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As someone who is definitely Gen Z and doesn't know anyone who is Gen Alpha, I am very, very concerned for them.
TL;DR: Gen Alpha is watching or watched poor quality educational shows as kids, such as Ryan's World and Cocomelon. Additionally, the rise of AI could see devastating consequences for them as they enter their adolescence and young adulthood in the 2030s and 2040s.
Gen Alpha's start date is mostly considered to be 2010, to the general public at large (a few say 2013). I would actually consider Gen Alpha to start in 2015, but most people tend to say otherwise.
For the sake of "the popular opinion", I will use a 2010 start date as 99% of the population seems to use it (even if it makes no sense). Like, go on YouTube. Next to no one there considers 2010 to be Gen Z.
The cause of concern is mainly in what they're watching. Skibidi toilet is not the problem. It's the "educational" shows they watch that are the problem.
I could care less about "skibidi toilet"; we had stupid videos and the like as well when we were kids and they were on the same level. Even something like Blippi which is also widely hated outside of the age demographic, isn't really "dangerous" but just "annoying". We had our own "annoying" preschool shows. Barney, Wow Wow Wubbzy, Dora The Explorer, etc.
But Cocomelon and Ryan's World are not just "annoying". They are actively dangerous to kids' minds.
Cocomelon brainwashes kids that watch it (kids get glued into the TV while watching it and have temper tantrums if the parent cuts it off) and has constant jump cuts with a super fast pace. There is no story to Cocomelon, no likeable characters with personalities, not even a moment of silence or calmness.
Ryan's World does contain more of a story and there are characters with personalities, but it's filled with commercialism and advertisements, and none of those characters (Combo Panda, Alpha Lexa, Gus The Grummy Gator) are memorable at all. Oh, and Ryan's parents are exploiting their child for money and fame.
Instead of being given quality educational programming, Gen Alpha is being given a tablet and are sat in front of a screen watching Cocomelon or Ryan's World. And that doesn't even mention Elsagate, which is making a big comeback in the mid-2020s.
Cocomelon has no effort put into it whatsoever. There are studies showing that it warps the minds of the kids who watch it.
People on YouTube are just saying that "Gen Alpha is so cringe" or are making fun of them for watching skibidi toilet.
I don't have that feeling towards them. I feel genuinely terrible for Gen Alpha. It's their parents who are at fault. They are the ones who are giving their kids the iPads.
To be clear: Not every parent with a Gen Alpha child is bad.
While there are many very naive/irresponsible parents with Gen Alpha kids, that doesn't make every single parent bad. There are a few Gen Alpha kids growing up with great educational shows old and new. Puffin Rock and Bluey are two good modern-day examples.
But I find it pretty damn ironic that Gen Alpha is being exposed to Cocomelon so much considering how many iconic educational shows their parents were able to grow up with.
The parents of Gen Alpha are primarily (but not entirely) made up of Xennials, Millennials and Zillennials, who grew up watching (for the most part) much higher quality educational shows. Some Gen X and Gen Z parents too, but not as common.
All of those people got to grow up with some great educational shows as kids:
3-2-1 Contact and Square One TV for Xennials, The Magic School Bus and Bill Nye The Science Guy for Millennials, Dragon Tales and Between The Lions for Zillennials.
And shows that Millennials and Gen Z experienced as they were new (Arthur, Cyberchase, Bear In The Big Blue House, Blues Clues, and debatably, the aforementioned Dragon Tales and Between The Lions).
Dragon Tales (along with Bear In The Big Blue House) seems to be one of those shows that unites almost all Zillennials.
Even something such as Barney The Dinosaur has far more care and effort put into it than Cocomelon ever will. The only truly harmful educational show from back then was Caillou, and even then it was surrounded by tons of great educational shows for kids on the same channel (PBS Kids) so kids weren't solely watching Caillou. In fact, Arthur, Clifford, Cyberchase and Dragon Tales were all just as popular in the 2000s (more popular, arguably).
Many kids are watching Cocomelon and nothing else; if they do, most of the time the other shows they watch are completely inappropriate and/or are of very poor quality.
Of course, that doesn't mean there aren't any good shows kids today have. The Owl House and Bluey are two popular cartoons of the 2020s that Gen Alpha could've watched.
Unfortunately, kids are not the ones watching these; Bluey seems to be far more popular with adults than kids and the same is true with The Owl House.
And even shows that are still running, like Sesame Street and Cyberchase, aren't as popular with Gen Alpha as Cocomelon or Ryan's World.
You would think these parents would know better and raise their kids with the shows they grew up with, but many of them couldn't care less what their kids watch. They don't care about the quality of what their child is watching and just want to get their kid to shut up.
God knows what Gen Alpha is watching on YouTube Kids...
The worst thing about this is the fact that many Gen Alpha kids have unrestricted access to YouTube Kids, a site where someone could label a Final Destination death scene as "made for kids", and a 6 year old could watch it on YouTube Kids and be forever traumatized. It's easier than one would think! You can easily find 18+ material on the kids version of the site, and not just gore but also South Park and Futurama (which are not meant for kids at all).
And then there's the rise of AI.
Unlike previous generations, Gen Alpha will never know a world without AI, at least one where it wasn't a part of daily life. Even the younger members of Gen Z had their childhood largely free from the era of AI, growing up as kids in the late 2010s and early 2020s.
The oldest of Gen Alpha was no older than 12 years old when ChatGPT came out; there are many rumors that Disney's Wish was written at least partially by AI. By the time the oldest members of Gen Alpha become adults during the very late 2020s, AI will be more advanced than we could've ever imagined even today.
We've seen what AI can do, and it is very frightening. AI-generated images, music, sentences and scripts, and even AI-generated video. What will this be like by 2032, when the very oldest of Alpha turn 22 and start graduating from college?
Gen Alpha could be the first generation ever to lack any real social life at all, instead relying completely on AI for consuming pop culture (movies, games, books, music, etc).
In the year 2037, instead of having real human friends, a Gen Alpha 20 year old adult might have an AI-generated anime waifu girlfriend with an AI voice go with them to watch a movie written and made by AI.
That sounds crazy in 2024, but 13 years is a long time. Not even 5 years ago, AI-generated music, art and videos of higher quality would've been unthinkable to the general public at large. Now it is almost certainly going to happen.
I doubt any of our elected officials will do anything to try and stop this. It may already be too late to stop AI from taking over. And if it is, Gen Alpha really is cooked. And it'll be every other generation's fault.
I blame Gen Z for making fun of Gen Alpha instead of trying to combat the issues they're dealing with. We're not helping by mocking them for liking skibidi toilet videos, and gatekeeping the youngest members of Gen Z from our generation and our nostalgia. And the oldest members of Gen Z are already old enough to have kids, and i'm very concerned about that as well considering how X and Millennials are raising their Alpha kids.
I feel so, so bad for Gen Alpha. Please don't mock them for liking a stupid YouTube meme. Try and do whatever you can to help them. To save them from Cocomelon and Ryan's World and AI. Please raise your Gen Alpha kids right.

