A few years ago, I had the privilege of meeting Bonnie
Zacherle, the creator of MY LITTLE PONY. She is a wonderfully funny, talented,
and sweet person and I feel lucky to call her a friend. Her innovative idea of
small cuddly ponies with brushable manes shaped my childhood and those of
millions of others around the world.
While playing a table topics game with my extended family
during the Christmas of 2012, I was asked to name three people (living or
deceased) with whom I would like to spend a day. I instantly answered Bonnie
Zacherle and Walt Disney, but was at a loss for a third.
A few months later in April of 2013, I was given the
opportunity to visit Bonnie Zacherle in her home. I was beyond excited to be
spending the day with her, chatting about the history of MY LITTLE PONY, and
even getting to see and hold her original PONY prototype models. I don’t think
I’ve ever smiled so big in a photo!
Since that first meeting, I’ve had the pleasure of hosting
Bonnie at the 2013 and 2014 MY LITTLE PONY Fair and traveling with her to New
York last spring. I feel grateful to have met Bonnie and I look forward to many
more visits and chats in the future. She is an amazing lady and deserves to be
celebrated.
Happy Birthday, Ms. Bonnie Zacherle! I hope you have a
lovely day.
