Saddening......uh,yes.....[SORRY Quinny&Co,] but........KIRSTEN NEWS!!!!!!

Ok. It's not a recall, thank goodness. But it's just as bad.



THEY'RE RETIRING KIRSTEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Breeze broke the bad news to me just now, oh no. NO. Oh, no! AG just hasn't put it up yet! Here's what the letter Breeze got in the mail today said-


September 28, 2009


Dear Kirsten fan,


We're writing you with important news about one of the original American Girl dolls-Kirsten Larson. We wanted you, one of her biggest fans, to be among the first to know that soon, Kirsten's complete collection will be moving into the American Girl Archives.

Like you, countless American Girl fans have found a friend in this brave pioneer girl since her introduction in 1968. Bringing Kirsten's world to life-from starting a new school in a strange land to celebrating her family's time-honored St. Lucia's Day-has been a journey we've enjoyed sharing with you.

As we bid Kirsten a fond farewell, we do so knowing her departure will make it possible to introduce new characters and time periods for our costumers to enjoy.

Watch for more information in our catalogues and at americangirl.com. In the meantime, don't miss the opportunity to purchase items from Kirsten's collection before it's too late. Thank you again for your continued support.

Sincerely,

American Girl

P.S. Though Kirsten will soon be moving into the American Girl Archives, her stories will live on! You'll continue to find Kirsten books at americangirl.com, at American Girl stores, and at booksellers nationwide.




WELL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! *tears drip down face*










Your neverending friend, the first retired (but with a different life),

~Samantha Annabelle Bouler