Sam's bike arrived! I had to laugh remembering the days when I got chocolate and flowers for Valentine's. This is so much better!

There's no getting around that Sam's bike is pricey. BUT it also appears to be very sturdy and well-built, no corners cut on quality. I think it should be able to stand up to a lot of real play. It's also, imo, a great collector's piece.

I'm still wondering, though, why Sam and Kit got great new items, Molly just got a pair of roller skates, which she already had, and the rest got nothing.

Someone here suggested a hoop and stick for Felicity. I think I'll try making that. It shouldn't be too hard with a small embroidery hoop and a dowel.