Sad news on the nostalgic doll front. I’ve just learned that Kirsten, my favorite American Girl doll, has been “retired”.

I think the sub-head on this article pretty much says it all:

“Parents and young adults left upset, while kids move on to newer dolls.”

It’s so true – I’m genuinely sad for Kirsten! She was always my top AG because her name was so similar to mine and she was a pioneer girl (hello, Iowa! Living History Farms!)

Sadder still, after reading the article I now know that Samantha was retired last year! How could they discontinue Samantha? I feel as though she was the rock of the American Girl clan. I actually never owned an American Girl doll (too expensive) but read the books cover to cover, many, many times. What is this world coming to?!

Aaanyways. I may have gone a little overboard on the packing front. My bag went from this:

To this:

Struggling!!

I just pulled the main flap over and pretended that it was all closed up. She’s now sitting patiently amongst my work out bag (there’s a gym where we’re staying!) and toiletries bag. All we need now is Ben. Doot-da-doo…come on Ben! I’m ready to get this party started!

Next stop, Denver.

Oh! How could I forget? It’s time to announce the Food Should Taste Good chip giveaway winners!

Package 1: A “Holiday” themed pack of Food Should Taste Good chips:

Missy Maintains: The sweet potato please!!

Package 2: 24-mixed case of 1.5 oz Food Should Taste Good chips

Lauren: These are by far my favorite of all chips. I LOVE the sweet potato and buffalo, but I am dying to try the Cinnamon. I have yet to see this flavor in my store. I am crossing my fingers and toes because I want to win this one soo bad!

Congrats ladies! Email me at iowagirleats@hotmail.com with your mailing adress, and we’ll get these right to you!

Alllrighty! It’s time to hit the highway. Denver or Bust!

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What were your favorite toys growing up?

I really liked care bears and, of course, Barbie!