Barbie Millicent Roberts was first displayed to the world in 1959 at the New York Toy Fair. She was named after her creator Ruth Handler’s daughter Barbara.

She has seen a half century of changes during her life, but not a winkle or grey hair to show for it. She has endured criticisms over stereotypes, boyfriend choices, aOlernKienOP air jordan 5 v raging bull defining moments package ii How To Use Velcro Ar etc. She has air jordan force 5 white orange blue done every career imaginable from astronaut to president to a air jordan spizike bordeaux 2012 gymnast.

Her fashion has set the tone for many girls dreaming of a career in fashion with her endless dresses, hip accessories and to die for shoes.

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Ruth Handler had stated in the past that Barbie was all about giving girls choices. aOlernKienOP air jordan iv 4 retro isaiah doernbecher db charty The History of Broadway That she has done. We now have the Barbie doctor kit, Barbie houses, Barbie vet kits, cars, air jordan 1 retro white university blue dogs, pools, mansions and the list is endless.

Believe me I know. My daughter’s room looks like a Barbie factory threw up in it. I can’t tell you how annoying it is to step on one of those high heeled shoes in the middle of aOlernKienOP air jordan 3 infrared 23 white cement grey infrared 23 black What Celebriti the night. That is an entirely different story, however.

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“Because it is girl stuff!” she yells.

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Happy birthday Barbie! Here is to another 50 more! And I do hope you never get a wrinkle air jordan 10 x retro black white or turn grey haired. I want my toys to be invincible! Have a great celebration!