The My Scene Lindsay Lohan doll: Ew!

Obviously, I can't hide my disdain, but, Lindsay Lohan is another one of those celebu-whatevers that I don't care for because I think she is a poor role model to young women. On screen, she may have big parts in quality movies, but off screen her image is really ungraceful. Disagree if you like, but that's my two cents. Well, for the holidays there is a My Scene Lindsay Lohan doll. The Lohan doll comes complete with her own party Limo. Here's the description of the Lohan dollie:

"A great gift for ages 6-12 Years The doll captures the likeness of Lindsay Lohan, and the fun trendy outfit expresses Lindsay's fashion-forward sense of style. The My Scene Lindsay Lohan doll is ready to hit the red carpet with a full movie premiere outfit, faux fur-trimmed coat, director's chair, velvet-style rope and lots of fun movie-themed accessories. Movie stars always arrive in style, and this luxurious SUV party limo is decked out with glitz and glam from door to door, including working lights, a beverage bar, fancy seats and a real hot tub."

Perhaps this bothers me more than others but the picture of this 7-8 year old girl idolizing someone like Lindsay Lohan sends shivers up me timbers. Some may say, "It's just a doll." I say, that everything you put in front of a child sends them a message. Over time, all the little messages add up, and become full on belief systems. If there is a balance, then that's better.

I'm not against girls having girlie toys, I'm just saying that there should be some kind of pacing. Like with this specific toy, what does a 6-12 year old girl need  to be playing with a Limo loaded with a bar and hot tub? Why not give kids more time to revel in their innocence. There will be plenty of time to play with limos and red carpets when they grow up.