I'm about to get really creative and original here, and jump on the band wagon of posting about the ideal Disney dream life, started by... dimitri, if memory serves.

Whose name would you want?

Anna. I always thought it was just so pretty, simple, soft and graceful. It's honestly the name I like best of the Disney Princesses, and the one I think would suit me best.



What skills would you want to develop?

I would want to develop Merida's archery, horseback riding, rock-climbing and other outdoor stills Merida displays in "I Will Fly." I've done a little archery but never stuck with it, ridden horses most of my childhood but got spooked easily (most riders have to deal with skittish horses, while my bombproof horses had to deal with a skittish rider), etc. I just love archery, animals, and nature, and would love to develop the skills.



Who would you want for a parent?

Disney's version of Chief Powhatan. Mulan's and Tiana's parents are very popular picks, and I can see it. I'll admit they were my first choices too. But after thinking it over, I have to admit I'm very fond of this guy. He's very kind, wise, a strong leader, cares a lot about his people, fights for their happiness and safety, and you can tell he loves his daughter dearly.

A few points against him are his wish for Pocahontas to settle down and marry Kokoum. If memory serves, he never orders her to marry or give up her free spirit, he just encourages her because he honestly thinks it's what's best. He also lets his anger rule him on the settlers, and helps start a huge war that would have devastated both sides. Again though, his intentions are noble and his anger is honestly not totally misplaced. The settlers came without warning, started tearing up the land, attacked his people at first sight, shot some of his warriors, and killed his finest warrior whom he was hoping would become his son-in-law. But he's still not beyond reason, as Pocahontas manages to talk him down at the climax (when she saves John's life), and by the end he's encouraging HER to do what she thinks is right. "You must choose your own path."

I love this guy. I know he sticks out like a sore thumb against the rest of my white bread European Disney fantasy, but but there you go.



Who would you want for a best friend?

Cinderella. She's shown to be so kind, gentle, helpful, and supportive. She works hard, she loves animals, and we see her going out of her way to help those in need. The way she saves, protects, clothes, provides for, and takes the fall for the mice in the house, never mind the birds, shows what a true and loyal friend Cinderella would be to a person.



Who would you want for your boyfriend?

I don't think they had boyfriends back then, more like betroths. I would pick Philip though. After all these years, I still think he's the most rounded and desirable prince. Handsome, charming, kind, witty, intelligent, sincere, confident, romantic, adventurous, good sense of humor, etc. And he can DANCE! *.* He's got it all!



Which dance scene would you like to experience?

Once Upon a Dream. The entire thing, from dancing with animals wearing the prince's clothes to the dancing with the actual prince. I've loved this since I was a little kid, and still sing and dance to it sometimes when I'm alone.





Which place would you like to live?

The fairy tale cottage in the middle of the forest. I guess that's not fully realistic since I'd be so far from civilization, but I guess maybe I'm not so deep in the forest that I can't occasionally travel to town to trade, shop, socialize, etc?



An honorable mention goes to Powhatan's tribe from Pocahontas. It might be better in the long run, since it would include family, community, steady trade, etc. Plus it would go with my overall theme of living in the forest, among animals, in harmony with nature, and using archery. (Then again, not sure how this fits in with the rest of my white bread world...)



Whose hair would you want to have?

Merida's! I've always loved long, while, untame, unruly hair! Just look at that beautiful mess of unbridled tresses! <3



Whose eyes would you want?

Belle's. I think they have just the loveliest size, shape, eyelashes, etc. The color is okay, but I'm not heartbroken over it. Hazel is still beautiful too!



Whose singing voice would you want?

Ariel's. I rag on her a lot, but I still think Judi Benson has just the most gorgeous singing voice.



Whose outfit would you like to have?

I wish I could give an original answer here, but...



Although Merida gets an honorable mention.



ZE END!