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Finding Her Voice #BarbieProject

06/04/2014 By Tammi 83 Comments

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It’s been such an eye opening experience to be the mother of twins. While all my girls are complete individuals and I recognize and celebrate that, any parent of multiples will say that you really notice personalities when you have two of the same age. After all, they are always with you and most oftentimes, always together.

My Sophia, Twin A, is dominant in every way. Her boisterous and outgoing personality was evident right from the start, even consistently placing herself in front of her sister, in utero. In fact, so much that doctors didn’t even know there was another in there, until a 21 week ultrasound.

Then, she made her mark on the world by literally pushing her sister out during labour {causing quite the emergency situation}. Firecracker, right? Through the years, Sophia has always been heavier, taller, louder and one to always have the attention.

Meet Katelyn. The littlest Roy twin. Smaller, lighter and dainty. Katie is full of feelings and emotion, altruistic by nature and often withdrawn. When asked a question, she checks with her sisters first, follows in their every footstep and does her best to please anyone.

As a parent, and wanting the girls to be all they can be, I do intervene where I see fit. While I foster Sophia’s independent and strong side, I do urge her to think before acting and be more caring when it comes to others. After all, a girl can be strong minded but also know when it’s a time to soften up a little. Instead of lashing out and stomping her feet in rage each and every time, I encourage her to use her words and take deep breaths before acting.

When given the opportunity, I urge Katie to be more independent and make her own choices regardless of what others think and do. When she’s in tears and her heart is literally breaking over hurtful words, I acknowledge her feelings but suggest she relay those to her sister and stand up for herself.

While my twins are still very different to this day, I do see some gaps narrowing. While I have many examples of this, I’ll instead focus on just one …

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Katie: Finding Her Voice

Quiet, timid and often shadowed, I first noticed Miss Katie coming out of her shell – with music.

Both girls love their Barbie movies, and oftentimes choose them over others in the pile. They both watch the stories unfold with great interest, yet it’s the songs within the movies that wins their hearts every time.

There’s one particular song that Katie took a massive liking to, from Barbie The Princess & The Popstar. She watched and learned, over and over again. First singing along with the movie quietly and then she became louder.

After a while, she would sing ‘Here I am‘ while playing with her The Princess & The Popstar Barbie dolls. Yet, she would immediately stop and look almost guilty when she realized anyone was listening.

Over time, her voice strengthened and she found the courage to sing loud and to anyone within earshot. She even requested me to take video of her performing, which was remarkable.

It took a couple of years, yet now she belts out tunes all day long, on planes and even among strangers in a foreign land.


 
Literally, Katie sings all.the.time. When playing with Barbies, she opts to sing words instead of speaking them. Katie sings while she walks, in the car and even as she’s falling asleep. I have to admit to giggling when Sophia is the one telling her to ‘settle down’.

Katie is finding her way. Her strength. Her ability to shine and be the star of the show after all these years.

Here I am
Being who I want
Giving what I got
Never a doubt now
Here I go
Burning like a spark
Light up the dark again

………….. Here I Am – Barbie Princess & The Popstar Soundtrack

I have enrolled both the girls in a summer theatre camp, in which they will be in a musical. Katie is showing some signs of intimidation, yet really wants to give it a try. I am so proud.

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Sometimes I wonder what my girls ‘will be’ when they are older, and while I know them so well and can predict many things based on years of experience with them – truth is, you just never know.

I encourage it all and tell them often that they really can be anything they want to be.

You just need to find that voice.

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Comments

  1. Robin (Masshole Mommy) says

    06/04/2014 at 7:08 am

    That is incredibly sweet and she is a very talented young lady. Who knows, maybe she will be a big super star someday 🙂

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/04/2014 at 6:46 pm

      You just never know! 😉

      Reply
  2. Kelsey Apley says

    06/04/2014 at 9:08 am

    I absolutely love this! What a great project, and good to see they are helping kids find their voice!!!! Too cute!

