(Entry 2) Childhood Comforts
Growing up, we all had certain things that brought us joy, whether a show, toy, or favorite place. But once we get older, we are expected to "grow out of it." Why should we give up something we cherish just because we got older?
The Griffin Gazette states, "... kids' shows are no longer just for kids." And I wholeheartedly agree! I was never allowed to play with toys or watch cartoons as a child. So, any TV I watched was old movies my family enjoyed. However, that changed when the first How to Train Your Dragon film was released in 2010.
Watching it on the big screen was like nothing I've ever experienced. Seeing these dragons, it was like they were real. The everyday activities between Hiccup and Toothless as they bonded were mesmerizing. Since then, the Dreamworks Dragons series has been my favorite.
Whenever I feel down or need something in the background to do my work, I put on one of the movies or Dragons: Race to the Edge. Watching the characters grow up as I did was surreal. It was something that had comforted me whenever I needed it and even became a distraction from difficult times. It became so entwined with my life that I constantly tried to get my friends into it. I wanted to show the people I cherished how important it was for me. I once even made a two-hour slideshow presentation that covered all the movies and Race to the Edge about why Hiccup was overrated.
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I completely agree, some things you never grow out of! That's really cute that this movie was like a core memory for you. I haven't seen any of the How To Train Your Dragon movies, but I will gladly watch them if you recommend! :)
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love that you chose this movie to talk about! It is also one of my all time favorites. I've watched the movies so many times and have seen the show "Race to Dragon's Edge" literally probably 12 times over. I guess the idea of Vikings riding dragons is pretty awesome to me and speaks to the imaginative side of myself. I'm glad you're able to live out your childhood now with the freedom to watch what you want.
ReplyDeleteNice job of integrating your outside quote, hyperlinks, and the image to provide additional support and engage the reader. I've only seen the first of these Dragon movies but you've piqued my interest in the series.
ReplyDeleteI really liked this blog and i agree about the not growing out of movies/comics/books from a younger age. It brings this rush evertime thats connected to your childhood.
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