As someone who is definitely Gen Z and doesn't know anyone who is Gen Alpha, I am very, very concerned for them.
TL;DR: Gen Alpha is watching or watched poor quality educational shows as kids, such as Ryan's World and Cocomelon. Additionally, the rise of AI could see devastating consequences for them as they enter their adolescence and young adulthood in the 2030s and 2040s.
For those not familiar: Gen Alpha is the next generation after Gen Z (who, in term, came after Millennials). The oldest of Gen Alpha is only 11 years old in 2024.
The cause of concern is mainly in what they're watching. Skibidi toilet is not the problem. It's the "educational" shows they watch that are the problem.
I could care less about "skibidi toilet"; we had stupid videos and the like as well when we were kids and they were on the same level. Even something like Blippi which is also widely hated outside of the age demographic, isn't really "dangerous" but just "annoying". We had our own "annoying" preschool shows. Barney, Wow Wow Wubbzy, Dora The Explorer, etc.
But Cocomelon and Ryan's World are not just "annoying". They are actively dangerous to kids' minds.
Cocomelon brainwashes kids that watch it (kids get glued into the TV while watching it and have temper tantrums if the parent cuts it off) and has constant jump cuts with a super fast pace. There is no story to Cocomelon, no likeable characters with personalities, not even a moment of silence or calmness.
Ryan's World does contain more of a story and there are characters with personalities, but it's filled with commercialism and advertisements, and none of those characters (Combo Panda, Alpha Lexa, Gus The Grummy Gator) are memorable at all. Oh, and Ryan's parents are exploiting their child for money and fame.
Instead of being given quality educational programming, Gen Alpha is being given a tablet and are sat in front of a screen watching Cocomelon or Ryan's World. And that doesn't even mention Elsagate, which is making a big comeback in the mid-2020s.
Cocomelon has no effort put into it whatsoever. There are studies showing that it warps the minds of the kids who watch it.
People on YouTube are just saying that "Gen Alpha is so cringe" or are making fun of them for watching skibidi toilet.
I don't have that feeling towards them. I feel genuinely terrible for Gen Alpha. It's their parents who are at fault. They are the ones who are giving their kids the iPads.
To be clear: Not every parent with a Gen Alpha child is bad.
While there are many very naive/irresponsible parents with Gen Alpha kids, that doesn't make every single parent bad. There are a few Gen Alpha kids growing up with great educational shows old and new. Puffin Rock and Bluey are two good modern-day examples.
But I find it pretty damn ironic that Gen Alpha is being exposed to Cocomelon so much considering how many iconic educational shows their parents were able to grow up with.
The parents of Gen Alpha are primarily (but not entirely) made up of Xennials, Millennials and Zillennials, who grew up watching (for the most part) much higher quality educational shows. Some Gen X and Gen Z parents too, but not as common.
All of those people got to grow up with some great educational shows as kids:
3-2-1 Contact and Square One TV for Xennials, The Magic School Bus and Bill Nye The Science Guy for Millennials, Dragon Tales and Between The Lions for Zillennials.
And shows that Millennials and Gen Z experienced as they were new (Arthur, Cyberchase, Bear In The Big Blue House, Blues Clues, and debatably, the aforementioned Dragon Tales and Between The Lions).
Dragon Tales (along with Bear In The Big Blue House) seems to be one of those shows that unites almost all Zillennials.
Even something such as Barney The Dinosaur has far more care and effort put into it than Cocomelon ever will. The only truly harmful educational show from back then was Caillou, and even then it was surrounded by tons of great educational shows for kids on the same channel (PBS Kids) so kids weren't solely watching Caillou. In fact, Arthur, Clifford, Cyberchase and Dragon Tales were all just as popular in the 2000s (more popular, arguably).
Many kids are watching Cocomelon and nothing else; if they do, most of the time the other shows they watch are completely inappropriate and/or are of very poor quality.
Of course, that doesn't mean there aren't any good shows kids today have. The Owl House and Bluey are two popular cartoons of the 2020s that Gen Alpha could've watched.
Unfortunately, kids are not the ones watching these; Bluey seems to be far more popular with adults than kids and the same is true with The Owl House.
And even shows that are still running, like Sesame Street and Cyberchase, aren't as popular with Gen Alpha as Cocomelon or Ryan's World.
You would think these parents would know better and raise their kids with the shows they grew up with, but many of them couldn't care less what their kids watch. They don't care about the quality of what their child is watching and just want to get their kid to shut up.
God knows what Gen Alpha is watching on YouTube Kids
The worst thing about this is the fact that many Gen Alpha kids have unrestricted access to YouTube Kids, a site where someone could label a Final Destination death scene as "made for kids", and a 6 year old could watch it on YouTube Kids and be forever traumatized. It's easier than one would think! You can easily find 18+ material on the kids version of the site, and not just gore but also South Park and Futurama (which are not meant for kids at all).
And then there's the rise of AI.
Unlike previous generations, Gen Alpha will never know a world without AI, at least one where it wasn't a part of daily life. Even the younger members of Gen Z had their childhood largely free from the era of AI, growing up as kids in the late 2010s and early 2020s.
The oldest of Gen Alpha was still in elementary school when ChatGPT came out; there are many rumors that Disney's Wish was written at least partially by AI. By the time the oldest members of Gen Alpha become adults during the 2030s, AI will be more advanced than we could've ever imagined even today.
We've seen what AI can do, and it is very frightening. AI-generated images, music, sentences and scripts, and even AI-generated video. What will this be like by 2031, when the very oldest of Alpha turn 18?
Gen Alpha could be the first generation ever to lack any real social life at all, instead relying completely on AI for consuming pop culture (movies, games, books, music, etc).
In the year 2037, instead of having real human friends, a Gen Alpha 20 year old adult might have an AI-generated anime waifu girlfriend with an AI voice go with them to watch a movie written and made by AI.
That sounds crazy in 2024, but 13 years is a long time. Not even 5 years ago, AI-generated music, art and videos of higher quality would've been unthinkable to the general public at large. Now it is almost certainly going to happen.
I doubt any of our elected officials will do anything to try and stop this. It may already be too late to stop AI from taking over. And if it is, Gen Alpha really is cooked. And it'll be every other generation's fault.
I blame Gen Z for making fun of Gen Alpha instead of trying to combat the issues they're dealing with. We're not helping by mocking them for liking skibidi toilet videos, and gatekeeping the youngest members of Gen Z from our generation and our nostalgia. And the oldest members of Gen Z are already old enough to have kids, and i'm very concerned about that as well considering how X and Millennials are raising their Alpha kids.
I feel so, so bad for Gen Alpha. Please don't mock them for liking a stupid YouTube meme. Try and do whatever you can to help them. To save them from Cocomelon and Ryan's World and AI. Please raise your Gen Alpha kids right.

