Addy in front of the American Flag |
This morning marks a significant day for me as a professional doll collector. I think I just acquired the most unique doll in my collection. I noticed the dolls about a month ago while researching voodoo dolls on Ebay. Since learning I am a descendant from the Benin and Togo area of Africa I have been researching about their religion and trying to understand it more. I have also learned that my line of work has exposed me to homes where families may openly practice Voodoo or Santeria.. Much to my surprise, I came across this very creepy yet, familiar looking doll set. At first I could not put my finger on it but, after reading the caption .. I quickly remember this 90s Horror flick that eventually became a Urban Hit and today.. considered a horror classic.. produced by non other than Spike Lee the 90s horror flick TALES FROM THE HOOD... WAS A CREEPY RENDITION OF TALES FROM THE CREEP.. And Me, Yes Me, I have just acquired this aw...
I'm interested in playing with dolls as therapy for adults. I never played with dolls as a child, and am only now learning their usefulness. I'm 44, mother of two, and have Asperger's Syndrome. Since seeing the "My Froggy Stuff" channel on YouTube I have begun playing with dolls, and learning how they can help us communicate in ways sometimes difficult in person. Sometimes they can also help us work through and begin to heal old wounds from our childhood.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you have started this blog, and your new class. I hope you will take lots of pictures, and post them on YouTube! I'm fascinated to learn how other people play with dolls.