I've always had a certain dislike for Barbie. I thought maybe getting her out of her high-heeled poses would help, or putting her in poses where she's actually doing things I would consider fun or relatable. One thing I noticed finally, is that even this version still has stick-up-the-butt-itis - she can't slouch or bend at the waist -
and maybe that's why she strikes me as being off-putting. She does bend just below her breasts, so she's
BUY NOWable to move side to side and do backbends. But her torso still doesn't twist - she can turn her head, or twist with her legs, is all. Still, a great improvement on a doll for girls to play with.
Update: Decided to get her some friends, pets, and different clothes; and I'm feeling more comfortable with her now. Watching some videos on youtube showed me the diversity of the Fashionista line, and how people are upgrading those dolls with these Made to Move Barbie bodies. And I learned that Barbie is only one year older than I am. In that context, I'm feeling more like her journey is relatable and worth celebrating.
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