Hello, everyone! My name is u/Lazy_Arrival4516, and I have three special things for my friend u/stewblock2023! Yes, three of them. So let’s start off with the first one, which is an upcoming refreshed version of Toño Prada’s cartoon mural. You know? The mural created by Spanish graffiti artist Toño Prada for INCIBE while it’s inspired by three hybrid crossover Disney movies called Who Framed Roger Rabbit?, Chip n' Dale: Rescue Rangers and Once Upon A Studio, as well as many other crossovers like Super Smash Bros., Peter Kay's Animated All-Star Band from Children in Need, The Children's Party at the Palace, every single bumper from Cartoon Network's 20th Birthday, the Simpsons and Family Guy crossover, and many other crossovers due to various iconic cartoon characters on it? Yep! But this time, it will be a blank longer version of the mural, with its gates having the same shape. It will have the same characters from the mural, but also, “more characters”. Plus, the characters will be completely white drawings with black bolder and no details when they’re in the base. Also, the drawings will have each number on them, representing more than 268 cartoon characters. But don’t worry! I’ll make sure that u/stewblock2023 will handle this, by painting the mural to what the fan-made version looks like! Here’s the numbered list of all the characters in order:

1. Dumbo.
2. Eek the Cat.
3. Magilla Gorilla.
4. Bandolero.
5. Fanboy from Fanboy & Chum Chum.
6. Cueio.
7. A Rabbid.
8. Butthead.
9. Batman.
10. Pinkie Pie.
11. Winnie the Pooh.
12. Optimus Prime.
13. Hello Kitty.
14. The Don’t Hug Me I’m Scared trio.
15. Charlie Brown.
16. Tigger.
17. Roger Rabbit.
18. Superman.
19. Beavis.
20. Mordecai and Rigby.
21. Clarence.
22. Saint Seiya.
23. Lippy the Lion and Hardy Har Har.
24. Presto the Magician.
25. Mabel Pines and Waddles.
26. He-Man.
27. Darkwing Duck.
28. Mighty Mouse.
29. Elroy Jetson.
30. Patty Rabbit.
31. David the Gnome.
32. Do-Your-Best Bear.
33. Vicky the Viking.
34. Naruto.
35. Wil E. Coyote.
36. Chuckie Finster.
37. Road Runner.
38. Delfy.
39. Lincoln Loud.
40. Bernard Bear.
41. Donatello.
42. Dr. Zitbag.
43. Dartacan.
44. Finn and Jake.
45. No Face.
46. Totoro.
47. Thomas the Tank Engine.
48. Hank Hill.
49. Tommy Pickles.
50. Reptar.
51. Blooter from Poppets Town.
52. Mike Wazowski.
53. Shrek.
54. Lightning McQueen.
55. Woody and Buzz Lightyear.
56. Elliott the Dragon.
57. Gumball Watterson.
58. Darwin Watterson.
59. Anais Watterson.
60. The Cat in the Hat.
61. Po Ping.
62. The Penguins of Madagascar.
63. Pingu.
64. Noisy from Little Robots.
65. Scrooge McDuck (reboot version only).
66. Snap from ChalkZone.
67. Blue from Rainbow Friends (Cartoon Games version only).
68. Pike from Pike’s Lagoon.
69. Sammy from Loose Ends.
70. Mugman.
71. Flower from Plancy’s World.
72. Mametchi.
73. Lucho.
74. Moth from Patchwork Pals.
75. Bellybutton.
76. Matthew Littlemore.
77. Peppino.
78. Matías.
79. Moomin.
80. Mafalda.
81. Asterix.
82. Wallace & Gromit.
83. Alfred E. Neuman.
84. Bakabon’s Papa.
85. Carly (Bitty Big Heads version only).
86. Oggy.
87. Frumplequest.
88. Kevin from Up.
89. Doggy D. Dachshund.
90. Danger Mouse.
91. Crispo and Albert.
92. The Creepy World Island versions of Jeff the Killer, SlenderMan and Smile Dog.
93. Fritz the Cat.
94. Beetlejuice (animated version only).
95. Ronald McDonald (animated version only).
96. Gombby.
97. Doogal and Florence (CGI versions only).
98. Tadeo Jones.
99. Tom from Tom and the Slice of Bread with Strawberry Jam and Hunny.
