Believe it or not, I won a talent contest when I was newly 17, telling the story of "Prinderella and the Cince." I stood sideways in rags or a princess gown, depending on parts of the story, interchanging consonants and acting out the punctuation. Strangely enough I can still say much of the story from memory.
Little One, now four, is into all things princess right now. It seems, at least when I'm with her, that her favorite thing is acting out the stories. Some days it's Cinderella, and other days its Rapunzel.
Of course
The last time we babysat she was already in princess attire and ran upstairs to get the "glass slippers.""I promise, Grandma, we'll only tell it two times." (Not that I was complaining, but we have done as many as six reviews of the tale at one sitting.) And after all, this grandma gets to be: prince, gairy fodmother, stegly upsisters, the princes' courier, and sometimes mouse turned into coachman. Phew! It can be exhausting! But such a reward when the glass slipper fits! We're all smiles and twinkles in eyes!
(look how her feet have grown in a year!)
Two peutiful brincesses! Sorry, just couldn't resist!
ReplyDeleteI humbly request that you video yourself telling that story and post it on your blog!!
Best,
Bonnie
I'll add my voice to the request for a youtube version!
ReplyDeleteWhat a joy it must be to have a little granddaughter who loves glass slippers and all things princess-related. Like you, I'd be willing to 'tell it' as many times as she asks.
Dotsie,
ReplyDeleteI vote for the video too. My internet has been slower than dial-up and very expensive so my time has been limited. Going to try the internet cafe in town if this continues!
Love how little one has grown. Just charming.
Carol
Oh my goodness, yourlittle Cinderella is adorable.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE your Prinderella outfit and so cool you won that contest.
Oh I love her, she sure is a princess, she reminds me of my 5 yr. old with that princess outfit and crystal slipers!! I can see why Little One is a princess..caz of her granny, talented princess! Yes, she's grown before our eyes..please stop!!
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I loved your photo and story! My little grand daughters are both into all things princess too. I have not been getting your blog updates on my sidebar for some reason, so I was here to catch up a bit. Your tomatoes look great! I have my kitchen counters full of beautiful tomatoes too!!!!!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
kris
I think one of the best parts of being a grandmother is getting to relive some of the fun from long ago. Playing princess, telling stories, chasing balls - it's like a second chance at life!
ReplyDeleteI love those sweet shoes and the feet that fit them!
So very,very sweet .
ReplyDeleteOur little ones make our life so wonderful and filled with special moments.
You are blessed!
Smiles, Dottie
Well 'Prinderella' what a great photo of you and your dual personality. :) Your little princess is so adorable and I'm sure she enjoys the retelling of the story as much as you enjoy the telling. They grow up too fast. Enjoy! Hugs, Pam
ReplyDeleteYou mean that you did a Victor Borge routine? Oh I'd love to see it. That costume is very creative...did you make it?
ReplyDeleteI'm sure that your granddaughter simply loves play times with you!
Podso,
ReplyDeleteOh, my, goodness!!!
All this time I've been corresponding with royalty and was unaware!!! Ha! Little One is truly the "Fairest in All The Land"!!! That smile is adorable! Keep the story alive and enjoy!!!
Fondly,
Pat
I remember those days with Emma and her glass slippers. WOW about you! Have you told that story to that little one?
ReplyDeletePodso how nice. What wonderful memories in the making for the both of you. I'm sure she is going to treasure these moments shared with you forever.
ReplyDeleteOh, what treasures of moments!!! Sweet Little One seems to share some genes with her grandmother! I love ALL the photos... you and that precious Little Prinderella with her glass slippers!! Those little feet are fast growing... and I, like you, would be most content reciting the story as many times as could be enjoyed. blessings ~ tanna
ReplyDeleteThat is so sweet...your granddaughter and you.... and aren't you talented!! how original...your 'Prinderella and the Cince'. I'd like to have seen that!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun costume to wear to tell your award winning story! Your grand daughter looks so sweet in her princess outfit. My daughter always enjoyed dress up when she was little..such nice memories.
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