This is a follow-up to an earlier post titled, “Dear Sophie, Get Over Yourself.”
Dear Sophie,
I want to make a formal apology for the poor review I gave you a few months ago. If you would be so kind, please allow me the opportunity to explain myself.
You see, I believe the timing was a bit premature when I first introduced you to Annie. She was only four months old. How could I have expected her to connect with you when the only thing she seemed interested in connecting with at the time was my boob? How silly of me.
I know that I called you boring, but when I look back on it, I think Annie was the boring one. I mean really, what does a four month old do that is that interesting?
Then there is the business of me poking a little fun at you for being French. You know, the French have some very nice qualities. Plus, it’s safe to say that some of the finest wine, cheese, and baked goods have come out of your country. Thank you for that, by the way.
Remember how I didn’t think it was that big of a deal that you are organic? Well, it turns out that I’m actually relieved that you are organic. Watching Annie try to -what can only be described as- gnaw your face off with her iron gums, it is reassuring to know that you aren’t going to poison her little body with any chemicals.
Finally, I’m sorry I compared you to the three pack of dogs toys sold at Costco. You are so much more than that. You are my saving grace. The thing that keeps me, and Annie, from falling into the fiery pits of teething hell. You have been there for me in the darkest of times. You have been my rock, my savior, and the one person I can count on to really pull through for me.
My dearest Sophie, please forgive me.
Yours Truly,
Morgan
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I, too, bowed at the alter of Sophie. She's pricey but worth every penny!
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September 21st, 2010 at 1:55 pm
I think I'm in love. Now I'm so freaked out about loosing her though. They sell little Sophie harnesses on Esty. I think I might need to get one. As if she didn't cost enough already, now she needs accessories. She is SO high maintenance.
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The Little Hen House Reply:
September 21st, 2010 at 1:55 pm
I think I'm in love. Now I'm so freaked out about loosing her though. They sell little Sophie harnesses on Esty. I think I might need to get one. As if she didn't cost enough already, now she needs accessories. She is SO high maintenance.
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Adorable post. Because I read it in a filter and having not known this creature I kept waiting for the other shoe to drop. So cute to see the pic.
And yes, my hippy all organic mother also gave this delightful toy to her daughter.
Maybe we'll have need for one of these in our house one of these days.
And girl, you can write…so well done!
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The Little Hen House Reply:
September 21st, 2010 at 1:54 pm
I'm going to send you a brand spanking new Sophie when the time is right. It will be very soon, very soon..
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The Little Hen House Reply:
September 21st, 2010 at 1:54 pm
I'm going to send you a brand spanking new Sophie when the time is right. It will be very soon, very soon..
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You are too funny. I can't even tell you how many toys I've bought and not found useful for months! Those damn toy makers don't know a thing about what age they are really appropriate for! Hee hee hee
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The Little Hen House Reply:
September 21st, 2010 at 1:53 pm
I have a serious issue with the age recommendations. Especially with the electronic toys for older kids. Maybe Emma's just slow to get on the computer thing, but she has zero interest in any of those lap tops or computer games for kids. Well, that isn't totally true. She likes them if they make noise and play music. Oh, and if they have any of the Disney Princesses on them. Those damn princesses….
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The Little Hen House Reply:
September 21st, 2010 at 1:53 pm
I have a serious issue with the age recommendations. Especially with the electronic toys for older kids. Maybe Emma's just slow to get on the computer thing, but she has zero interest in any of those lap tops or computer games for kids. Well, that isn't totally true. She likes them if they make noise and play music. Oh, and if they have any of the Disney Princesses on them. Those damn princesses….
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HAHAHA – ah finally giving Sophie her due. Drew still likes her… though not so much for teething as to mash her into a ball to make her squeak. Hey, whatever works.
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The Little Hen House Reply:
September 21st, 2010 at 1:50 pm
Even Emma plays with her! I think my girls just like to play hard to get. I'm teaching them early.
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The Little Hen House Reply:
September 21st, 2010 at 1:50 pm
Even Emma plays with her! I think my girls just like to play hard to get. I'm teaching them early.
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Every time I see that stupid giraffe (which is often, annoyingly) I think of your Sophie-hate-post and smugly pat myself on the back for not having purchased her.
Now what am I going to do.
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The Little Hen House Reply:
September 22nd, 2010 at 7:00 am
You have no idea how hard it was to admit my mistake. I tried really hard to deny the power of Sophie, but she has us all under her spell. Stay strong sister!
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The Little Hen House Reply:
September 22nd, 2010 at 7:00 am
You have no idea how hard it was to admit my mistake. I tried really hard to deny the power of Sophie, but she has us all under her spell. Stay strong sister!
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oh how i so wanted my son to have a love affair with Sophie. We tried, introducing the two at the best of times. But he wanted nothing of her. He would toss her across the room, run over her with his truck, toss her out the window on the interstate. Yes, it was ugly. So i did what any good mom would do…let him continue to chew on my very nonorganic made in china cell phone.
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September 22nd, 2010 at 2:20 pm
I felt like such a "pusher" trying to get Annie to take to Sophie. I don't know if it was all my effort or if she just came around on her own accord, but I'm so glad they finally made a love connection. Maybe there is still hope for you guys!
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The Little Hen House Reply:
September 22nd, 2010 at 2:20 pm
I felt like such a "pusher" trying to get Annie to take to Sophie. I don't know if it was all my effort or if she just came around on her own accord, but I'm so glad they finally made a love connection. Maybe there is still hope for you guys!
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Sadly and embarrassingly I can top Sophie. And if I had a baby now I’m sure I would own a Sophie.
But I have 2 (count ‘em 2) sterling silver man in the moon rattles from Tiffany and Co. Because I bought one for son #3 (they didn’t make them when son #1 & #2 were babies) but when we were expecting the princess I had to buy her one. She couldn’t possibly use the one that had her brother’s teeth marks in it, could she?
And hers is engraved with her initials. For extra cost of course. I’m not price dropping here, but let’s just say Sophie is a cheap French whore comparatively.
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Lucas loved Sophie right from the get go, six months ago.
Now, that poor giraffe is at the bottom of his toy bin just waiting patiently to be played with again.
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There were too many Sophies being mixed up & passed around our various playdates so I opted for the mushroom version of Sophie instead. The pink one has 2 knobs on her head, the blue one has 1 knob, and the greenish-yellowish one has a loop, which I found perfect for connecting to links so it doesn't get tossed out of reach
Funny fact: recently I watch "Three Men & a Baby" and there is a scene with Ted Danson purchasing Sophie from a newsstand, but the other guy thought she was a dinosaur???
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Just found your blog after trying to figure out how to do blog buttons. Had to laugh at this post!
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