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June 19th, 2009
June 13th, 2009
02:12 am - Ethan's Progress
Saturday, June 13, 2009 Time Location Processed at Hong Kong - Hub - Hong Kong 08:37 Hong Kong - Hub - Hong Kong Piece 1: JD012038843040065085 Arrived at Sort Facility Hong Kong - Hub - Hong Kong 05:40 Hong Kong - Hub - Hong Kong Piece 1: JD012038843040065085 Departed Facility in Hong Kong - Hong Kong 04:37 Hong Kong - Hong Kong Piece 1: JD012038843040065085 Processed at Hong Kong - Hong Kong 03:05 Hong Kong - Hong Kong Piece 1: JD012038843040065085 Shipment picked up 23:39 Hong Kong - Hong Kong
Current Mood: ![[mood icon]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/mood/charitycam/frogs/sad.gif) tearful
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June 5th, 2009
12:50 am - 2 new boys, clothes wigs the LOT!
Many of my Doll friends have LJ accounts, so they will know much of my news. For those of you that don't know - here's a brief update. The Narin I had was successfully sold to my good friend Sue. He is absolutely AMAZING now. Even if he is refusing to tell Sue his name just now. All I know is, she loves him dearly and that's what really matters. As for me, I have a new little boy at home! I have named him Jacob Frederick,an DoD (DoC) Kirill. It seems he is a cheeky 8 year old, with a tendency to talk in a silly lazy manner, just because it he gets the giggles at my reaction! This boy is my kid, through and through.  Here he is with his din0saw! lol. Sans face-up and wig for now. I'll be taking more soon! In other news, Ethan 2 (BBB Tan Apollo) is being shipped this week! I bought him on my birthday! Finally found the most amazing wig. Yes, I finally cracked that little problem! It's a dollzone one and it's perfect!! I got it from Angelesque.co.uk (everyone needs to shop there, it's amazing!) 
Watch the next post for a Lincoln UK meet planned for August!
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October 19th, 2008
01:11 pm - 3 weeks and counting....in hospital
yes, all due ignoring ongoing aches and pains, i am langishing in hospital with a pulled tendon, spasms and a hip that randomly dislocates itself. I only have patientline internet on a keypad that is so tiny, that will lead to many typos. Lots of sites dont work, so I can't tell you how happy I was when LJ worked.
Anyway, I am progressing. Though early mornings hurt like a bitch. I have daily pysio and it helps a ton. watch incoming weeks for a report on my care. it has been patchy at best. i'm shocked really.....some of the nurses are terrible. 70 percent of them are lovely.
i miss gene and all of my dollyfriends...write to me.
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September 22nd, 2008
01:37 am - Character Casting Call
Nicked from ![[info]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif) rogue_dreams
What actors would you choose to play your dolls?. Well, I couldn't resist this! So here goes.
Gene.
There a couple of people, neither of them actors but they are real people so, it counts
The first the gorgeous Bartek Borowiec. Super gorgeous polish supermodel He has Gene's fresh natural looks and innocence! In my mind, this IS Gene!
Here is my friend Mike! He lives in San Antonio, the Irish hippy that he is. Even he agrees that he and Gene are TWINS! He keeps a picture of Gene in his Myspace and wants to take him out for a Guinness! LOL "Me little mate" He calls him... It makes me squee!
Ethan
Ok, this is easy and pretty much EVERYONE knows that Ethan, while based on my ACTUAL spirit guide. Also bares a striking resemblance to Jaye Davidson. So here are a few yummy pics!
*die*
How ever, in keeping with the brief. Here is a pic of whom I would want to play Ethan in a film. His personality is perfect and he is a sweetheart too. His name is Elyes Gabels. You might have seen him as Guppy Sandu in Holby City.
He is so genuine and darling! Just like the real Ethan!
Current Mood: sore
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July 31st, 2008
July 27th, 2008
02:54 pm - A change of heart.
I just haven't bonded with the Narin 43 at all. It makes me sad to admit but he was never really right for Ethan. The main issue is, his skin is too light. I hate to sell him, but I have seen a bobobie 60cm Light Tan that I think will be perfect! If you are interested in buying, see here:
http://www.angel-unlimited.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?p=26034#post26034
Current Mood: crushed
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June 14th, 2008
04:37 pm - wig thoughts
Ethan has been here two days now. I have to say, I love his mature face, soft smile and dinky size. That said, I can't wait for him to get a new face-up and a non slip wig cap. Also, I think he might need a re-string as he has trouble sitting up. The more I am involved in this hobby the more I'm learning, that it takes a while for a doll to "grow into" himself. When Gene first came home, he was nowhere near himself and it felt like a disaster. I wanted to cry every time I looked at him. This time, if I have a wig ping off I'm "Meh - bloody thing." I still can't get wigs on myself but, it doesn't feel like the end of the world. I am not afraid to have a go.
