Peter Pan has always been one of my most favorite stories. The book is brilliant. I was beyond ecstatic to be cast as Wendy in my high school’s production senior year – a dream role come true. The movie Finding Neverland is stunning – still one of my all-time favorite movies. And I was overjoyed when the “new” non-animated movie version came out in 2003.
J.M. Barrie’s beautiful story will always hold a magical, wonderful place in my heart.
It’s a story of grand adventure and keeping your childlike belief in the power of your own imagination.
I would just about die from excitement if I were ever granted the opportunity to play Wendy again onstage.
Seriously, cast me.
I think we could all take a life lesson from Mr. Barrie.
He reminds me not to take myself so seriously, but to be serious about my dreams and playtime.
So in honor of this magical story, I thought I’d share some of my favorite Peter Pan inspirations with you:
This would be the best nursery/kids room ever. Finally designing the bedroom of your dreams = best reason I can think of to procreate.
The new movie was so pretty I could hardly stand it.
You should know that the crocodile is my hero. My impression of him is killer. I spent a lot of time practicing it when I was four 16. I also think my apartment should seriously reconsider their shrubbery designs. For shame lame round boring shrubs…for shame.
A gorgeous modern day nightgown-inspired dress for grown up Wendys. Oh, if only I had somewhere to wear this!
This Neverland map belongs framed on my office wall.
Just as this beautifully illustrated book belongs on my nightstand.
A little Etsy art of one of my favorite quotes. I can see this sitting on my desk at work.
This bracelet is a stylishly work-appropriate way to remind yourself of Never Never Land when you need a little break from reality.
For my 26th birthday please?
This thimble and acorn “kiss” necklace is sweet!
Hand-painted wall art…perfect for any room!
Oh yeah…
Ah, to be 17 and Wendy again!
In college I suckered my poor friends into it for “theme day” when we taught theatre camp.
And, of course, the crocodile impression. Though these picture doesn’t even begin to do the real thing justice. Just ask Ted. It’s one of those “you have to see it” things.
You’re welcome for all of that, by the way.
Do you have a favorite story?
hey! PETER PAN IS GREAT!
also, the 2003 version is SO AMAZINGLY INCREDIBLE that i swear by it. i saw it in theatres, and it BLEW MY MIND!