By the way and a smidge off topic but does anyone ever wonder where the human world's Sunset Shimmer is?

I have wondered this for years. I have a couple of theories on it! But I suppose this wouldn't be the thread to discuss them in....

My opinion on the dolls is torn. I love the unique, cute clothes. I love the Sunset doll in general. Pinkie looks pretty cute, and Twilight isn't too bad. The others ... not sure what to think. I actually like the realistic route, and yet I don't like that most of the dolls have the same-ish expression. Although the old dolls often had the same expression too, but somehow it looks worse here.

After seeing the Instagram pics, Rarity looks a little better, Pinkie and Twilight still look good, Sunset looks a little more like she hasn't repented yet (but I guess she's just being Sunset), and Rainbow, Applejack, and Fluttershy still look terrible.

I'd rather not get Tempest until I see the film and decide if I like her, but oh, that gorgeous purple!

I was surprised to see Songbird! She wasn't mentioned in the email I got, I guess because she's coming later. I wonder if a lot of Sia fans will buy her even if they're not into My Little Pony, LOL. I might get her before seeing the movie, since her character seems pretty cute and I'll probably like her.

Such a sweet story! Lovely to see the family bonding over Ponies indeed! And always neat to know you weren't pipedreaming about something!

It sounds like your daughter will have an awesome birthday!

I agree on using things until they're broken. We still use CRT TVs and computer monitors, although we also have flatscreens of both as well. We use both kinds around here.

It just occurred to me that I should probably post about this. Sorry if someone else already posted it! I couldn't find such a thread when I looked.

A lot of Sears and K-Marts are closing again. If yours are on the closing list, it might be worth seeing if there's any good Pony deals. I've seen Pony stuff at both stores.

The spice rack works pretty well! Neat! Maybe I'll have to consider one of those.

So sad when people throw out things that are perfectly good. It's nice that people like you who aren't afraid of garbage can rescue them! (I wouldn't be so brave, heh.)

Interesting about the Twilight! I knew the line, but couldn't recall all her accessories. I remembered Spike, though.

I'm always a big fan of not leaving stuff in boxes. Assembling sounds fun!

Looking over your post again, I'm thrilled for you that you have Satin n Lace! Awesome! She's so gorgeous.