I HAVE RETURNED!!

I'M BACK!! I honestly feel like my last few posts were like "I'm back!" Disappears. "I've returned!" Gone again. "I'm really back this time!" Whoosh, gone. I feel terrible for that, and I hope that you all can forgive me. 

A few big things have happened to me in my absence. First, I got Felicity Merriman!! I got her August 31. I really hope to show her to you all and review her! 
Second, I turned 14! That's pretty neat. 

Honestly, typing these out, it doesn't seem all that great, but it's still neat to me.😁 I hope you'll enjoy the new and (hopefully) improved Living the Doll Life, Boy Style! It's crazy to think I've had this blog for two years! I hope you'll stick with me for a few more!

One last thing before I leave! I've got an email for my blog: oneboldblog@gmail.com, If you have anything to tell me, or even if you just want to say hi. Or, of course, you could just leave a comment on any of my posts. I'll try my best to respond quickly!

'til Next Time!  - JCole

American Barbie vs. Japanese Licca-chan

Photo Credit: The Japan Times

This is Licca-chan. She enjoys the same popularity in Japan that Barbie enjoys here in America. She came out in 1967, eight years after Barbie came out. Barbie never sold well in Japan. Licca, however, stole the hearts of Japanese children, with her big eyes and young look. She also has an extensive background.

Her full name is Licca Kayama, and she is eleven years old. She attends Shirakaba Gakuen Elementary school. Her father's name is Pierre and is a French Musician. Her mother's name is Orie and is a Japanese Fashion Designer. Licca-chan is 4 feet 8 inches tall and weighs 75 pounds (The character- not the doll. she's actually 8.3 inches) and she loves Doraemon comics (manga?)

She also had an anime based off of the Licca Kayama character, called Super Doll Licca-chan or Sūpā Dōru Rika-chan (Licca-chan is Rika-chan in Japan-they don't have the 'L' sound.)

Photo Credit: Mattel

As you all know, this is Barbie. She was introduced in 1959. She is very popular with children in America, as she has an endless wardrobe and careers, some of which might be a bit strange for a teenager, such as president or a NASCAR driver. 

She also has a bit of background information, but much of it isn't widely known. Her full name is Barbara Millicent Roberts, she is 17, and she grew up in Willows. Wisconsin, attended Willows High, and moved to Malibu, California when she was younger

Barbie has starred in several movies since 2001. Originally, they were Barbie as something, like Rapunzel, but more recent movies star Barbie herself and usually her sisters. Currently, she has a vlog on YouTube and a vlog-type show, called "Dreamhouse Adventures". 

I've taken a liking to Licca because she reminds me of Sailor Moon and Fruits Basket, my favorite anime.

This is Sailor Moon!
(Credit: VIZ Media)

What do you think? I'd love to get my hands on a Licca doll to compare to Barbie!

'til Next Time! - JCole

The Disappearance of the Doll Bloggers

I'm sorry. I keep on disappearing for months on end, without explanation. The short story is, I completely forgot. That's all there is to it. Several good doll blogs have disappeared into oblivion, or just ended, but I have no plan to stop writing. I still love dolls, I'm still a doll-obsessed teenage boy! A few planned reviews never got written, such as Skylar's Doll Hospital visit back in August, or my Malibu Barbie. I don't know if I will review those, but I've not been sucked into oblivion. I'll be writing some American Girl related posts soon, so keep an eye out for that. Thank you to the few who still come check back here. I will try my best to write more often, and not leave without warning. I hope you're having a wonderful 2019!
'til Next Time! - JCole

BeForever Molly is (kinda) Official!!

Costco. Who thought an American Girl Doll would be released at Costco?! The BeForever Molly has been released at Costco, but not anywhere else yet. She comes with her glasses (Yay!!), locket (Double Yay!!) purse (Okay), money (meh), pajamas, and a copy of A Winning Spirit. Oh, and a coupon (Y'know, why not empty your wallet, while you're at it) for Stars, Stripes, and Surprises. 