100. Dinky Little.
101. Mickey Mouse.
102. Arthur Read.
103. Woody Woodpecker.
104. Pomni and Caine.
105. Jimmy Neutron.
106. The Giraffe from Guillermo Mordillo.
107. Popeye.
108. Robin (TTG version only).
109. Steven Universe.
110. Dick Dastardly.
111. Muttley.
112. Fred Flintstone.
113. Snoopy.
114. Tintin.
115. Ladybug.
116. Lucky Luke.
117. Mr. Magoo.
118. Dash Kappei.
119. Pikachu.
120. Goku.
121. Alfred J. Kwak.
122. Doraemon.
123. Underdog.
124. Bob and Larry.
125. Leafy.
126. GIR (in his dog suit).
127. Wally Gator.
128. Roger Smith.
129. Marco.
130. Pak from The Fruitties.
131. Maya the Bee.
132. Lion-O.
133. Top Cat.
134. Yogi Bear.
135. Spinelli.
136. Goliath from Gargoyles.
137. Salad Fingers.
138. Baby Huey.
139. Tom & Jerry.
140. The Powerpuff Girls.
141. Garfield.
142. Courage the Cowardly Dog.
143. Sylvester Pussycat.
144. Ralph Wiggums.
145. Stitch.
146. Dora and Boots.
147. Heidi and Pedro.
148. Pumuki.
149. Tutu.
150. Bluey.
151. Peppa Pig.
152. Kim Possible.
153. Zuma from Paw Patrol.
154. Cleo (30’s version only).
155. Freakazoid.
156. A Smurf.
157. Bender.
158. Inspector Gadget.
159. Obelix.
160. The Warner Siblings.
161. Kaeloo.
162. Allstar and Casey.
163. Willy Fog.
164. Bugs Bunny.
165. Ranma.
166. Donald Duck.
167. Charizard.
168. Dudley Do-Right.
169. Dexter.
170. Shin-chan and Shiro.
171. Tarepanda.
172. Rilakkuma.
173. Snagglepuss.
174. Pink Panther.
175. Goofy.
176. Homer Simpson.
177. Clemente.
178. Baby Lamb and Belle Butterfly.
179. Ren & Stimpy.
180. Chuck (Angry Birds Toons version only).
181. Mario.
182. Pato from Pocoyo.
183. Daria.
184. Greg Heffley.
185. Tweety Bird.
186. Sonic the Hedgehog.
187. Karl Ojisan.
188. Spider-Man.
189. Dusty Crophopper.
190. Perry the Platypus/Agent P.
191. PaRappa the Rapper.
192. Captain Underpants.
193. Anpanman.
194. Peter Pan.
195. Lum Invader.
196. Sailor Moon.
197. Star Butterfly.
198. Scooby-Doo.
199. Cow & Chicken.
200. Marsupilami.
201. SpongeBob SquarePants.
202. Bakii.
203. Bob the Builder and Scoop.
204. Simba.
205. Cuddles.
206. A Minion.
207. Atom Ant.
208. Casper the Friendly Ghost.
209. Yo Yo Flamingo.
210. Taichi Yagami.
211. Johnny and Plank.
212. Stacy Stickler.
213. Nemo.
214. Orange and Green from Rainbow Friends (Cartoon Games versions only).
215. DogDay.
216. Calvin and Hobbes.
217. Tow Mater.
218. Captain King.
219. Voltron.
220. Mazinger Z.
221. Sheep.
222. Weegee and Impaeegee (on his baby carriage).
223. Blue and Pink from Dick Figures.
224. Lisa Simpson.
225. The Three Twins.
226. Oliver Atton.
227. Mr. Bean (animated version only).
228. Dr. Zoidberg.
229. Johnny Bravo.
230. The Spies from Spy Vs. Spy.
231. Luxo Jr., André, Tin Toy, and Knick Knack.
232. Eric Cartman.
233. Kyle Broflovski.
234. Stan Marsh.
235. Kenny McCormick.
236. Heathcliff.
237. Gaturro.
238. Speedy Gonzales.
239. Kogepan.
240. Incibot.
241. Flapjack.
242. Pinky and the Brain.
243. Barrancas and Trancas.
244. Nibbler.
245. Chilly Willy.
246. Bloo.
247. Huckleberry Hound.
248. Hokey Wolf.
249. Nigel Uno/Numbuh 1.
250. Roary the Racing Car.
251. The zebra from Animanimals.
252. Quick Draw McGraw.
253. Ben Tennyson (Ben 10: Alien Force version only).
254. Tony from Bondi Band.
255. Pocoyo.
256. Rocky and Bullwinkle.
257. Rescue Rangers.
258. Felix the Cat.
259. Norakuro.
260. Paolo the Cat, Mavis the Pony and The Small Green Thing.
261. Naranjito, Imarchi, Clementina, and Citronio.
262. Betty Boop.
263. Peter Griffin.
264. Rocko.
265. Poochee and Pansy.
266. Daffy Duck.
267. Botillo.
268. Elmo.

