You're Such a Doll

She knew she was quite a doll

... especially with that feathered hat ...

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And her gown of pink ruffles and sparkly silver thread
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She knew she was worth more than the $4.50 price tag

placed upon her by the thrift store clerk,

even though her dress was torn and needed washing.

She knew in her heart she was a princess

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Worth more than she first appeared when found by the

woman who frequents thrift stores and flea markets,

looking for treasures rejected by others.
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Although she was a bit worried about the two dogs

that for some strange reason this woman also loved.

Especially this one, known throughout the land

as a dog who loves to rip things to shreds.

(don't hurt me oh please don't hurt me,

I command you as your princess do not hurt me!)
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(Whew, that was a close call!!!)
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I much prefer pretty flowers over dogs with teeth
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Or, just standing in the light ~ striking a pose
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And it is important that I keep my lovely nails unchipped
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It's not always easy being a princess

But somebody's gotta do it.

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This lovely doll, found at a thrift store last week

for under $5. All she needed was a little cleaning

and some repairs of her torn and tattered dress and gloves.

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I haven't tried to discover anything about her yet

but would love to know how old she is.

I am guessing she was made around 1950.

Her body is something like soft plastic.
And she needs some shoes.

(don't we all???)

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If anyone knows anything about her, I'd love to know!

I am delighted to give her a new home.

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Have you found any great treasures lately?