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/04/2014 at 6:47 pm

      Thanks Kelsey!

      Reply
  3. kristin says

    06/04/2014 at 9:16 am

    So very sweet!!! My girls love Barbie it’s good to see them supporting girls.

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/04/2014 at 6:47 pm

      🙂

      Reply
  4. Lolli @ Better in Bulk says

    06/04/2014 at 9:42 am

    I don’t have twins, but I have 5 kids…and we’ve talked on more than one occasion about how amazing it is that not one pair of our kids ended up more alike. They are all so unique. I love watching it. Way to go on your daughter finding her voice. It reminded me so much of my 2nd daughter, who has found HER voice through music and acting as well. I love to see her grow and thrive in that setting! Just yesterday, we were able to celebrate her love of music and theater by having a special birthday date at West Side Story. 🙂

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/04/2014 at 6:48 pm

      Awe, thank you for sharing Lolli!

      Reply
  5. Michelle says

    06/04/2014 at 9:45 am

    Great project, I can imagine how amazing and difficult it is to be a twin. You are doing an amazing fostering their personalities and guiding them to be their personal best.

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/04/2014 at 6:48 pm

      Thank you Michelle, every day is a learning opportunity!

      Reply
  6. sarah n says

    06/04/2014 at 10:05 am

    There’s my morning tear. Incredible story and post, it certainly touched my heart.

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/04/2014 at 6:49 pm

      Ae, thank you so much sarah!

      Reply
  7. Candace says

    06/04/2014 at 10:11 am

    So incredibly touching, I’m so happy for her. I hope they both rock theatre camp this summer.

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/04/2014 at 6:49 pm

      Thank you Candace, I hope they give it their all!

      Reply
  8. Ellen says

    06/04/2014 at 10:17 am

    I love this. What a beautiful story and this will be such a wonderful memory for you.

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    • Tammi says

      06/04/2014 at 6:49 pm

      Thank you Ellen!

      Reply
  9. Stacie says

    06/04/2014 at 10:21 am

    So cute! Your girls are lucky to have each other. My sister and I fought like cats and dogs and I don’t remember playing with her when we were little. We are 22 months apart in age.

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/04/2014 at 6:50 pm

      Oh, they fight. A lot! lol
      In fact, today they pretty much drove me insane. But, that’s another blog post. Hahaha

      Reply
  10. lauren says

    06/04/2014 at 10:34 am

    Awww!!! I have 2 little girls who are 5 years apart and barbies is the one thing they both enjoy playing together. I played Barbies with my 2 younger sisters as a child and I remember many of our adventures with barbies and I love hearing about other little girls who like my own girls have found the joy in playing with Barbie and spending time together

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    • Tammi says

      06/04/2014 at 6:51 pm

      Like mother, like daughter! Same with us Lauren. And do you get down and play Barbies with them today?

      Reply
  11. Ruby DW (@RubyDW) says

    06/04/2014 at 11:18 am

    I love the video! How precious to hear them sing How empowering is that song! thanks for sharing!

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    • Tammi says

      06/04/2014 at 6:51 pm

      Thank you Ruby! 😉

      Reply
  12. Kristine Ewald says

    06/04/2014 at 11:28 am

    I always played barbies, it was such a fun experience 🙂

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    • Tammi says

      06/04/2014 at 6:51 pm

      Me too Kristine, they were very much apart of my childhood!

      Reply
  13. Raijean says

    06/04/2014 at 11:29 am

    I love everything about this, Barbie played such a big role in my life! I wish I had a little girl.

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/04/2014 at 6:53 pm

      Perhaps someday …

      Reply
  14. Danielle says

    06/04/2014 at 11:45 am

    That is amazing. I love how different their personalities are. My brother just had twins and already at 3 months you can tell they’re completely different.

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/05/2014 at 9:26 am

      It’ll be so fascinating to watch them grow, enjoy every moment!!

