Tuesday, November 19, 2019

3 Little Hedgehogs

Heather Gets Friends*

(giggles)
What's so funny?
Skye has popped into a ball again and Finella is chasing Heather over my legs. It tickles.
(giggles) They are so adorable! I can't wait for Melody to be home and meet them. She'll be surprised.
Yes, she will. I can't believe we've been able to keep the secret from her while she was away. 
Let me hold Skye for a bit.
Sure.
Heather seems very happy with her new friends.
Yes, she does.
They have fun even though they were not raised together. 
That's a good thing.
Yes, with those tiny fangs and the quills on their backs battles could be brutal.
Time to go back in your house.

Heather seems happy to visit Finella and Skye, but likes her own home better.
I'll move her later.
Now what else do we surprise Melody with when she arrives home?


Xyra's Review American Girl Hedgehog House

We now have 3 little hedgehogs. Aren't they cute! The AG hedgehogs are bigger than the MLA one.
The habitat is nicer in some respects. It's it bigger, but still not quite the right size. The ramps are too steep.
At least there are air holes in the roof (unlike the hamster habitat). You get a built in water bottle as well.
The little balled hedger fits under the stick arch. The walking hedger barely fits on the top platform.
The walking hedger kind of fits on the hammock.
I like these two pieces can be moved around. I'm not sure what is in the food bowl, bit id doesn't look like anything on the food list I found.
The arch really only goes in with the opening facing out, otherwise the hedgers can't get into it.
*Hedgehogs are not social animals so there should be only one in the set. Of course, this could be one hedgehog in two poses, balled and walking. If that is the case then there should be a third pose in a complete ball, no face showing.
You can see the size difference between the two brands. The really cool thing about the AG hedgehogs-the undersides are fuzzy or flocked. Unlike the MLA hedger who is all plastic. The feet and faces on all three are adorable! 
Heather would be very happy in this habitat. She fits in all areas easier than the AG ones.

Overall, I love this little set and am glad I added it to our pet collection.


Xyra's Notes

  • According to the Pennsylvania Game Commission, hedgehogs are not permissible as pets. 😔 The little critters are not native to the area or even the continent, so could be dangerous to native species if unworthy pet parents let them out to fend for themselves in the wild. 
  • That means we really do not have pet hedgehogs, and will remain happy collecting ones like this.

Thank you for stopping! Have a great Tuesday!


Note: Tea Time with Melody Q is not affiliated with American girl or My Life As. All items shown above were purchased from our own funds for or gifted to our collection. the review is unsolicited and comprised of our own observations, opinions, and thoughts. Links are provided for educational and informative purposes; no purchase is suggested or required to enjoy the post and TTwMQ receives no funding from clicked links.

Monday, November 18, 2019

Update from My Doll Times

Melody Enjoying the Spa

Hi! Welcome back!
We have an update!
Melody is having a great time at the spa.
Check out all the details at My Doll Times.
Photo courtesy of My Doll Times
Warning! One of her treatments was restringing, so...
Those who are a bit uneasy about that should scroll quickly past two photos. 
Uncle K says she's having a great time with the boys.
Gramma Enne checked it out and was really pleased.
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Best wishes,

Thursday, November 7, 2019

Adjusting Fall Decor

Post Halloween

Hi! How are you doing? Did you have a nice Halloween? We did. we miss our sister, Melody. She's "in hospital" or "spa" with Uncle K. We messaged the other day and she is well and enjoying her visit with KJ, but is nervous and a bit homesick. Hmmm, maybe she'll come back a vegetarian vampire. (giggles)

Anyway, you know after Halloween it's time to put all the decorations away. Well, we just kind of tweaked ours.


I added a few more pumpkins and a gourd.

It was so nice out we decided to do a photo shoot. We found some nice sunlight in the side yard.


And on the sidewalk.



We wanted to work quickly before we lost the light.

Filter Fun
Then we tried out the nostalgia filter.

And 1839.

This is "Romantic." (giggles)
I'm not sure if this is back to regular or if it's the "Pure" filter. WE have to take better notes. (giggles)

Then we found our camera can add stickers! (laughing) Too funny!



What is your favorite fall decoration? Do you have a favorite photo from the shoot? How about a favorite set of stickers? (giggles)

See you again soon!

Friday, November 1, 2019

Trick or Treat 2019

The Costumes

Fashion Correspondent, Draculaura, here. On the scene for Halloween 2019 Trick or Treat. The weather outside is somewhat frightful, but perfectly spooky. It looks like our first three trick or treaters decided on original ideas. I think Haley as Rebecca will be warm. It's around 73 degrees and humid. Lanie's choice of footwear looks good for a trek around the neighborhood. Kristen is just plain foxy! (giggle cackle)
Take a closer look.
Our second set...I definitely feel a theme here. Looks like the Fabulous 50s. Two car hops and a bobby socks-er. I see Grace has chose to skate the neighborhood; could be interesting with the wet roads, wind, and low light. Kaya looks nice in the blue; I'm betting competing greasy spoons! Al's vs. Mel's. (giggle cackle) The coral blouse is lovely on Lea and her hair is in the perfect ponytail.
Take a closer look.
Who is your favorite this year?


Trick or Treat Wrap Up

(laughing) What a night?!
Right!
Those Men in Black guys were fun!
I can't believe they tried to flashy thingy us!
I know!
So many Pennywise clowns. 
Perfectly creeptastic!
I think I counted 5 Annas and Elsas.
The tiny TRex!
Soooo cute!
What are you eating first?
Gummy bears!
So yummy!
I miss Mel.
Yeah, Halloween is one of her favorite holidays.
We had fun at the luncheon Sunday.
I'm sure she is having fun with Uncle K, KJ, and Nadine. 

Costume Details
Lanie: Pineapple guinea pig costume from Petsmart
Haley: Rebecca's Meet Outfit (AG official retired)
Kirsten: Fox felt craft kit
Kaya: Our Generation Deluxe (circa 2015, retired)
Lea: Maryellen's Poodle Skirt Outfit (AG)
Grace: Our Generation Today's Special (OG)

What is your favorite thing about Halloween? Do you prefer fun spooky or frightening spooky?

Best wishes,