I had a few Barbie dolls growing up. But truth be told I only really liked one of them. Mine were all from the thrift shop and slightly used so that took away from the thrill for me. But there was a cheaper option that was sold at the grocery store called Shani dolls. I had one called Asha. I still have her to this day somewhere in Chicago in my mom’s storage. I loved that doll with all my heart. I felt like we looked just alike and I loved the built in gold earrings she came with. I would put on my mom’s big gold earrings and pretend to be Asha. When I played with my other dolls, Asha was always the Queen. Strawberry Shortcake, Barbie, and Polly Pocket were her loyal subjects in her kingdom. Here’s a trip back down memory lane…
Asha and Shani Beach Dolls
The Shani dolls came in different editions. My Asha doll was the beach hair streak version above on the left. I wanted a Soul Train one so bad. I might still get one the next time it shows up on ebay.
Shani Dolls Soul Train Special Editions: Asha, Jamal, Shani, and Nichelle
Asha Soul Train