On the subject if the wig. It looks ok but, while it fits, it doesn't sit flush with his cap. I can fun my fingers along and feel bumps that I can push down. There's a couple of millimeters between the underside of the wig and his head. Even though the wig fits well on his ears and is fully down at the back. The way the two wig pieces are stitched together creates a raised crown and some unsightly lumps and bumps. I really wish I'd waited for a tinybear one.That or bought that one that I saw on eluts, which they don't have anymore. Maybe, once I have a non-slip cap and it's fitting better, I'll like it more. Now though, he looks like a crazed 80s rockstar and I can barely see his face, under all of it. Normally, I'd love that but not in his case.
Does anyone else know where I can get good mohair wigs from. Any places considered!
Edit : found this one, have emailed dollfair
Current Mood: ![[mood icon]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/mood/charitycam/frogs/tired.gif) apathetic
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June 12th, 2008
09:40 pm - Ethan's Home!
Welcome home
Current Mood: ![[mood icon]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/mood/charitycam/frogs/happy.gif) relieved
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01:31 am - Quick update.
I am sick with migraines, it's been a weird shitty week as regards my health. However, I wanted to update you all quick before I crawl back to bed.
Ethan's due home tomorrow between 9am-4pm. I'm so happy despite feeling like warmed up crap.
I'll take pics, promise!
That is all xx
Current Mood: ![[mood icon]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/mood/charitycam/frogs/sick.gif) sick
Current Music: my thumping brain!
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June 7th, 2008
01:44 am - Minimee rant & opinions
I know a lot of people are getting Minimee dolls, but if you don't know what they are, here's a quick rundown.
Minimees are made by dimdoll. Their promise is that they can make an individual sculpt doll head, from photographs of a real person or celebrity. I want to thank clockwork_house for showing them to me. I think they are a completely amazing idea! Minimee love, look see? That said, this post is going to be a bit of a rant.
Firstly, I want to make it clear that I love fandoms, my life is one big one. However, I cannot understand why someone would make a doll of a celebrity. Johnny Depp, David Tennant and all that. They are real living people, with lives. To me, it just seems a little stalker-ish. If I was a star and someone had made a photo realistic doll of me, I think I'd be creeped out. Character dolls are ok I suppose. Captain Jack, The Dr, Jack Sparrow.. but the actors themselves?
Also, why waste the chance to have a OOAK sculpt by having a celeb one? I mean, more than likely, you'll get bored of that star eventually. Mark my words, in five years time, there will be tons of Minimee's on e-bay. Simply because people have grown away from whatever fandom and are into something else. As a result, these heads will not have the re-sale value that others might. Simply because, that fandom is not as popular as it was and nobodies interested in it anymore.
Example: David Tennant. On DOA EVERY reference pic for the Minimee waiting room was of David as The Doctor. David is gorgeous, but he has done TONS of other stuff besides Dr Who. Blackpool, Casnanova, Takin' Over The Asylum, Rab C. Nesbitt.. to name but a few. Add to that, the fact that he won't be the Dr. for much longer.
My point is - David is not the Dr. and what happens to your lovingly made Dr./David dorrie, when you can't get your fix of the real thing on Saturday nights anymore? That's right my dears.. boredom. David was little seen on TV before he was The Doctor, granted his fan-base will forever be increased after this but still, he will probably have be be more select about the roles he takes, because studios will offer him tons of copycat stuff. That would be a good decision on his part, in my view.
So there's a David Doll in his nice suit, grinning away in 2008. Doll owner will be pondering what to do, now that there is a shiney new actor they like? Please understand, that I am in no way saying people are shallow but tastes change, it's human nature. I just don't see how these celeb portraits can have any saleability or longevity.
Now, I know I said Minimees are brilliant and yes, I still hold that they are. Make a portrait of yourself come to life, draw a character EXACTLY and boom... it's a doll and not a close mold, but the real deal. They are even good if you want to make your own doll based on pics you have seen, say in a fantasy novel. Or in my Ethan's case : You want a living reminder of your spirit guide (granted I chose to make Ethan a Narindoll.)
These examples are where Minimees can shine. Of course, this is just my opinion and I love debate, so comment please.
Current Mood: ![[mood icon]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/mood/charitycam/frogs/okay.gif) blah
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June 5th, 2008
10:35 pm
Gene was feeling relaxed, so I took some portraits ( relaxed boy )
I think he is beautiful and posing like a star for me...ppurrr. We hope you like them.
Current Mood: peaceful
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03:28 pm - On the move....*we don't believe in cutoms charges* repeat chant at will!
| Date | Time | Location | Tracking Event |  | | 05-06-2008 | 10:41 | International Hub | AWAITING CUSTOMS CHARGING | | 05-06-2008 | 10:41 | International Hub | AWAITING CUSTOMS CHARGES | | 05-06-2008 | 09:45 | International Hub | Arrived in destination country | | 30-05-2008 | 19:26 | CAPE FOREIGN CENTER JERSEY CITY NJ 099 | Left origin country | | 28-05-2008 | 12:49 | Delivery Agent - UNITED STATES AMERICA |
eeeee so excited!
