Melanie and Her American Girl (type) Doll

Melanie has started to get into the American Girl Doll frenzy. Although, she really isn't that frenzied. HA! Americana girl dolls are ridiculously expensive as well as their accessories. Melanie was fortunate enough to receive $100 for her birthday to use towards an American Girl Doll. However, she still couldn't afford one or accessories to go with her. After shopping around showing Melanie different dolls and trying to teach Melanie even more about frugalness versus frivolous spending she of her own accord found a doll to treasure. Sarah is Melanie's American Girl Doll that she bought with her own money: birthday money, gift card and earned money. Along with the doll Melanie was able to purchase 2 other outfits. I'm so proud of Melanie. She waited to spend her money. She shopped around for a special doll. She didn't just settle for any doll. She wanted one with just the right color hair, eyes and fashion. And she used her money wisely, seeing just how far her money could go if she looked beyond a label. LOVE IT!!! (hopefully Melanie will continue that trend into her teenage years!)