My "Red Ryder BB gun" — is a Baby Alive doll (by Kenner™ circa 1979ish)

You're very welcome, T.
I had to get across the importance my 6 or 7 year old self felt, when asking for this toy for Christmas.... it was THAT kind of "Red Ryder BB gun" needed desire. Hence, kinda cheating by putting it in the title.... lol... I am glad you enjoyed and found yourself remembering fond memories... ✨

This piece was a difficult emotional roller-coaster, indeed.

Deep thanks for coming along on the ride.
🌹 - B

Timeless treasures of childhood, so rich with enduring memories.
I love sentimental wistful poetry delivered so beautifully in so few syllables.
Very Powerful Sentiment.
Melancholic Masterpiece!

You absolutely nail it, FF.... It's a Topsy Turvy kind of sad and forlorn write.... Thanks for being here, dear sir. It soothes the pain a little...

🌹 - 💙
x

hello beautiful Blue I got a baby alive when I was three I will never forget
then my sister put gum in her mouth and it got stuck...

this is a powerful write that brings back powerful memories of my sweet mommy
a schizophrenic she bought me the baby alive it was only gift under the tree...

she tried her best sadly in the end my dad raised me...

I will never forget her or that day...

thank you I feel your pain....

Ohhh, dear sweet lady.... Isn't it amazing how one item... a toy, can bring back such huge, impactful and truly life defining moments?!? Ones we can each pinpoint, even when we were so little ourselves. I am so sorry for the sadness that life brought to your door, as a child. The memory of this toy, seems so lovely to ponder.... mixed with the sadness of reality.... I giggled at the gum getting stuck . I think that was the demise of mine, I can't really remember... but I do I remember a tick tac that made noise, stuck inside... lol..at least I think it was.... haha...

I deeply love your words here...solidarity again, it seems.... all my warmest thanks, Brenda...
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xo

Thankfully even i
Not being an Einstein
More related to the other end
Of that quantifiable scale
Can feel the power of the poet
As she quietly wages war
That screams and rages
At definable unjust injustices
My admiration soars
For the strength within
This Blue soul
🙏🙏🙏🙏💜💜

Your comments pierce profoundly into my heart and soul, infusing potent tenacity and a sense of relatable joy..... ahhh.... lovely.  

I deeply thank you for that and your generosity of spirit. It's beyond a pleasure!  

🌹 - 💙  
xoxo  
B
Ps... I'm just in love with Buster... his pic is epically endearing, to put it mildly. You must give him pets for me!!... Say hi to your goddess, too... 💋

I had all this hugely though out reply ready to post to you last night. But we had this storm that blew out the power, it just came back on about an hour ago.
So my reply now is only a shadow of what it was, as I suffer from all kinds of memory failurs🙄,.
I am glad you like my comment, I wasn't sure how it would be received and I hoped I didn't overstep any borders.
Glad I could make you smile a little bit
💜💜💜

I had all this hugely though out reply ready to post to you last night. But we had this storm that blew out the power, it just came back on about an hour ago.
So my reply now is only a shadow of what it was, as I suffer from all kinds of memory failurs🙄,.
I am glad you like my comment, I wasn't sure how it would be received and I hoped I didn't overstep any borders.
Glad I could make you smile a little bit
💜💜💜

I completely remember the commercial for that Evel Knievel playset.... or maybe they redid it and released several versions of it like this baby doll... lol.... my oldest sister babysat a little boy who had it and we played with it and my barbie's corvette ... is that what she had?.... together... hahaha...

Funny what we remember!

Thanks Tim
🌹 - B

How strange. My first bout with disappointment was over a Baby Alive.
I wanted one and didn't get it.

There's a lot of depth and sadness to this short piece.

I was just saying how crazy it is that one toy... a simple item... can open up such a wellspring of enormous emotional intensity...I find that utterly fascinating. I guess it's more likely because we're all pretty close in age.... lol...

Your comments made my heart ache.... instantly... Ohh to learn that sad lesson that way.... no child should have to... (hugs)

Thank you for seeing within, nik
Very much obliged—💙
🌹B

I LOVE this comment, Lt... It's exactly what I hoped and tried to do.... I really appreciate you saying so....