Now let’s go to the topics (shows, movies, games, comic strips, web-series, and books) that are used for the mural! Each character can be single from one single topic, or it could be various from the same topic. Here’s the list:

• Dumbo.
• Eek! The Cat.
• Magilla Gorilla.
• Bandolero.
• Fanboy & Chum Chum.
• Cueio.
• Rayman Raving Rabbids.
• Beavis and Butthead.
• Batman.
• My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic.
• Winnie the Pooh.
• Transformers.
• Hello Kitty.
• Don’t Hug Me I’m Scared.
• Peanuts.
• Who Framed Roger Rabbit?.
• Superman.
• Regular Show.
• Clarence.
• Saint Seiya.
• Lippy the Lion and Hardy Har Har.
• Dungeons & Dragons.
• Gravity Falls.
• He-Man and the Masters of the Universe.
• Darkwing Duck.
• Mighty Mouse.
• The Jetsons.
• Maple Town.
• David the Gnome.
• Care Bears.
• Vicky the Viking.
• Naruto.
• Looney Tunes.
• Rugrats.
• Delfy.
• The Loud House.
• Bernard.
• Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
• Dr. Zitbag’s Transylvania Pet Shop.
• Dogtanian and the Three Muskehounds.
• Adventure Time.
• Spirited Away.
• My Neighbor Totoro.
• Thomas & Friends.
• King of the Hill.
• Poppets Town.
• Monsters, Inc..
• Shrek.
• Cars.
• Toy Story.
• Pete’s Dragon.
• The Amazing World of Gumball.
• The Cat in the Hat.
• Kung Fu Panda.
• Madagascar.
• Pingu.
• Little Robots.
• DuckTales (2017 reboot).
• ChalkZone.
• Rainbow Friends animations (by Cartoon Games).
• Pike’s Lagoon.
• Loose Ends.
• Mugman.
• Plancy’s World.
• Tamagotchi.
• The Lunnis.
• Patchwork Pals.
• Doodle Toons.
• CartoonMania.
• Pizza Tower.
• Yo, Matías.
• The Moomins.
• Mafalda.
• Asterix.
• Wallace & Gromit.
• MAD (TV series).
• Tensai Bakabon.
• Bitty Big Heads.
• Oggy and the Cockroaches.
• Frumplequest.
• Up.
• The Cartoon Chronicles of Conroy Cat.
• Danger Mouse.
• Crazy in the Secondary.
• Creepy World Island.
• Fritz the Cat (1972 movie adaptation).
• Beetlejuice (animated series).
• The Wacky Adventures of Ronald McDonald.
• Gombby’s Green Island.
• The Magic Roundabout (either 2005 film or 2007 reboot).
• Tadeo Jones.
• Tom and the Slice of Bread with Strawberry Jam and Hunny.
• The Littles.
• Mickey Mouse.
• Arthur.
• Woody Woodpecker.
• The Amazing Digital Circus.
• The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron, Boy Genius.
• The Giraffe (by Guillermo Mordillo).
• Popeye.
• Teen Titans Go!.
• Steven Universe.
• Wacky Races.
• The Flintstones.
• The Adventures of Tintin.
• Miraculous.
• Lucky Luke.
• Mr. Magoo.
• Dash Kappei.
• Pokémon.
• Dragon Ball Z.
• Alfred J. Kwak.
• Doraemon.
• Underdog.
• VeggieTales.
• BFDI.
• Invaders Zim.
• Wally Gator.
• American Dad.
• Marco.
• The Fruitties.
• Maya the Bee.
• ThunderCats.
• Top Cat.
• Yogi Bear.
• Recess.
• Gargoyles.
• Salad Fingers.
• Baby Huey.
• Tom & Jerry.
• The Powerpuff Girls.
• Garfield.
• Courage the Cowardly Dog.
• The Simpsons.
• Lilo and Stitch.
• Dora the Explorer.
• Heidi.
• Pumuki.
• Tutu.
• Bluey.
• Peppa Pig.
• Kim Possible.
• Paw Patrol.
• Telerín Family.
• Freakazoid!.
• The Smurfs.
• Futurama.
• Inspector Gadget.
• Animaniacs.
• Kaeloo.
• Snorks.
• Around the World with Willy Fog.
• Ranma ½.
• The Dudley Do-Right Show.
• Dexter’s Laboratory.
• Crayon Shin-chan.
• Tarepanda.
• Rilakkuma.
• Snagglepuss.
• Pink Panther.
• Clemente.
• Baby Lamb & Friends.
• Ren & Stimpy.
• Angry Birds Toons.
• Super Mario.
• Pocoyo.
• Daria.
• Diary of a Wimpy Kid.
• Sonic the Hedgehog.
• Meiji’s Karl.
• Spider-Man.
• Planes.
• Phineas and Ferb.
• PaRappa the Rapper.
• Captain Underpants.
• Anpanman.
• Peter Pan.
• Urusei Yatsura.
• Sailor Moon.
• Star vs. the Forces of Evil.
• Scooby-Doo.
• Cow & Chicken.
• Marsupilami.
• SpongeBob SquarePants.
• FestivalV.
• Bob the Builder.
• The Lion King.
• Happy Tree Friends.
• Despicable Me.
• Atom Ant.
• Casper the Friendly Ghost.
• Fantasia 2000.
• Digimon: Digital Monsters.
• Ed, Edd n’ Eddy.
• Stickin’ Around.
• Finding Nemo.
• Smiling Critters.
• Calvin and Hobbes.
• The Link & King Show.
• Voltron.
• Mazinger Z.
• Sheep in the Big City.
• Dick Figures.
• The Three Twins.
• Captain Tsubara.
• Mr. Bean (animated series).
• Johnny Bravo.
• Luxo Jr..
• The Adventures of André and Wally B..
• Tin Toy.
• Knick Knack.
• South Park.
• Heathcliff.
• Gaturro.
• Incibot: The Animated Series.
• The Marvelous Misadventures of Flapjack.
• Pinky and the Brain.
• El Hormiguero.
• Chilly Willy.
• Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends.
• The Huckleberry Hound Show.
• Hokey Wolf.
• Codename: Kids Next Door.
• Roary the Racing Car.
• Animanimals.
• The Quick Draw McGraw Show.
• Ben 10: Alien Force.
• Bondi Band.
• Pocoyo.
• The Rocky and Bullwinkle Show.
• Chip N’ Dale Rescue Rangers.
• Felix the Cat.
• Norakuro.
• Fluffy Gardens.
• Football in Action.
• Betty Boop.
• Family Guy.
• Rocko’s Modern Life.
• Poochee and Pansy.
• Sesame Street.