      Reply
  15. Jenn @TheRebelChick says

    06/04/2014 at 12:49 pm

    Twins (and triplets) run in our family and you know, it’s kind of crazy that all of the twins are SO DIFFERENT!!! I mean, they aren’t anything like their twins at all. I love how you’re helping them foster their own identities and yay for your singing girl. 🙂

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    • Tammi says

      06/05/2014 at 12:36 pm

      It’s so fascinating and thank you!

      Reply
  16. Liz Mays says

    06/04/2014 at 1:09 pm

    She’s blossoming through music. This is just absolutely precious!

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/05/2014 at 12:36 pm

      Thanks Liz!

      Reply
  17. Amy Desrosiers says

    06/04/2014 at 3:07 pm

    My kids love Barbies! I will always encourage them to play with them and enjoy them!

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/05/2014 at 12:37 pm

      🙂

      Reply
  18. Amber Edwards says

    06/04/2014 at 3:14 pm

    I love how Katie has been able to find her voice! Every child needs an outlet where they can find their own voice and express their own personality. Music is a great way for me to do just that as well. And i hope my kids each find their own voice too.

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/05/2014 at 2:07 pm

      It’s a marvel to watch, the beauty of life and growth!

      Reply
  19. Amanda A says

    06/04/2014 at 3:17 pm

    so cute! I agree on the kids needing their own individuality!

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/05/2014 at 2:07 pm

      🙂

      Reply
  20. Pam says

    06/04/2014 at 4:27 pm

    It’s wonderful that Katie has found her voice through singing- and Barbies! It’s always interesting to see how siblings are similar, and where they are different.

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/05/2014 at 2:07 pm

      So true Pam!

      Reply
  21. Jen Temcio says

    06/04/2014 at 5:01 pm

    I LOVE this story. What a great thing the Barbie project is for girls 🙂

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/05/2014 at 2:08 pm

      Thank you Jen!

      Reply
  22. Star Traci says

    06/04/2014 at 5:58 pm

    My daughter is a singer, too. All the time. She is singing tomorrow morning in the Talent Show but I am unsure how she will do. She sings loud an proud at home but gets shy in front of others. Either way, I’ll be proud of her for trying!
    🙂
    Traci

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    • Tammi says

      06/05/2014 at 2:09 pm

      Awe, hope it goes well. I hope she can find her courage and knock it out of the park. Regardless, feel proud mama!!

      Reply
  23. Janel says

    06/04/2014 at 6:14 pm

    It’s so amazing to me how different night and day kids can be from the next!

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/05/2014 at 2:09 pm

      So true. And how they change …. it’s a wonder!

      Reply
  24. Mama to 5 BLessings says

    06/04/2014 at 6:49 pm

    These Barbies hair looks like they have seen better days! Sounds like a great project!

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/05/2014 at 2:10 pm

      I know, right?! Sign of lots of play!!!

      Reply
  25. nathania h says

    06/04/2014 at 6:52 pm

    My goodness, do they ever remind me of my girls, (almost 4 and 5), They have the same dolls, and sing the song every single day! They adore their Barbie movies, (almost have them all!)

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/05/2014 at 2:10 pm

      I think there’s a bit of this story in us all …. 🙂

      Reply
  26. Shauna says

    06/04/2014 at 7:48 pm

    I have loved Barbie for years… i had a collection of over 200 Barbies growing up and continued collecting into my twenties… I hope that my girls will take over my love

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/05/2014 at 2:10 pm

      Wowzers! Do you ever break them out and play? More importantly, can I come over and play? ;P

      Reply
  27. Ann Bacciaglia says

    06/04/2014 at 8:17 pm

    I love hearing stories about twins. Your girls sound like they are incredible little girls. I hope you share their camp experience on the blog.

