Friday, March 11, 2011

The Little Prince


As I've mentioned before, I will not be attending the Royal Wedding on April 29th. Kate and William must have known that I was not going to be in London on that date, and that is why they sent my invitation to someone who could actually make it. You see, we have a big event in our own family that week. My little grandson, Jackson, is due to grace us with his presence on April 28th. And an event like that, I wouldn't miss for all the royal weddings in the world.

Since baby Jackson is due at Royal Wedding time, and since his big sister is already a princess, I've decided to call him in advance of his arrival, the Little Prince. And it's with that royal declaration in mind, that I put together a big basket for His Little Majesty that I gave his mommy at her baby shower last week.



Here's his mummy! I call her the Queen Mum since she is such an awesome mother to little princess Jordan and the new one soon to make his entrance.


It was fun collecting for the Little Prince basket. I included several rompers and onesies with the Little Prince theme, along with tiny Prince shoes and his own Little Prince doll. I loved the Jackson-Prince of Wails outfit, as well as the Prince Charming in training.


And what would a Little Prince basket be without some references to the classic French children's book, Le Petit Prince?  A bib, books, plate and bubble bath--imported from France, of course--nothing too good for this little boy. His nightlight will say The Prince Sleeps here, in case anyone forgets just who is in charge. The Snowbabies Little Prince will hopefully be a collectible he can pass on someday.


Even more fun was finding a royal bottle, topped with a crown, a brush and comb set, a Prince Charming pacifier, a towel, Prince of the Potty book, a magnet for his car saying The Prince's Chariot, and a burp pad, because every little prince needs a soft place where he can lay his sweet head on mummy's  shoulder. I did stop short of buying the Royal Throne potty chair however, but it's out there should anyone want one.


He'll have bibs for every day of the week, a baby prince bag, and a Little Frog Prince "lovey" as we call it.


He just had to have the Mum is my Queen shirt, the Prince Charming boxers, and a onesie reminding everyone he is his Mummy's handsome prince. The white T shirt is actually for his big sister, and in case, you can't make out the print, it says There's a new Prince in this house...That makes me the Queen. I think there could be some truth in that!


And one of my favorite finds of all was a book of paper dolls printed the year Prince William was born--The Royal Baby. The story inside is so cute, that I'm saving it for the next blog. I think you'll want to come back to see it.

19 comments:

  1. Haha, yes, they must have knew you weren't going to be there. Lol. This stuff is sooo cute! And how unique, at least for back in the states. He will be one prince of a little boy. Best of luck to your family!

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  2. Little Prince...toooo cute! Debi, your imagination is in top form. Love the basket of goodies you put together for the Prince--Jackson. We share your excitment for the arrival of his royal highness.

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  3. Where did yo find all the little prince things? How special!

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  4. What a great way to welcome the Little Prince! Yeah!

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  5. This is adorable. Can't wait to meet Prince Jackson.

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  6. What a cute idea! Who knew there was so many things out there with that theme.

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  7. Debi...you have many remarkable, awesome posts...but this was THE best!!! I am grinning ear to ear seeing the darling things you put together!! WOW! Your daughter is just gorgeous! It will be fun to see new pics of baby Jack...you are right, better than a royal wedding!!!

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  8. How adorable are all of these special baby things. Wow you really put together a gift for a prince.
    Congrats on your upcoming arrival of your Prince can't wait to see his pictures.
    I am doing a post now about the movie Calendar Girls filmed in England I am linking your post in it. Hope you don't mind
    Love ya
    Maggie

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  9. Oh, everything you chose for the Little Prince is so cute!

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  10. And the royals think they live a special existence?!! They have nothing on Prince Jackson who is so blessed to be born into the Kirksey family. Enjoyed seeing all of his goodies!

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  11. What special/fun gifties. Jackson's mom is lovely and looks the picture of radiance in expecting her second. What delightful and thoughtful Princely basket. Congratulations to all!

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  12. OH WHAT A SWEET POST! Well, you are going to have your own royal celebration dearest, in your own chateau. Thank you for coming to visit with me today; hearts are heavy as the unthinkable is happening. Oh how we need one another....peace and much love, Anita

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  13. Just saw your site from crazy Maggie's blog so wanted to come by and say hello.
    You have to be special to be mentioned on her site isn't that girl a hoot.
    Anyway I love how you gathered up so many prince items for your soon to be prince. Cute idea.
    I hope soon to be able to have a site of my own.
    Nice to meet you
    Tam

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  14. Jackson and Jordan are so blessed to have such a thoughtful and generous Gigi! Thank you so much for the royal treatment!!

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  15. How very royal - your Little Prince basket is just gorgeous with such a beautiful array of gifts - The little book "Prince of the potty"
    is ever so cute. xx

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  16. I know QM was delighted with these gifts for the new baby. They are precious. I have not been in the baby aisles in quite a while, and these adorable little clothes make me smile and wonder what else is available for little ones. If I saw that little doll (oh, those gold shoes) and the Little Prince slippers I just might have to but them - too cute.

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  17. Prince Jackson is a lucky little chap!! Fabulous gifts, Debi.....you are setting the bar high for us grandmas in training, which I think is wonderful!! :) Have a beautiful week! xxoo :)

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  18. Debi, this is really fabulous – I can see that it must have been great fun to collect it up and to present it. Wishing you all a wonderful celebration for the Prince's arrival! Congratulations!!

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  19. All the Pictures posted in the post was very nice. I have enjoyed the each and every pictures in the post. A friend of mine is planned the wedding using the wedding planner mobile app for the assistant. Thanks for sharing the information.

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