Also, one more thing. Why is Sheep staring at Weegee instead of staring at his baby carriage containing Impaeegee since both of these characters are creepy due to their faces? I have no words. BTW, the Blue and Pink image is created by hakurinn0215. Plus, here’s the image for it:
NOTE: I'm hard to add the drawings and numbers.
The next one is about Toño Prada’s cartoon mural again, but this time, with characters from animations by Joe (and Danielle Kogan)! The mural will have the same thing as the previous one, with a slight difference that the mural is now shaped like the original version of Toño Prada’s cartoon mural. Also, the drawings will have each number on them, representing more than 37 Ukinojoe characters. Also, the gates will not be painted because they’re going to be dark-brown like in Toño Prada’s cartoon mural. But let’s not forget the list:

1. The Sphinx from The Last Dinosaur.
2. Replacement Bully.
3. Audrey & Victor.
4. Jade.
5. Indiada Jodes.
6. Blonic (on a brick wall) and Blails.
7. Potbot.
8. The dancing dolphin from chillphin.
9. Iron Bad.
10. The We Gotta Get SpongeBob Back! version of Squidward.
11. The Family Simp versions of Homer Simpson and Peter Griffin.
12. The father and son from Spagettios.
13. The Ukinojoe versions of Mike Wazowski and Sulley.
14. The MOUSE FAN CLUB version of Mickey Mouse.
15. Giwaffe.
16. Frumplequest.
17. The Hug the Bowz version of Mario.
18. Unhappy Cat.
19. The Great: The Show version of Fred Flintstone.
20. A statue of Bowser.
21. The dog on plane from Dog of Wisdom.
22. Wall-E and Rob.
23. Stacy from Martian by Mistake.
24. Bella Caramella.
25. The Family Simp version of Bart Simpson (on a nuclear bomb while holding a cowboy hat).
26. Mojo Jojo (Mojo Oh No version only).
27. The Literally Hitler version of Adolf Hitler (NOTE: the Literally Hitler version is way better than the original).
28. Cheesy McWheelwagon.
29. 90’s Nick.
30. Mabel Pines (Brevity Falls version only).
31. The Great: The Show version of Yoda.
32. Rick Sanchez (Rick and Morty Parody version only).
33. Pengis.
34. The Rabbit version of Bugs Bunny.
35. The cursed Shrek model from Cursed Shrek Scene.
36. Frank from Meme High School.
37. Hank Hill (Bobby’s New Hobby version only).

He can also add the reddish-pink “THIS IS GREAT” text in the bottom of the front, a large computer screen that displays the Great: The Show logo behind Bella Caramella, the Fan Con from Great: The Show in the background behind the computer screen, and even the stuff from the MAD intro in the same background! Here’s a list of said stuff:

• The colorful floor.
• The sky of spotty clouds, flying logos and different colors (blue, cyan, orange-yellow, and purple).
• Various claymation buildings (crane, palm, wooden bridge, etc.).
• Various claymation vehicles (blue car, red car, helicopter, bird-winged airplane, school bus, etc.).
• Various claymation versions of various additional characters (unnamed angry man, Spider-Man, Shrek, SpongeBob, Tow Mater, Optimus Prime, Steak Guy, monkey ballerina, Yellow Guy, Bloo, Woody, Batman, Buzz Lightyear, Charizard, and Cinnamon Bun).
• The alien from Mike Wartella’s Spacenook.

Plus, Blonic’s face is edited to have a smile because he gives me a thumb up. Now, here’s the image for it. It can be similar to the previous one but let’s check it out.
NOTE: Again, I'm hard to add the drawings and numbers.
And last but not least is a new upcoming video, which contains the fan-made versions of both scenes from Chip n’ Dale: Rescue Rangers where Sweet Pete transforms into his bootleg form, Frankenpete, by the malfunctioning machine! And yes, this video is inspired by a Reddit comment about the fan-made versions of both forms of the character, but we don’t include the voices (except for Marie’s meow and a version of Wreck-It Ralph’s catchphrase) for this video because it doesn’t have the scenes where Frankenpete started chasing Chip and Dale. Why? Because like I said, this is an edited version of said scene. Here’s the screenshots of the comment that will inspire the video:
https://preview.redd.it/ntw8a3x2sfyc1.png?width=1141&format=png&auto=webp&s=6e630eb4661c855af2c460f73ea999f0d54653a0
Anyway, let’s check out the video’s plot. First, it has two different languages: in the beginning, the language is Latin-American Spanish before it changes to a high-pitched version of the English language from the original film (can be seen on the Villains Wiki page of Sweet Pete) during the scene where Frankenpete was created. Also, it basically uses the “Sweet Pete transforms into Frankenpete” scene from the Latin-American dub of Chip n’ Dale: Rescue Rangers, with a few differences:

