It’s incredible to consider how sophisticated and technologically advanced children’s toys have become over the years, considering how content we once were with much basic toys. Consider an old-fashioned pair of roller skates. Kids used to get together and go roller skating long before scooters and trick bikes gained popularity. Additionally, if you grew up in the 1950s or 1960s, your conception of roller skates is probably very different from what they look like now.
Roller skating was first popularized by the baby boomers, however it dates back to the mid-1700s. A popular design of roller skates that had a wooden or metal base and leather straps first appeared in the 1950s.
You just stepped onto the skate base while wearing your shoes, if you can still remember using these roller skates. Except for a little toe clamp, the straps went around your ankle, which was virtually the only thing holding your foot in place.
These skates were so much fun and created so many memories. Roller skating was not only a hobby; it was a rite of passage, complete with learning to balance, the thrill of speeding down the pavement with pals, and the occasional injured knee.
Even if today’s youth are accustomed to electric scooters and high-tech devices, there is something unique and endearing about the classic design and simplicity of roller skates. They take us back to a simpler time when we could walk two feet to have fun and life moved more slowly.
The photo of Halle Berry triggered a variety of reactions over the weekend
I can imagine the enormous pressure celebrities face on a daily basis. While criticism of their work is often unavoidable and sometimes even justified, it’s unrealistic to expect every artist to hit the mark every time. Just as entertainers can have nights off, it’s part of the job.
However, in today’s world, one would hope that public figures would rise above personal attacks and online trolling. Unfortunately, that is not the case. The internet has become a giant megaphone that amplifies every opinion and makes it easy for anyone to voice negativity. Not only do celebrities have to deal with real-life encounters with angry fans, but they also have to deal with a barrage of harsh comments when sharing moments from their lives on social media.
Halle Berry experienced this first hand over the weekend when she posted a stunning nude photo of herself. The Oscar-winning actress posted a picture of herself on a balcony, holding a glass of wine and nothing else, with the caption: “Doing what I want to do.”
While many fans praised her for the stunning shot, there were of course negative reactions as well. One critic voiced her disapproval and suggested that at her age, she should focus on family instead of sharing nude photos.
Given her long-standing status as a Hollywood icon, you’d think Berry would ignore such negativity. But the Catwoman star had a witty response that her followers found entertaining. She retweeted the criticism, adding, “Did you know a shrimp’s heart is in its head?”
Fans rallied around her, with one commenter saying, “As someone your age, keep living your best life and sharing whatever you want.” Another added, “Imagine being upset because a beautiful woman is proud of her body, that can’t be me.” Even actress Audra McDonald chimed in, saying, “You won the internet today with this backlash.”
In fact, Berry’s smart response garnered far more positive attention than the initial criticism. It’s refreshing to see someone stand up to narrow-minded bullies. What do you think about Halle Berry and her decision to share this nude photo? Do you think she crossed any boundaries? Share your opinion in the comments!
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