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When I wrote the post about Barbies (We are All Barbies), I got some feedback, both positive and also some constructive in regard to the representation of women through dolls. Let me just say that I am fully aware of the lack of diversity in Barbie dolls representation of women's body sizes. I do know that Barbie's don't even represent realistic proportions but the post was meant as fun and somewhat empowering based on women's great characteristics. Moving on, I recently was contacted in regard to Go! Go! Sports Girls! dolls and their encouraging message, so I thought I would share because these are the kind of dolls that everyone can get on board with.
Multiple Disclaimers: *Before you all start getting up in arms at the idea that we are all Barbies, please give me the chance to explain myself and *this is going to get all mushy gushy on you aka Girl Power. I will start from the beginning, where this post idea first came from. I was in Toys R Us the other day, getting a shower gift for a friend. Because I had some time to meander about, I happened upon the aisle where the Barbie dolls spend their time. Guh, have you guys checked the selection these days? I don't ever remember there being SO.MANY.DOLLS. Barbie has done a great job of providing a doll for every race, profession, interest or childhood dream, but this selection also inspired me further than everyone of us being represented racially. We are being represented as women and our best, funnest characteristics.
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