Current Mood: ![[mood icon]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/mood/charitycam/frogs/energetic.gif) excited
Current Music: Go West - Call Me
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June 4th, 2008
01:04 pm - Phew!
http://www.angel-unlimited.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=1434
The short version is, he isn't in the UK yet. Everything appears to be fine but why must PF use such such strong terms? why not say "In Transit" instead of "untraceable"? I mean really. Scary biscuits!
Current Music: Wicked Little Town : Hedwig
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June 3rd, 2008
10:10 pm - FUCKING PARCELFARCE!!!!!! Xpost from AU
Ok darlings, here's the story so far. Ethan's 'advised' tracking status hasn't changed for 3 days.
| Date | Time | Location | Tracking Event | | | 30-05-2008 | 19:26 | CAPE FOREIGN CENTER JERSEY CITY NJ 099 | Left origin country | | 28-05-2008 | 12:49 | Delivery Agent - UNITED STATES AMERICA | Collected from customer |
So, today I phone ParcelFarce, casually like. Not expecting there to be a problem. Through the automated tracking service, I am told that my parcel has been posted using an "untraceable service". How can that be so, if I have a tracking number?
So, I call PF back and have to jump though hoops to speak to a real person. Whereupon someone told me, that they have no record of receiving him yet. "It looks like he might be held at customs", she said. "You better hurry as they only hold items for 48 hours!" So tomorrow, I have to call and try and find out where he is.
I only called because I assumed that the website had not updated, it was all very casual. Now I find out my poor boy's untraceable? It's a good job I did call eh? Is there is a chance he might not have arrived in the UK yet? Phew I am so nervous.
Anyone else been through anything like this... what does "untraceable" actually mean? *grumble" Stupid PF!!! I HATE THEM.
Current Mood: worried
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May 31st, 2008
12:03 pm - Winging his way
| 30-05-2008 | 19:26 | CAPE FOREIGN CENTER JERSEY CITY NJ 099 | Left origin country | | 28-05-2008 | 12:49 | Delivery Agent - UNITED STATES AMERICA |
Yay! Still no wig yet though!
Current Mood: ![[mood icon]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/mood/charitycam/frogs/scared.gif) anxious
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May 29th, 2008
09:07 pm - Shirty-ness and tracking time and scuffing shoes?
Quick update for you all. I now have all of Ethan's clothing and shoes. His wig is still yet to arrive. ( Read more... )
Has anyone got any idea's how to scuff up his little boots? They look to shiney right now and I need them to look worn in.Of course, I don't want to overdo it, so I will listen to suggestions before I go ahead.
Shipping news: He's accepted at Pittsburgh! Sleep safe Ethan.
Current Location: Digging out pain meds while dancing to Daddy Cool! LOL
Current Mood: In Pain! Damn Cramp!
Current Music: Daddy Cool - Boney M
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May 24th, 2008
10:38 pm - wig news
my wig lady e-mailed me, saying she has sent the wig! I haven't even seen it yet! No pics no nothing! WFT! I've asked for some pics and will update!
- update!
She didn't take any pics before sending the wig to me. All I can say is, t better be nice or ... *shakes fist*
Current Mood: ![[mood icon]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/mood/charitycam/frogs/angry.gif) aggravated
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May 23rd, 2008
11:34 pm - Thoughts and thanks xx
It hit me that on August 26 Gene will have been with me 3 years (I think - my dates might be fuddled)
The thought got me emo and then I saw, otepoti 's Zan on AU and had a little teary moment.. The first dolls I ever held were Zan and Lufian, who belongs to charliebear! LOL. I will never forget how to felt to hold them for the first time, Zan made me feel totally at peace and Lu, well he gave me odd stirrings, lol. I loved the dolls and the owners right away!
Honestly, still feel like the newbie of the bunch. Gene and I have had a tough start but we are happy now, we could not have got though the Kakky ;-) tears and eventual joys, without our Dollie family.. We love everyone so much and can't wait to see you again!
Current Location: In emo doll heaven
Current Mood: grateful
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May 16th, 2008
12:33 pm - Eyes and clothes continued...
Mosaic eyes are starting to take the piss. For a start, they request that you don't use checkout on e-bay because they like to calculate their own shipping. Me being me, thought fuck that. I went to there chart and calculated my own. There was only one amount it could be on the chart. I paid by checkout and attached a note saying - I want them shipped to a different address, is this ok? Let me know if you need more shipping. I sent that twice.
Anyway, the bloody eyes have arrived HERE this morning. It's a good job that I am going to town tomorrow, so I can post them to Lindsay.. GRRRRR neutral feedback I THINK?! Why oh why do these companies have such stupid shipping rules? Surely, if they want business, it's in their interests to make it easier?
In other news, Ethan is getting a lovely muslin shirt made by the same girl who made the drawstring pants. She averages out at about 10 quid an item, wth 3 quid postage. Pretty good. Pics soon!
Current Mood: aggravated
Current Music: Some 80s Station
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