What’s the problem with princesses? They rule the land over other women and men, have wealth, servants, adoration and power. I’d be proud if my girl became a princess. She’d rule the land with a pink-laced fist of power.
How is it wrong for your girl to become the female authority of the kingdom (only Queen Mom and King Dad)? Why is it wrong for them to pursue power and beauty?
The portrayal of princesses in fiction is an issue, needing heroes and rescue, but when a girl wants to be a princess, in their mind they are powerful. It’s not much different from when a boy dreams of being a hero.
I mean, gosh, give the girl some credit. When a kid says they want to be a princess they are well aware of the privileges of royalty. Every kid wants a taste of power, like when boys want dinosaur pets to make them the ultimate badass of the schoolyard.
A boy wanting to be a pirate is pretty much the same. They have power (above the law no less!), a loyal crew to help solve his problems, and wealth and adventure.
Growing up will eventually have them realize that power requires effort and is not obtainable by everyone, and that realization will come no matter how fantastic their fantasies are. It’s called life.
Sheesh, it’s like all of you forgot you were kids at some point…