• The transformation sound effects from Don’t Hug Me I’m Scared 6 are added during Sweet Pete’s transformation.
• The Hanna-Barbera sound effects are added during Sweet Pete’s transformation.
• The Ed, Edd n’ Eddy sound effects are added during Sweet Pete’s transformation.
• The sound effects from the Johnny Bravo intro are added during Sweet Pete’s transformation.
• Various clips from What the Fuck? by 64marjo64 are added during Sweet Pete’s transformation in the fog.
• Various videoclips from Intolerance III (e.g. the scenes from the Just a Gigolo/I Ain’t Got Nobody music video by Andreas Hykade and Louis Prima featuring the eye-popping Louis Prima cat and the shocked female mouse) are added during Sweet Pete’s transformation in the fog.
• Frankenfruit’s defeat is added when Sweet Pete falls into the ground during his transformation in the fog.
• The sword and blood from Willa’s Normal Life are added during Sweet Pete’s transformation in the fog.
• Homer Simpson’s shape-shifting body from the Don Hertzfeldt Couch Gag is added when Sweet Pete falls into the ground during his transformation in the fog.
• The mutated blue morphing montage from Andreas Hykade’s Love & Theft is added after Homer Simpson’s shape-shifting body becomes a yellow liquid during Sweet Pete’s transformation.
• The added parts from the Reddit comment are added during Sweet Pete’s transformation and the Frankenpete scene.

Well, that’s all for today! And u/stewblock2023! If you’re reading this, do the stuff I’ve just mentioned! Anyways, see ya later!

Before I start this, for anyone who doesn't know who she is, here's a link to one of my previous posts about her and the prequel to this post: https://www.reddit.com/BattleForDreamIsland/comments/1bw7cak/attempting_to_find_more_of_manekinekoteas_old/
I'm still on my task to recover her old art, and so far it isn't going too well. I've only managed to find a little bit, which either came from a discord server I'm in, the BFDI wiki, and another Instagram account that posted many of her issues that others noticed. For curiosity, here is my archive right now: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1dBRZmRF_VnVrsOB7JS9KWgHK3Ha9d1oT
I've tried 2 of the 3 methods to hopefully recover her art, but they don't seem to be effective enough:
1 - Using Google or other search engines
While I haven't experimented with this completely yet, I've been using Google and Bing to try and find any other old pieces of her art that hasn't been added yet. Apparently it is harder than I thought, as 99% of the art I've found so far either comes from Amnio, DeviantArt users that have reuploaded bits of her art (Most likely from said archive), or her still existing reddit posts on this subreddit. The same appears to be happening with Bing. Even reverse-image searching doesn't help. I haven't tried searching for “manekinekotea bfdi” on Google yet, but I have a feeling it also won't help very much.
2 - Using Wayback Machine or other webpage archives
The next thing I tried was using Wayback Machine to find an archive of her old Instagram account. And I can say this only half-worked. There is only one link that works, and that is saved on November 3, 2020. Since this technically only half-works, it links to her old Insta as of 11/03/2020, but it's pretty goofy and you can't really view the art that appears, though you can get a good idea on what her account looked like back then. Here's a link to it: https://web.archive.org/web/20201103101749/https://www.instagram.com/manekinekotea/
Other web archives didn't work due to no one actually archiving her old account back then, so that's out of the window.
This means I'm now down to the last option:
3 - Asking other OSC Users if they have any of her old art
Since none of the other options worked, this is the only option that remains. The issue is - most people here may not know about her since it's been several years since she initially left at first, and many have joined after that so it makes it more difficult to tell who has any of her old art or not. Even if there is someone who does, there‘ll probably be a good chance a lot of the art sent will be art already found in the archive. I have no choice but to attempt this and hope for the best, as it is the main title of this post.
Yeah, I know I'm talking about someone who was once a bit of an issue in the OSC, but her old art will always be a special place in my heart since many my art is inspired from hers. And apologies for talking about her frequently...
What I know about her old art and any fragments that I have left
Luckily I do know what some of her art looked like back then as I discussed previously, but I'll repost it again here of all the old art that I can remember:

• Neki once did an "Objectober" and "Christmas BFDI Countdown" challenge in late 2020 on Instagram, most of which featured her BFB Kids. Some of them are in the archive, but most are still not added yet.
• A post with the caption "Getting into Black Hole and Puffball's nerves." that featured the adult versions of her BFB Kids, mainly about the Puff Hole ship.
• An ship art featuring her BFBK Bottle and Tree, with Bottle looking at a butterfly while Tree is embarrassed.
• Another "comic" post where she made an alternate version of the TPOT 1 Challenge where PB tries to save BH from losing the contest (Again about the Puff Hole ship).
• A redraw of TPOT 1 featuring her BFBK Naily and Price Tag.
• A post featuring 3 different scenarios involving the issues with BFBK Pen, TB and Book's younger siblings.
• A Valentine's Day art featuring the Puff Hole ship (Again with the adult versions of the BFBK BH/PB).
• A series of posts that feature a BFB 29-like scenario where the art style deteriorates with each post before coming back to normal.

