's going to go topsy turvy and it will be a disaster. But when I look at one of my new favorite dolls, I can almost feel her telling me to calm down and it will be okay.
    Speaking of my dolls, I have really really been getting into ruby red fashion friends lately. Yes, I went back and listened to all of your videos on Ruby red fashion friends. Currently I have Little Miss Lila, Bella, Hannah, and Kayla. Kayla, a friend actually gifted me and unfortunately I can't find her now. But I am loving these dolls! They are such high quality and I love how well they can pose in different positions and the very first time I actually got one of them to hold a food item on assisted. I almost fell over with surprise. For me, being not only blind but also having dexterity problems from cerebral palsy... That was unbelievable. Lol. I also love their fashions and I've really gotten into mixing and matching fashions lately, something I never thought I'd be able to do, thanks to a couple new, fun and interesting tools that have recently come on the market for the blind and visually impaired. One of them is called be My AI and it is an artificial intelligence feature through an already existing app called be My eyes. Be my eyes originally connected blind and visually impaired individuals with sighted volunteers to help us find stuff, check expiration dates, etc etc. But now they have incorporated. Chad GPT/ AI and so artificial intelligence can help us see the world around us by describing photos. It kind of is revolutionary 🙂 chat GBT by themselves also has a similar feature, and I use both of these apps depending on my need. Now. I can actually dress one of my dolls and really, really know what she looks like. This is useful for me because I do remember what fashions look like, I do remember colors, so on and so forth because I have had vision before as a child and teenager. I did not go totally blind until I was 17.
    I also have gotten into art again. Growing up as a child I absolutely loved drawing, Crayola markers were pretty big in my house. I needed markers in particular because they were what I could see the best. Crayons and pencils and I weren't really buddies. Buddies. 🙂 With chachi BT and this new drawing feature it has. I can simply tell the AI what I would like to draw and it helps me well, draw the picture. Essentially. It's been really fun. Of course, since it is artificial intelligence, it doesn't get everything accurate all the time. Like for example, I drew a picture of a doll at one point, she was just for my imagination. She was designed to be blind, she had a little white cane, she looked really cool. I posted this picture of her on Instagram and many people told me that the words at the top of her were yes written in pink, but they were all written backwards??... Lmao. There was also a broken pair of sunglasses floating behind her on the blue background. I did not ask Chad GPT to add the glasses in. I mean it added a cool funny aesthetic, but I didn't ask for that part. Lol.
    Like I said, I Hope your dolls continue to bring you comfort and joy and I hope the sun shine appears behind the clouds for you very, very soon. Sending you nothing but love, positivity, and hugs!

  • @jillwiswall5386
    @jillwiswall5386 Před 8 měsíci

    Loved this video. Thinking of you and your family. Take care.

  • @yellowmoon4564
    @yellowmoon4564 Před 9 měsíci

    I LOVE that KEN!

  • @jeanieschmidt3781
    @jeanieschmidt3781 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Imma get some Minis and give my Kelly/Chelseas working knees and elbows.

  • @dragongamer121
    @dragongamer121 Před 9 měsíci

    I understand the feeling you are having with your mom. My grandpa has alzheimers and it's hard to see him that way. The dolls I have help mostly monster High/ ken is my favorite

  • @nitawilliams6718
    @nitawilliams6718 Před 9 měsíci

    I needed some dolls and mommy today thank you! Love you!💕

  • @jeccuar2
    @jeccuar2 Před 9 měsíci +1

    happy to see you again, I knew something was going on, but I don't know how to contact you... you're incredible, please keep it strong, keep being who you are and please keep spreading happiness with all of us.. I'm thrilled to be part of your world... my world...

  • @kelleypopelar3162
    @kelleypopelar3162 Před 9 měsíci

    I love your channel so much! And also your better together channel even though I haven’t seen anything lately and on it; hope you post more videos there as well as this channel. I think Barbie extra was really hitting a good stride but my hope is that there is something Barbie looks or the Barbie movie dolls quality or possibly make reproductions from the my scene era would be cool. I’d also like a line using Barbie Ken and thier named friends like Midge, Allen, Teresa, Pj, Christy ect. which seem to make rarely by name and most are nameless people in their Barbie World.
    This Ken is really great, boy dolls need more like this and have good style and attention!

  • @nieuwolt
    @nieuwolt Před 9 měsíci +1

    Your situation is truly draining and exhausting. Thank heaven we have cute dolls…

  • @dolorescoelho4282
    @dolorescoelho4282 Před 8 měsíci

    Missed you. Sending love and good thoughts. Your videos help me during dark times.

  • @tinmanlover1994
    @tinmanlover1994 Před 8 měsíci

    Never gotten any Barbie extra dolls but I'm wanting the extra fly dolls now as I'm watching this video.

