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The Evolution of the Disney Prince

Posted on 03/26/201103/26/2011 by Backpacking Dad

In 1937, Walt Disney invented the Disney Prince. In Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, the princeĀ falls in love with a princess at the beginning of the story, disappears for the bulk of the film, and arrives at the end to save her life with an effortless kiss. Although subsequent princes are often lumped together…

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I’ve Begun Reading “Alice In Wonderland” to Erin

Posted on 03/25/2011 by Backpacking Dad

I’m really bad at titling blog posts. I should just start numbering them. Anyway-zuh… A couple of nights ago, when Erin asked for a story (“No, two stories, daddy.”), instead of reaching for a French volume of Disney animal stories (Fox & Hound, Rescuers, Lion King etc…), which I usually “read” to her in the…

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You Don’t Market a “Push-up” Anything to an 8-Year Old Unless It’s a Popsicle

Posted on 03/25/2011 by Backpacking Dad

Abercrombie and Fitch is not interested in looking out for your daughter’s self-esteem. That’s all I have to say about that.    

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