News about a physically-challenged woman
Aimee Mullins, a woman whose legs are amputated, has been a Paralympics track star. Besides, she has another vocation – model. Being a Model? Could it be true? For most of people, it is almost unbelievable that one whose legs are amputated becomes a model.
However, the report also mentions that artificial legs are multifunctional nowadays. When Mullins was a Paralympics track star, she wore special artificial legs that can help her run fast. On the other hand, when she showed up at a fashion party, she wore thin and long artificial legs to make her a bombshell (a very attractive woman) in the spotlight. Mullins’s redefinition of physical disability surprises me, too. For her, artificial legs are used not only for walking; they can be stylish fashion accessories. Just like various contact lenses and eyeglasses that make people charming, artificial legs also have the similar functions.
This news changes my stereotype of artificial legs. I cannot help but admire the change brought by the amazing technology. Just as Mullins says, “she’s at the beginning of the end of that period when people who are missing natural limbs or have some other physical issue are automatically considered disabled.” Without doubt, technology changes people’s imagination and attitude toward the physically-challenged.
Zijing Art Exhibition
This was the first time I attended art exhibition this year. I had a fantastic experience this time. My friend, Joyce and I discussed various kinds of artistic works, sharing with each other the imagination, explanations and feelings of each work. Though it took us two hours to appreciate most of the exhibits, I still enjoyed the moment that I appreciated artistic exhibits with a bosom friend’s company.
The most interesting thing when we were at the exhibition was that sometimes we had different interpretations of the exhibits. Of course, some explanations make us laugh, so we did not feel bored at all within the precious two hours.
Finding a friend who has the same interest or taste as mine is not easy. Moreover, a patient, considerate friend is usually hard to find. Joyce is very patient whenever I ask her for help or invite her to join the activities. I am so fortunate to have Joyce as my good friend. Thank you so much, Joyce. ：）
