Item SKU: 26232
My Girls
Looking at you, I see wonder, joy, strength
This piece was directed by the models. The poses that the girls naturally assumed showed their relationship with their dad much better than I could have instructed them. Their father was the anchor—the girls fluttered around him. I got a sense of how the girls saw him as strong and reassuring. They looked at him with a “my dad can do anything” look. The dad was clearly having fun being with his daughters. I wanted to make this a two-way piece—the girls look to his strength and stability, and he looks to them as his greatest source of joy. I think the beauty of a good father/daughter relationship is in its duality. I hope the sentiment can be read from either perspective —father to daughters, or daughter to father.
Your Stories 
I describe myself as a typical 40-year-old male, probably insensitive like most middle-aged males. One day I saw and bought "My Girls" as a gift for my wife and daughters, but probably more for me. It holds such a special symbolism to me that is very hard to explain. I look at it most days and it brings out such strong emotions, for which I thankyou.
Reading other peoples comments about this figurine shows me that you, Susan, are an angel just like those you depict in your work. You have been sent to the world to make us feel better.
Submitted by Zack in QLD, March 2011
My daughter gave me this piece for my birthday this year. It brought me to tears the second I saw it. I lost my dad in 2009, and the figurine of two little girls with their father reminded me of my dad, my, sister, and me. Thank you with all my heart.
Submitted by YOLANDA in CA, January 2011
I married the love of my life July 16, 1983. We had our first daughter in 1986 and our second daughter in 1990. Both girls considered their daddy their hero. He was the most patient, amazing dad. On Feb. 8, 2010, at the age of 53, he had a massive heart attack and was gone before we could say goodbye. We were, and still are, heartbroken. A few months ago I saw the figure, My Girls. My heart melted. Today, Dec. 29, 2010, my oldest daughter's best friend, whom I consider my third daughter, gave "My Girls" to me. I was so thrilled! All I could do was cry. I had wanted that since the day I first saw it. It is sitting with my collection where I can look at it every day and remember how special my husband was, and still is, to our daughters. Thank you for creating with such thoughtfulness!
Submitted by stephanie in TN, December 2010
My story begins 13 years ago when I met my future husband. Our relationship was an amazing one based on love and our faith in God. We were married in 1999 and proceeded to start a family right away. We had our first daughter in the summer of 2000 and our second daughter in the summer of 2002. He became the most amazing Daddy to them. I stayed home for seven years to raise them until they went to school while my husband worked hard to keep me home. After they began school, I found a job. In Jan. 2010 we had the opportunity to buy a small town Diner. With a lot of hard work we were able to make a go of it. My husband loved to ride his Harley and so did I. So on Memorial Day we opened the Diner but things were slow so we closed at noon. Then he and I went on a ride while my dear friend and neighbor watched the girls and her daughter for a few hours. We came back and he was going to take my friend for a ride around the block, which we did all the time. He kissed me and told me he loved me and would be back soon. I was watching my girls and her daughter when two hours later there were two state troopers and the coroner on my door step. My husband of 11 years and my best friend were killed three miles from my home. I am slowly recovering. I had to give up our diner because it was too much for one person. When I saw the piece My Girls, I melted. I am going to put it in his stocking and let my girls discover it and let them know that Daddy is in Heaven with Jesus but he will always be in their hearts forever.
Submitted by Michelle in Pa., November 2010
My husband passed away 6 months ago and when I saw that Willow Tree had a figurine "My Girls", I knew it would be perfect for my two daughters. On my way home from purchasing theirs I stopped at a consignment store and saw they had the Willow Tree figurine "Together". The card read, "For those who have found their true partner in love and life". It was just perfect for me. I own five other Willow Tree figurines, but "My Girls", and the "Together" figurines are by far the most meaningful to me and will always be my favorites.
Thank you for your beautiful art & the comfort the figurines bring during difficult times.
JZ
Submitted by Joanne in Iowa, October 2010
I am a busy dad, probably too busy. I know this, because I complained to my wife today of having to interrupt my work to walk my daughter to dance class. Then I remembered that my daughters need me more than I need my work. Not coincidentally, I finally remembered to put my Willow Tree "My Girls" in my office today. Every time I see it, I remember to say out loud the phrase in the way my very young daughters pronounce it: "mah gay-yurlz". And I smile and leave my work behind and throw my girls on top of my shoulders and listen to their incessant chatter about their day. And I marvel at them. My girls.
Submitted by Aaron in Mississippi, September 2010
I had been seeking a Willow Tree figurine to represent me and my two daughters for sometime. A few days ago, I decided to search again online, and found #26232 'My Girls'. I simply had to order one, as I wanted it more than ever, since splitting from my wife. It will have pride of place on my fireplace and I can't wait to show my daughters the next time they visit.
Submitted by Steve in United Kingdom, July 2010
My father passed away just under three weeks ago on June 7th. He was 51 years old. It was especially difficult considering Father's Day was this past Sunday, and also my 20th birthday was this past Wednesday. My dad had two girls, me being the youngest of the two. We both have our father's curly brown hair, and look so much like this figurine. I saw this figurine online and expressed how much I loved it. Today, I opened my birthday gift from my Father's girlfriend to find myself holding the "My Girls" figurine in my hands. I have now ordered one to send to my sister, as well. Thank you, Susan Lordi, for making such a beautiful piece that can solidify such wonderful memories for those who may sometimes feel lost.
Submitted by Rachel in New York, June 2010
I gave my husband 'My Girls' for Father's Day this year. The story is behind this gift is very ironic to our family. We have two beautiful little girls, and every Valentine's Day, my husband takes them to the Father-Daughter Dance. They love it!! This year unbeknownst to us the local newspaper took a picture of them dancing with their daddy. We did not know this until the paper came out the next week with them on the front page. The pose was exactly like that of your figurine. When I came upon it a couple months later I knew it would make the best Father's Day gift!
Submitted by Julie in Missouri, June 2010
My mom bought my sister and I both our own My Girls piece for Father's Day 2010 in memory and honor of our daddy. Our dad passed away a couple years ago of cancer. As children and adults we were very close to our father. When I received this I cried. There is no better way to represent the love our dad had for us and the love we had/have for him. What a beautiful work of art this is!
Submitted by Marissa in Indiana, June 2010
I bought this gift for my husband for Father's Day. It's such a exquisite piece. We have two daughters whom he adores and I caught him gazing at the sculpture for a long time. I think he loved it.
Submitted by Tanushree in California, June 2010
My husband and I have 2 beautiful little girls and this was the perfect gift for Father's Day 2010.
Submitted by Julia in Ontario, Canada, June 2010
I am getting this for my husband for Fathers Day. We have two girls who adore their daddy. My husband cherishes his daughters to no end. Our youngest always gives "daddy pulls" just like this. I see my family in this all over it.
Submitted by Kandi in Texas, May 2010
Another Father's Day, spent in Iraq. What a perfect gift to send our Hero! He will truly FEEL all of the love that his 2 girls have for him from afar, with this timeless piece. Thanks Susan!
Submitted by Jackie in Colorado, May 2010
Our son has two beautiful little girls. His oldest daughter Giana was diagnosed with Loeys-Dietz Syndrome. Giana had spinal surgery last year. Her little sister Luciana looks up to her sister and spends many hours in the car visiting Drs. The girls' daddy loves them so much and is so proud of them. They are what makes his life so fulfilling with love. I am buying this figurine and giving this to the girls' dad when we leave for our trip. Our family has Willow figurines in our homes.
Sincerely,
Anna Gould
Danny's mom...and Giana and Luciana's Grandma
Submitted by Anna in California, January 2010
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