Grace's summer shopping trip at AG!!

Grace was so excited when AG came out with lot's of pretty new things for her!!  She just had to come to the store with me to check them out! Summer shopping sprees are always fun!!

Grace couldn't wait to see all of her new things!  First though, she went over to sample some of her goodies at her patisserie!  "Mmmm...these are magnifique!!  Just what I needed after a long car ride!"

Grace ran over to see her new sightseeing outfit!  "Oooh I love it!!" she squeeled delightedly "We have to get this!!"

Next, Grace went over to look at her new hair accessories.  "These are sooo pretty!! Look at all the bows!!" Grace carefully selected a box from the display.  "I just love shopping!!"

Grace went over to a table  where they had spatulas on display.  "Look! These spatulas have my name on them!!"

Next, Grace went to say Bonjour to Kaya.  "I love your new pow-wow dress Kaya!!" she exclaimed.  "Thank you Grace!" said Kaya.  Kaya even let Grace pet her horse  

Grace spotted Julie standing with her new vanity and bed.  "Julie! I love your vanity!! May I try it?"

"Sure Grace!!" said Julie "It's really groovy!!"

Grace checked her hair and played with the lights on Julie's vanity.  "This is tres magnifique!!  We have to bring this home for Julie and Ivy!!"

 

Grace went over to sit on Kit's new bed.  "This is so fluffy!!  I love your bed Kit!!"

Josefina looked so pretty in her new nightie!!

"Bonjour Josefina!!"

"Hola Grace!!"

 

Grace must have been a little tired from traveling and shopping.  She wanted to try out all the new beds! "I love your bed too Addy!!"

"Thank you Grace!" said Addy, holding her lantern "Sometimes it gets dark in this corner!"

"Ohhh, I see.  Well, it's good you have your lantern!" said Grace

Next, Grace went over to Rebecca, who was standing with her new bed.  "Your bed is beautiful Rebecca!!  And your kitties are adorable!!"

"Meow Meow!!" said the kitties when Grace petted their little heads

 

 After trying out all the new beds, Grace and I went upstairs to see the new Truly Me things!  "I love this new desk!!" said Grace  "Only, I'm not sure I want to go back to school yet...."

Some dolls were playing at recess, so Grace went over to play too!  "Look! I found a baseball bat!!  Batter up!"

Grace had a lot of energy after trying out all the beds!  "Yay!! I'm a cheerleader!!" exclaimed Grace picking up some pom poms.  She cheered on a doll who was jumping rope!

Next, Grace spotted the new Frankenstein Halloween costume!  "Woah!! Look at that hair!!" she exclaimed "I could be French-enstein!!"

After looking at everything upstairs, Grace and I returned downstairs to pay for everything.  "This has been a very successful shopping spree!!" said Grace, loaded down with her bags

Outside the store, Grace saw this pretty outdoor cafe that reminded her of Paris!  "This is so pretty!!" she exclaimed strolling past

"What a wonderful shopping trip!!" exclaimed Grace  "I can't wait to come back and do it again!!"

The End

 

Samantha's and Nellie's Bike Ride in the Park!!

It was a lovely, sunny summer day, and Samantha had just received her new bicycle!!  She couldn't wait to go to the park to try it out!!

Samantha and Nellie, wearing their special bicycle outfits, couldn't wait to get started! (This is also one of the only times they are allowed to wear pants, so it was exciting!)  Samantha hopped on her new bike, eager to set off.  "I love my bicycle!!" she exclaimed

"Goodbye Samantha!!" called Nellie "Have fun!!"  

"Woof Woof!!" added Jip excitedly

 

Samantha zipped off!  "Wheee!!"

Samantha rode all over the park!  "This is so much fun!!" she exclaimed happily

After her ride, Samantha returned to Nellie and Jip.  "Okay Nellie, it's you turn!  I'll help you get started!"

Nellie has never ridden a bike before, so she was a little wobbly getting on.  But Samantha helped steady her.  "Woah!!" said Nellie a little nervously

"Okay Nellie! I'll give you a push to get started!" said Samantha 

"Whee!! Here I go!!" cried Nellie excitedly "I hope I don't fall!!"

"Woof Woof!" barked Jip encouragingly

"Yayy Nellie!! You're doing it!!" cried Samantha

"I am!!" exclaimed Nellie "This is so much fun!!"

After their bike ride, the girls explored the park a little.  "Wow!  It's so pretty here!" said Samantha

The girls posed for a picture together. "Best friends forever!!"

"Woof Woof!!" agreed Jip

"Look Nellie!! Someone else must be riding their bicycle today too!" said Samantha as they passed another bike

"That's a big bicycle!!" exclaimed Nellie

The girls walked over to the pond. "Look Nellie! Tadpoles!!" exclaimed Samantha

"Wow!!" said Nellie

"Woof Woof!!" barked Jip excitedly

"Don't Scare them Jip!!" said Samantha

 

When they were done exploring, the girls sat down in the shade under a tree.

"What a wonderful day bike riding at the park!!" said Samantha happily "I can't wait to come back!!"

The End

 

 

Grace's Vacation Part 3: A day at the Beach!!

Grace was so excited for her first "beach day"!!  It was a beautiful, sunny day and she couldn't wait to go out and have some fun in the sun!!

Grace, wearing her new bathing suit, rushed down the stairs to the beach along with Bon Bon and mini Grace.  "This looks like the perfect day to play on the beach!" she exclaimed "Woof Woof!" agreed Bon Bon, eager to play with Grace's beach ball.  "The ocean is sooo big!!" exclaimed mini Grace

Grace had sooo much fun!  She played in the sand, played fetch with Bon Bon and her new beach ball, and even explored some rocks on the beach!  "I love the beach!! Don't you Bon Bon??" "Woof Woof!" said Bon Bon ( but I think she wanted to play with the beach ball some more! ;-)

Splashing in the waves was the best part!  "Wheee!! Look at me!! I'm a mermaid!!" cried Grace happily

After playing in the water, Grace decided to take a dip in the pool.  "This looks nice!" said Grace "And I have it all to myself!!"