Truly.
Much thanks, my friend 🙏
🌹 - B

Very interesting and meaningful piece gets to the point 🙏👊

Thanks for reading, Stoney.
I appreciate you stopping by and taking the time to leave your thoughts.

All the best, my friend 🙏
🌹 - B

Likewise dear poetess 🙏

Am reserving this space for comment/compliment till the comp is finished Susan.  for now i'll just say a quality entry.

:-)

Thanks and will do, cf
☑

(Great comp idea, my friend!)
🌹 - B

The pleasure of shooting a B.B gun is interesting.  Keep on writing you strong beautiful smart sexy woman.

Thanks for stopping by, Francisco.
Much obliged - 🌹

Dear BV,

My favorite was the Chrissy doll. You could turn a knob on her back (which now I think of it is creepy) and her hair would grow. That is until I yanked it out to use on my own head because I wanted long straight hair. 😏

What I found most poignant and regretful was the undercurrent of dreams unfulfilled. Fate always seems to have a different plan. I was completely touched by a great deal of nostalgia from this sparkler but more importantly by what wasn’t written. This is a lovely poem. I wish you all the best in the comp. H🌷

Hey there H ;)
Omg.... I loved Chrissy!! I'm the youngest out of three girls , so I think she was my oldest sister's doll.... I completely flashbacked to her!! There was another doll who's eyes changed color when you pulled her string, (I think?!?) that I was terrified of... haha.... I can't remember her name.... ewww creepy!.... I love your poor Chrissy doll's story and the demise of her hair, only because I remember cutting off my barbie's hair because my mom had given me the dreaded early 80's bowl haircut.... and I too, wanted beautiful long locks.... Awww!

Thank you for sharing your thoughts with me, I adore it, always. .. The levity of nostalgia makes the deep ache inside , a bit more palatable...

I am beyond grateful for you, dear lady!
🌹 - 💙
xo
B

Oh Blue😢hugs

You're the best, Grace...
Thank you, my friend 🙏  
(hugs) returned

🌹 - 💙
B

This is the shit of my memories and nightmares. I fucking love it.

You're a Rockstar, my friend 🙏
A deep thank you, sent your way ✨
🌹 - 💙
B

Your titles alone make a smile draw across my mouth like a quiet shoreline in warm sunlight.

Dawww.... I can feel that big ol' grin 😁 from here!!
You also brought the gift of smiles to my door, kind sir.


Very much obliged, - 💙

Hope the season brings you all you deserve and more!! Much love & Happy Holidays, my friend ❄

🌹-B
x

And then your bones ache all over. Aging is sooooooooo cruel.

It is super duper cruel!!! They say youth is wasted on the young.... Ain't that the truth!!
*wink

Thanks for stopping by - 💋
🌹 - B

The innocence of childhood. Moving piece.

Hi there, Lozzamus
Thanks for stopping by and for leaving me such kind words.... It's very much appreciated 🙏


I hope you're feeling better from the booster Vax!
🌹 - 💙
B

at one time had a BB gun but got raid of it as i heat any type of GUN
nice write short and to the point

Thanks so much, DC!
Much appreciated.... I feel like likewise!

🌹 - B

I remember her!  🥰  I love the subjects and themes you cover, Blue!!  Right back to childhood.  💞💞💞

lol... Omg... It's so funny how the littlest things bind us together, with nostalgia especially! I am so glad you could relate and remember!

All my thanks and appreciation, Margo!
🌹-B

Blueberry 🫐 I love you and your soul and your heart ♥️ you are a beautiful writer you always make me feel. Thanks for sharing this intimate memory
Love your big sis
Jackie xoxox 🌹♥️😘🤗🤶🎄

Dawww... You're a lovely, bright and beautiful soul, my friend 🙏. I deeply thank you from the bottom of my heart ♥. Those are some true and moving sentiments that leave me in wonder. I am so happy you can experience my words, like you do. I humbly thank you, and consider myself extremely fortunate to hold dear, your friendship!

All my warmest gratitude and deep appreciation,
Loves you, too, Jackie!  
🌹 - 🫐-💕
xo
B