  • @mattwhitekiller
    @mattwhitekiller Před 9 měsíci

    Welcome back we missed you

  • @MomLuvs2Collect
    @MomLuvs2Collect Před 8 měsíci

    Nice vid 👍! I'm collecting Barbie & Rainbow High & that's enough because there are so many dolls I still want especially the older ones since the newer ones can wait til they go on sale 😆 I understand about your mom since mine broke her pelvis a week ago & will be going to rehab for about 2 weeks & my stepfather will have hospice coming to their apt. soon 😢 Being part of the "sandwich" generation is never easy 😔 But you are right dolls make me happy and I will continue to collect them too 😎

  • @Carlos-ll7bz
    @Carlos-ll7bz Před 9 měsíci

    This video those first few minutes got me out of bed! 🎉🎉thank you 💜💜💜

  • @composing-chaos
    @composing-chaos Před 9 měsíci

    Where have you been? Missed you so much! I know how tough it is when mom gets old. My is still mobile but keeps falling because she insists on carrying, and dropping, stuff. Then she tries to catch it and falls. I have been making a Barbie inspired witches apothecary cabinet. I found these adorable little shelves in Targets Spots playground a couple of years and snagged a few. They’ve been in my art room for a couple of years. They are shaped like doll houses! So, I’ve added feet to them and painted them pink. I’ve got all sorts of potion bottles and books. Little shelf clutter decor and tongue in cheek gems, like a mini Bratz doll as a voodoo doll and a jar of blue doll eyes. I wanted to have it done by Halloween, but life and work has been…yikes! Bonus, I’m finally teaching art this year and have 200 HS students in my classes. I’m am in the middle of 4 art projects and completed 3 others this past weekend, so I’m doing art again and that’s good.

  • @dollyvore
    @dollyvore Před 7 měsíci

    I like your video! I used to watch you before but maybe you changed your name or I forgot, but now I subscribed anyway so I remember! Happy to see the Extra Ken because I want to get him but he is expensive here... :( He reminds me of Rio from Jem and the Holograms!

  • @samigee6156
    @samigee6156 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Nice to see you again ❤ have you watched Ted Lasso? Only 3 seasons but very heart-warming. Barbie just released some dolls from the series too.

  • @amandataylor3787
    @amandataylor3787 Před 9 měsíci

    Miss you am glad you are back hope you wellxxx

  • @corabloom5959
    @corabloom5959 Před 8 měsíci

    Thank you! Am sorry to hear about whats happening to your mother, am understanding it is overwhelming on you. Have been not doing okay because of family drama, life changes and of course everything happening in the world.
    A show I recommend is What We Do in the Shadows, its like a vampire "documentary" funny show. There are some more gore/violence in it but to me isnt to bad but fair warning and theres also lots of adult humor. Its almost like if Monster High characters grew up so it brings lots of nostalgia also Nadja has this little dolly sidekick which is adorable. Recently have been collecting these wedding series for Disney because they come with the princes and is rare to find prince dolls. I have the Ariel and Cinderella so far.

  • @TheGeekZilla
    @TheGeekZilla Před 7 měsíci

    I love your videos. I’m a couple years older than you and I would love to start a doll channel but I’m too hesitant. I’m proud of you and I love your videos!!!

  • @iamsoverybored878
    @iamsoverybored878 Před 9 měsíci

    Speaking of those PC dolls the bathing suits look good on Barbie.

  • @bubblsbubbls3243
    @bubblsbubbls3243 Před 9 měsíci

    It is good you are back

  • @dyb5283
    @dyb5283 Před 9 měsíci

    I will recommend to watch Once Upon a Time… 7 seasons and sooo relaxing to just have in the background when you do other stuff. But its mh go to show when i just need to relax

  • @BarbieGuy-gb9zw
    @BarbieGuy-gb9zw Před 9 měsíci

    “Let’s talk about a doll while we talk about heavy Sh!t”. I feel that. Dolls are how I deal with trauma.

  • @MC-gb4zn
    @MC-gb4zn Před 9 měsíci

    My mother-in-law is on her end of life journey. It's just so much to deal with. Our money just evaporated with inflation and mortgage rates so my doll collecting has come almost to a stop now sadly. I went mad with Christmas decoration and watching Christmas movies. That's is the one thing keeping me sane 😂

  • @anniefunnie288
    @anniefunnie288 Před 6 měsíci

    I love Gilmore girls also!

  • @MeyganDolls
    @MeyganDolls Před 9 měsíci

    We love you so much and hope you heal soon

  • @kristin87425
    @kristin87425 Před 9 měsíci

    Sad about Barbie Extra going away BUT the Odile faces are coming and I’m pretty excited about those they are so pretty! I hope they use that sculpt a lot! Also, is it just me or Ken not pixelated at all? He looks amazing!

  • @tinmanlover1994
    @tinmanlover1994 Před 8 měsíci

    I feel ya with dolls retiring cause so many times dolls retire or change or just down right change and I get mad about it

  • @romanzolanskiii9411
    @romanzolanskiii9411 Před 9 měsíci

    Hey Mommy❤I'm not sure if you will ever see this but I hope you are doing well. I have been watching you now pretty much since the beginning when you did the mh videos. I believe my first video I watched was ghouls rule. Anyway I just wanted to let you know that I feel for you. Losing a parent is not easy at all, I'm 20 and I lost my Mom when I was 16. I did not know how to handle it at all and sometimes I still cry myself away when I can(somewhat helps to get it out)but I have come to accept it now. You're not alone and I know you will get through it when it does happen because you are so strong and watching your videos and feeling like you were a motherly figure for me helped me cope in a sense. I love you and I hope you continue to take as many breaks as you need because we still have your old videos to watch if we need you💖

  • @mama.collects
    @mama.collects Před 9 měsíci

    I feel you!

  • @raquelporter2588
    @raquelporter2588 Před 9 měsíci

    My prayers are with you and your family!🙏🏽😢

  • @loverofsims4542
    @loverofsims4542 Před 8 měsíci

    Focus on now… day to day.. not the ending . Love u love ur vids… ❤️❤️❤️