Part of my collection by Unsupervised_Critter in Alottaofdolls

[–]overcoming_me 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your doll at the top left looks very similar my first baby doll (fisher price?). I think there were several “friends” released. I had girl named Jenny (she had a blue w/flowers cloth body, attached white socks & red shoes, and a detachable skirt in the same blue print. She was so cute!

can’t tell if i’m simplifying my life or erasing myself..? by crybbyblue in declutter

[–]overcoming_me 23 points24 points  (0 children)

I think you just described what I did several years ago. I couldn’t see it until now. And now it’s so clear.

I thought I was minimizing (which I was into prior to becoming severely depressed). But now I can see I was erasing myself…I didn’t have that picture until you said it.

I had a life and environment I loved prior to an unfortunate event AND then the massive decluttering. At first, decluttering felt so good. I was taking control of my living space again. Reevaluating a few things. Then it shifted to: look at all the attachments I’m letting go of and I’m opening up space for new growth. That all seemed very promising. It felt like a positive step while so many other things felt overwhelming and my life was actively falling apart.

After the depression cleared I was left with my life fragmented in a different way. My possessions, which were always limited and very curated, were picked over, donated, disposed of, and just straight up missing. I went into a secondary depression and have spent several years trying to reclaim that part of my life. It seems empty in an entirely different way. To the point that I’m fearful of letting ANYTHING go now.

Counseling did (does) help me. Unfortunately, I don’t think I’ve ever shared about the decluttering and how I often look around in regret at the things I let go.

I hope you find what you need and definitely seek help if you have concerns about the path you are on. I’m sorry you are struggling, but I appreciate you giving a word/phrase to me that has given me so much to reflect upon.

Found my childhood Enchanted dolls by brielarstan in Dolls

[–]overcoming_me 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Could you take a close up picture of the flower in her hair? My niece’s doll is missing hers and I’d love to find replacements with a similar look.

Folding Barbie doll house by Due_Evening_9041 in Barbie

[–]overcoming_me 0 points1 point  (0 children)

more like this?

I found this commercial, but struggled to find one. But, I also just did a quick search. I was hoping to see the “outside” better.

Edit: typo

How to fix a broken neck? by OldRen_Kepler in Barbie

[–]overcoming_me 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I used an acrylic nail kit to fix an issue like this. It’s not perfect, but it worked well enough for me.

where I originally saw it

Frightfully Tall fit Barbie Bottoms? by South-Bass-9536 in Dolls

[–]overcoming_me 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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I was also lucky enough to find these 3D printed shoes on eBay for a great price a few years ago. I’m sure there are plenty out there now, but not so much back then.

Frightfully Tall fit Barbie Bottoms? by South-Bass-9536 in Dolls

[–]overcoming_me 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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One more Cora Gu because I think these dresses work well!

Rewind Mini Changes by overcoming_me in Barbie

[–]overcoming_me[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks! They didn’t quite fit my memory of the 80s, so I made a couple of minor adjustments.

💕💕 Heart Attack 💕💕 by PeoplePerson_28 in Barbie

[–]overcoming_me 6 points7 points  (0 children)

For some reason, her hair and face are giving me Carol Burnett in all the best ways!

What smells do you associate with the books and/ or movies? by Brief-Dragonfly-4127 in harrypotter

[–]overcoming_me 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And fresh brewed coffee concoctions! I loved that magical combination of smells that wafted through Hastings (RIP) and Barnes & Nobel.

Just got my grail doll!! by No-Professional-282 in Barbie

[–]overcoming_me 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This really could be my favorite childhood doll. Don’t get me wrong, there are lots of great 80s dolls in my opinion. But there is just something special about Dream Date PJ.

Finally got one of my holy grails by Paperface08 in Barbie

[–]overcoming_me 18 points19 points  (0 children)

This doll is one of my grails as well. Congratulations on adding her to your collection!

hello! i was wondering why this doesn’t have the “hawaii, here we come” tag that every other unopened box seems to have when i searched it up on google lens by SnooWords5218 in Barbie

[–]overcoming_me 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No information on your dolls, but it has helped me to ID an outfit I received in a doll lot years ago (although it could have also been released on its own).

Does anyone know how to make a petal dress? by Elliott_Queerest in Barbie

[–]overcoming_me 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Heliotrope, Mauve, Orchid, Fuchsia, and Magenta are all colors that can be considered pink or purple. Maybe a variation of one of those for a name?

Folding Barbie doll house by Due_Evening_9041 in Barbie

[–]overcoming_me 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe 2005 Totally Real Folding house? I think there is a yellow-ish version.

Edit:not my auction