I'm so excited!! They retail for $119 (USD), and she's really cute! I've always wanted Molly, and This is a great deal, because the accessories are usually $24, and the pajamas are another $24, and so the worth of this set is $158 (You get $5 off when you buy a doll with their accessories).
You can also get Maryellen. But Molly!!!

What do you guys think about this? Do you think She'll be a Costco Exclusive, or do you think she'll eventually be sold directly from American Girl?

'til Next Time!  - JCole

Standard Barbie dolls

Standard Barbie dolls are often called Basic or Budget, because they are very basic with limited articulation, and can fit in a tight budget, as they're usually under $5. They come with a simple, slip-on dress (a.k.a. No Velcro) and simple (or in some lines, no shoes)

Note the arm shape. That means that they can only move back and forth.

The boxes are very simple, and the doll is only held in place with a rubber band around the waist. The clothes that come with these dolls are very simple, but really cute. My favorite Barbie dress I own actually came on a Standard! These dolls are nice to have, because the joints don't get loose as quickly as a Fashionista, and the cheap price makes them easy to acquire. Below is a Standard Barbie from 1967. She was cheaper than the regular $3.00. I want to say it was $1.00. I think that's what the sticker says... maybe I'll enlarge it later.

'til Next Time!  - JCole

One Year!

I can hardly believe it! I've been blogging for a year now! My very first post was I think Doll Hospital Info. I've done about fifty posts now, and my most popular posts are the ones concerning BeForever Molly. My original post has over 700 views, and my leak post and the release date one has almost 500 views each. Unfortunately, Molly wasn't released when she was supposed to, but she still has hope, as I saw a picture on Instagram of one in box, just search #beforevermolly  on Instagram and click on top posts and you should find it.

This year, Skylar got a new head for my thirteenth birthday, and so she'll be making an appearance soon, and I still need to review my Malibu Barbie. Speaking of Barbie, Mattel released a new gift set, but I only want the Barbie, so I might wait for a sale on eBay for one. I like Stacey, but Malibu Barbie has the same head and body mold as her, so it'd be the same doll in different colors. I think I like Christie's outfit best, but she looks tired. I really like the Twist 'n Turn Barbie, and this one won't have the kinky hair like my redhead...

Hey Stacey, Malibu Barbie stole your face.

I don't have a Marlo Flip TNT yet...

'til Next Time!  - JCole

My Thoughts on BeForever's "Real Stories From My Time"

This year, American Girl released a new book series in their partnership with Scholastic, called "Real Stories From My Time." It has factual information about a historical event, such as the Titanic shipwreck of 1912.  In between chapters, there is an ongoing story involving the BeForever characters. 

Oh Samantha, must you worry so much?

The Cover

In The Titanic, Samantha's story is that Nellie, Aunt Cornelia, and William are on The Titanic when it wrecks, and Samantha, Jenny, and Bridget are left to worry. Samantha recounts the time she, Nellie, Grandmary, and Admiral Beemis sailed on Queen Caroline five years prior, and her time exploring the ship. She mentions how the news is full of stories of Irish passengers. She recalls how she and Nellie uncovered the truth of how the lower-class are treated badly by the rich. The news is full of death reports, which makes Samantha even more nervous. Samantha, Bridget, and Jenny try to stay hopeful. They receive a telegram from Aunt Cornelia that she, Nellie, and William are safe, and will be home soon. 

                                                                 The End!

I haven't wanted to read an AG book in years, and so I might need to get this and The Boston Tea Party. (Gotta get Lissie's books! She's my fav next to Molly)

My only issue is that her Central Series takes place in Summer of 1904 and ends in February of 1906.  She was nine in 1904, so that means in 1912 she'd be... 17?! I'm not sure how I feel about that...

Yeah, you. Walk away.

'til Next Time!  - JCole