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Very responsible Dulce

MSC archived stories - July 13, 2024

When I saw Dulce with her Welcome Gift just a couple of days ago, I was literally speechless. Her single mother, Yenifer could not be happier to take her daughter (age 5) for the first time on shopping and bought her an outfit (wearing for the photo). I wondered what Dulce was thinking on that debut trip but I could hear it myself because we both share the same (zodiac sign) characteristics.

 

I was immediately thinking of planning a DP, so yesterday went shopping after work and bought some clothes to begin with my project. I had to think and fit her age, culture, and climate. A few more items to add (any ideas..?) before sending the package off to Colombia – a new destination to explore as well as trying to keep the shipping/taxes below 50% of the overall cost. Also, her birthday is coming up in October, so aiming to have it delivered by then.

 

One thing struck me deeply about Dulce is that she's a very responsible girl, which is of no surprise to me. What’s going in her world is a reminiscence of my own childhood – a little gift from the heavens!

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  1. chelaka29 March 2025 at 15:21

    I always say look at Etsy and do a fun personalized gift with her name. So many options!

    July 15, 2024

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  2. chelaka29 March 2025 at 15:21

    What a cutie! It looks like she was able to put that e.g. to good use. Love that smile!

    July 16, 2024

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