After her swim, Grace, mini Grace, and Bon Bon relaxed on the deck.  "Ahhhh" sighed Grace happily "This is so relaxing! I wish I could play on the beach every day!!"

 

Later...

That evening was our last night at the beach. As the sun was setting, Grace went for a walk on the beach.  The waves were rolling gently on the shore, and the sky was turning lovely lavender and blue colors.  

"I just love walking on the beach!!"

Grace felt so nautical!  She wanted to have her picture taken on the deck!

Grace and I were sad that our vacation was ending.  We had had so much fun together!  But I promised Grace that we would come back!  Grace waved to the ocean.  "Au revoir l'ocean!"  I can't wait to come back again!!

The End

Grace's Vacation Part 2: My Birthday!!

The next day, Grace and I woke up to beautiful sunshine.  It was my birthday!!  And our first day at the beach!  Grace was so excited to spend the day with me...and see what presents I got!! ;-)

Grace got all dressed up in her fancy new pink dress.  When she saw all of the presents, she rushed over to examine them.  "Ooohh!!" she squealed excitedly "I hope some of these are for me!!"

Grace was so excited!  She didn't know which present to open first!  "These all look so pretty!" she exclaimed "Hurry!! Let's open them!!"

 

Grace finally decided on the first present to open.  It was a lovely new butterfly dress for her!! "I love it!!" she exclaimed "It even has a matching bow!!"

 

"Hmmm...maybe this one next??"

Grace's biggest surprise came when she opened her next present.  As she opened the box, a furry little head jumped out at her. barking happily.  "BON BON!!!!" exclaimed Grace  I think they were both happy to be together again!

Grace wanted to take Bon Bon outside.  "I love you Bon Bon!!" exclaimed Grace "I think she really likes the ocean!!"

Grace had so much fun opening all of my (her) presents!  "I just love birthdays!!" she exclaimed  "Woof Woof!" agreed Bon Bon

After we opened all of our presents, Grace and I decided to go for a walk on the beach.  It was such a beautiful day!!  "This is so beautiful!!" exclaimed Grace "J'adore l'ocean!!" 

Grace found some beautiful pink flowers outside our hotel and wanted to have her picture taken next to them! "These are so pretty! And they match my dress!!"

 

 Soon it was time to have birthday cake!!  "Mmmm yummy!" exclaimed Grace "This looks delicious!!  Joyeux Anniversaire Mary!! Happy Birthday!"  (Thank you Grace!!)

 

Grace and I on our special day! Grace made all my birthday wishes come true!!  We can't wait to spend another special day together tomorrow!!

The End

 

Grace's Vacation Part 1!!

Grace is so excited!!  I told her that for my birthday, we were going on a little vacation to Cape Cod Massachusetts, and on the way, we would be stopping at American Girl store!! This is her first vacation, and her first time to the beach!  Grace couldn't wait to pack, and see what adventures were in store!!

The day before our trip, Grace started working on her packing.  "Hmmm...Let's see.  Bathing suit, beach ball, sunglasses, sunscreen, extra bows, my towel...am I forgetting anything??"

Finally, the big day had arrived!  Grace and I got up early.  Soon it was time to load the car.  Grace hurried out with all her suitcases, (I'm not so sure she packed lightly!)

"Ooh!! I'm so excited!!" exclaimed Grace "Hurry mini Grace!!"

"Phew!" panted mini Grace "I'm coming Grace!  But can I get a little help??"

 

After a long car ride, we reached American Girl!!  Grace was excited to do some shopping!  She stopped to try out the new sailboard.  "This looks like fun!" She exclaimed  "Can I get one to use on the ocean??"  (I reminded her that she didn't really know how to use one!) 

Next, we went upstairs where Grace got her ears pierced!! Grace was a little nervous at first, but I told her it would be very quick.  When she was all done, Grace had beautiful new earrings!!  "I love them!!" she exclaimed happily

 

Grace loved showing off her new earrings!  Ooh la la Grace!!

Grace loved stopping in her patisserie!!  

Next, Grace went over to say Bonjour to Caroline at her treat table. "These look yummy Caroline!!  May I try one?" (All the traveling had made Grace a little hungry!)

And speaking of traveling, Grace had to check out Julie's car! "Hi Grace!"  said Julie "Do you want to go for a ride?"

"Ooh yes!" excalimed Grace (I think Grace really likes road trips!)

Then it was time to do a little shopping.  Grace helped me pick out a new outfit for Kaya. "Bonjour Kaya!  You red dress is magnefique!!  I think our Kaya will love it!"

Grace picked out the new flamingo dress for herself. "I love this!!" she exclaimed "I just need to find a matching bow to wear with it!" 

Grace saw this birthday girl and went over to play with the balloon.  "Joyeux Anniversaire Mary!!"  Awww, Merci Grace!!

Soon it was time to leave American Girl and continue on our journey.  "Au revoir American Girl!"  Grace had a lot of fun shopping!

After a few more hours in the car, we had made it!!  "Cape Cod!!" exclaimed Grace.  we unpacked the car, and walked along the deck to our room.  Grace thought the ocean looked breathtaking!!  (And very big!)

Once we found our room, Grace carried her suitcases inside.  "This looks wonderful!!" said Grace

Finally, after a long day, Grace sat back to enjoy the beautiful view of the ocean from our deck.  She couldn't wait to see what the next few days had in store!!

The End