Barbie Best
Barbie and Ken, Together Again
Barbie and Ken have new looks and most likely a new life … and love.
For Barbie fans, the situation between Barbie and Ken leaves cause for concern. Together for 43 years, the famous couple called it stops in 2004. Many long-time devotees Barbie games were shocked when the long-term couple split, but others claim to have seen the end and before he arrived. Except for four years now, there are rumors that Barbie and Ken have been spotted together frequently. These are lending fuel to gossip that the pair might be seeking reconciliation.
The two plastic celebrities met on the set of a television commercial in 1961, and have been together since. Despite the many well known balls, banquets and special occasions, the couple never married and finally reached a point where they needed a little away from each other. There were rumors at the time of the break-up that both parties were seeking attention from newer dolls, but no new relationships ever came from that gossip.
The New Ken
In 2004, Ken left Barbie amicably seeking a new single life. In 2006 he returned more muscular and attractive than ever. While nothing is certain about the two years that he was out of the spotlight, it is clear at least some of his time was used to a new body and a new style.
When Ken came back into the social arena Barbie's, he was immediately in competition with other fit, attractive types, and Barbie stayed cool. Or at least she appeared at the moment. She complimented his new look through her publicist, but seems not to have renewed affection. In 2007, however, Barbie made a few changes in her life. She developed a fitter, more natural look and took on some of the newest styles. She changed careers (again) and made new friends. And more importantly, the small changes they made seem to have brought Barbie back into the dating game.
The New Barbie
When a woman feels good about herself, her self esteem ratchets and so does her general state of productivity and happiness. Barbie looks good and feels great, and the men in her life – including Ken – are definitely taking notice.
More the past year has seen Barbie and Ken leaving stores together and appearing together in television spots. The pair was thought to have reconciled in 2006, but all evidence now shows that the two would indeed lead to a new level of commitment in their relationship in 2008.
The new relationship
Barbie has a new woman, proud of her figure and her performance. On her own for the first time in four decades, they show the world that a woman can certainly survive and thrive on its own. Be apart gave both Barbie and Ken a golden opportunity to redefine themselves and seek a new beginning. And now that they have new perspectives on life, they also seem to be a very positive outlook on their future together. We wish them the best of luck.
About the Author
Lea Smith is a barbie dolls enthusiast and she loves to play various Barbie Games.
She is also the webmaster of www.barbie-dressupgames.com wherein you can find tons of great online flash games to play.
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