Today is the birthday of Walt Kelly, the most important cartoonist who ever drew breath. He knew how to use pen and ink to make a point. He wasn’t afraid to address head-on the problems of the day, whether they be political, religious or environmental.
His most famous creation was a little fellow called Pogo, with whom I have always related. If he weren’t a possum, I believe he’d have made a lovely husband.
There were rumours that one of Kelly’s characters may have been inspired by me, however there’s no way that could be true. I didn’t sleep with him until long after she appeared in print.
Today of all days, we should remember the power that words and pictures can have. Write a letter to your newspaper about an issue that’s been bugging your bear. Draw a picture of the world as a better place. Start a petition to make my books available on Amazon. Do something, for god’s sakes; sales have been down and I need a holiday.
Be inspired, dear hearts!
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