By Adam Ferguson
As you prepare to take your kid’s to see the Smurf’s this weekend … or, if you’re like Thomas, to stalk kids at the Smurf’s this weekend, take a gander at some of the crazy backstory to Smurfette. Lindy West at Slog goes in deep - too deep. Here are some choice examples from Smurfette’s Wikipedia page. Yes, Smurfette has her own Wikipedia page.
Papa Smurf took pity on her and took her to his laboratory, where they locked themselves in while he cast spells, including infusing her with moonbeams, before emerging.
….And his numerous animated creations.
By Baierman. Kid at heart.
I watched cartoons directed and created by Chuck Jones (Merrie Melodies, Looney Tunes, Tom & Jerry, The Grinch) all through my impressionable years.
I’m talking countless Saturday mornings soaking in the fun and outlandish action.
(Don’t know who Chuck Jones is? Slap yourself. Now! Then go get your cartoon education.)
Recently, I got some Looney Tunes box sets as a gift. Happy Birthday to me! These 4 discs sets are filled with all the classic shorts, as well as other rare gems.
Watching them again made me realize a few important lessons. Humor me.
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