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/05/2014 at 2:11 pm

      I will Ann and thank you so much. Sometimes I write and think it’s all just for me and them. I forget just how public this space is sometimes. It’s nice that I can connect with so many through this space. Great to have you here!! HUGS! xo

      Reply
  28. valmg says

    06/04/2014 at 10:21 pm

    It’s great she’s finding her voice. That can be difficult for any child but imagine it could actually be a little more challenging for a twin.

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/05/2014 at 2:12 pm

      Especially one that’s been constantly silent on so many occasions. It’s brilliant to watch her find her courage and shine!

      Reply
  29. Christine Cavazos says

    06/04/2014 at 10:34 pm

    I’ve been doing theater since I was little, 30 years later I’m still addicted. I hope they love it!

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/05/2014 at 2:18 pm

      Awe, I hope so too! I was never brave enough as a kid so I’m especially proud that they are willing to do something I couldn’t dream of

      Reply
  30. Sandra says

    06/04/2014 at 10:42 pm

    We are currently in the Barbie stage ourselves. I have 5 kids and they are all so different, I wonder sometimes how did they come from the same parents. 🙂

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/05/2014 at 2:19 pm

      Ha, exactly!

      Reply
  31. Amanda West says

    06/04/2014 at 11:36 pm

    This is an amazing story you shared. How could you not just fall for little Miss Katie! She’s a doll.

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/06/2014 at 7:20 am

      Thanks Amanda! 😉

      Reply
  32. SoberJulie says

    06/05/2014 at 6:19 am

    How adorable is Katie? I love that Barbie presents positive messages to our girls, you know Chelsea would LOVE to be right there singing with her

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    • Tammi says

      06/06/2014 at 7:20 am

      Awe, I know she would be! 🙂

      Reply
  33. Staci says

    06/05/2014 at 8:51 am

    My middle two girls aren’t twins, but everyone thinks they are. Similar in size, appearance, and age. But where they really differ is in personalities. Just like your daughters, one is very much more timid. I love how you helped encourage Katie to find her voice. She is awesome!

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/06/2014 at 7:22 am

      Thanks for sharing Staci, it’s neat how they are so much the same otherwise!

      Reply
  34. Nancy says

    06/05/2014 at 8:55 am

    What a great post, it’s nice to read the story of your twins. I often wonder what my girls will be too. But, one thing is for sure, it seems like you have two beautiful girls. 🙂

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/06/2014 at 7:22 am

      Thank you Nancy!! 🙂

      Reply
  35. Debi says

    06/05/2014 at 9:26 am

    I love the different personalities. My kids are like that

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/06/2014 at 7:45 am

      🙂

      Reply
  36. Brenda Roy says

    06/05/2014 at 10:17 am

    Just sooo wonderful to hear her belting it out

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/06/2014 at 8:23 am

      Thanks Gramma!

      Reply
  37. Emily says

    06/05/2014 at 2:31 pm

    My son loves these movies too – I like the messages in them. They are as important for boys as they are for girls! Your kiddos are sure cute!

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/06/2014 at 9:52 am

      They sure are!!

      Reply
  38. Tiffany (Fabulous Mom Blog) says

    06/05/2014 at 4:26 pm

    I commend Barbie for doing this project. It’s pretty amazing.

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      06/06/2014 at 9:53 am

      I love the conversations happening because of it!

      Reply
  39. Greta says

    06/05/2014 at 10:33 pm

    Awww…I love that you not only recognize how different they are, but foster it.

    Reply
  40. Carlee C says

    06/08/2014 at 6:50 pm

    This is so sweet. I think it is awesome when little ones gain confidence and shine.

    Reply
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  42. Rachel says

    01/31/2015 at 7:58 pm

    I have twins (boy/girl) plus one too. It’s wonderful seeing them each grow and develop. My twin girl is a strong ruler type, but at the same time defaults to wanting what the other boy twin wants. I’m having to help her find her own interests instead of defaulting to her twins interests all the time. Interesting watching them develop together, yet so differently.

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