Also, I remembered that I also have fragments of her old art in my photos that are cropped images of her old art, so here are all of the unique ones that I found that aren't art found in the archive:
Bubble feeling like she's ready to take on Woody for a reason.
What looks like a test drawing of Basketball, came from a post where she was updating her artstyle.
A cropped version of that one art where Pen, Blocky Snowball and Eraser (Pictured) are taking a picture, while the latter is unamused.
A drawing of Blocky, from an art with him and Woody.
Coiny from this one Coinpin art, I think.
Gelatin.
Fanny from this post featuring her, Bubble and possibly Snowball?
Golf Ball from one of the Objectober posts. I think it was Day 7 where she's looking at Puffball with her speaker box. Yeah, I know that some people are still scowling over how Neki messed with her personality as a child, but to me, I think it's to probably reference that flashback in IDFB 1.
Snowball from this post featuring him and Ice Cube.
A gothic styled Dora along with her soon-to-come teamates in another Objectober post, most likely Day 5.
Taco from most likely Day 6 of her Objectober posting. She accidently knocked over Blocky's tower here.
Saw from probably Day 8 of her Objectober posting, with her iconic drink!
Woody saying \"Problem?\" in one of her fanarts, probably just a test drawing of him. Again, this is how SHE pictured Woody when he was a child, so I do get why there are quite a lot of users who think she \"OOC-ed\" him.
There's another fragment that I have, but I won't post it here due to possible creepy imagery. What I can tell you that it features Teardrop from Day 1 of her Objectober posting.
There's two more that I can show that is rough screenshots of her art, but won't be added to the archive due to only being rough screenshots - They were actually taken from someone else who was spreading the awareness of the whole problematic Neki ordeal:
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This is the post that said \"Getting into Black Hole and Puffball's nerves.\". It is one of the posts I'm very looking for ATM, so if anyone has the art downloaded, feel free to send it to me.
And this one is the Tree x Bottle ship art that I was talking about as well. Yeah, I know some of you are gonna say \"WHY IS TREE BEING WHITEWASHED HERE?\", don't get me started on the Neki POC incident that happened back in 2021...
So that's all the fragments that I have. This'll be a good reminder of what her art looked like back then, and also what the other art still not in the archive looks like.
I've done talking here, so now it's time to get back to the main title of this post and the 3rd method I'll try, asking if you guys have any of her old art downloaded. This is probably not 100% guaranteed to work since I might get a bunch of people who can't due to not saving her art back then, but it's for the best. By the way, If anyone can experiment with method 1 (Searching with Google, Bing, ect.) a bit more, let me know if you find any new art when you search for “manekinekotea bfdi”. Hopefully a bunch of new art arrives...

15 Spring Break Activities for Long Island Kids Spring break is a time for kids to spread their wings and explore new adventures, just like a caterpillar transforming into a beautiful butterfly. And on Long Island, there are countless opportunities for them to do just that.From thrilling Easter egg hunts to captivating live shows, outdoor escapades to unforgettable animal encounters, there is something for every child to enjoy.So, let's dive into the exciting world of spring break activities for Long Island kids and discover the endless possibilities that await.Key TakeawaysEaster activities for kids include egg decorating with natural dyes and creative materials like stickers and glitter.Live shows and performances for kids offer interactive elements like singing, dancing, and audience participation.Outdoor adventures for kids involve scavenger hunts, nature photography, hikes, and connecting with nature.Animal experiences for kids include marine life encounters, educational programs with animals, wildlife observation, and farm visits.Easter Activities for KidsAre you ready to hop into some egg-citing Easter activities for kids on Long Island? Get ready for a splash of color and creativity with Easter egg decorating ideas and Easter crafts for kids.Easter is the perfect time to let your imagination run wild and create beautiful and unique designs on those plain, old eggs.One fun idea for Easter egg decorating is to use natural dyes made from ingredients like beets, turmeric, and blueberries. Not only will this give your eggs a vibrant and organic look, but it's also a great way to teach kids about natural coloring methods.Another creative option is to use stickers, glitter, and markers to make your eggs stand out. Let your little ones unleash their artistic side and transform those eggs into works of art.If you're looking for more hands-on Easter crafts, why not try making Easter bunny masks or paper plate Easter baskets? These crafts aren't only fun to make, but they also make great decorations for Easter brunch or egg hunts.You can even have a friendly competition to see who can come up with the most unique and creative design.Live Shows for KidsGet ready for an exciting show-stopping experience as we dive into the world of live entertainment for kids on Long Island! Theater performances for children are a great way to engage young minds and spark their creativity. Whether it's a musical adaptation of a beloved children's book or an interactive show that encourages audience participation, there are plenty of options to choose from.One popular show that you won't want to miss is 'The Adventures of Peter Rabbit' at Theater Three. Follow Peter Rabbit and his friends as they embark on a thrilling adventure filled with mischief and excitement. With catchy songs and colorful costumes, this production is sure to captivate children of all ages.If your kids are fans of Dr. Seuss, then 'Seussical The Musical' at Engeman Theater is a must-see. Join the Cat in the Hat and other beloved characters as they bring the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss to life on stage. With toe-tapping tunes and fantastical sets, this show is a treat for the whole family.For a classic tale that never gets old, catch 'The Wizard of Oz' performances in Bellmore and Elmont. Follow Dorothy and her friends as they journey through the magical land of Oz. After the show, stick around for a cast meet and greet, where your kids can meet their favorite characters up close.These theater performances for children aren't just passive experiences. Many shows offer interactive elements that allow kids to become part of the action. From singing and dancing along to the songs, to joining the actors on stage for a special moment, these interactive shows for kids will keep them engaged and entertained throughout.Outdoor Adventures for KidsLet's get ready to embark on thrilling outdoor adventures that will make your kids' spring break on Long Island unforgettable! Long Island offers a plethora of exciting activities for children to enjoy the great outdoors. Here are three exhilarating options that will have your kids begging for more:Outdoor Scavenger Hunts: Unleash your children's inner explorers with outdoor scavenger hunts. Long Island is home to numerous parks and nature preserves that provide the perfect setting for these exciting treasure hunts. Your kids will love searching for clues and hidden treasures while immersing themselves in the beauty of nature. Encourage them to use their problem-solving skills and creativity to solve the puzzles and find the ultimate prize.Nature Photography: Nurture your children's love for nature and photography by introducing them to the art of nature photography. Long Island's picturesque landscapes offer endless opportunities for capturing stunning images. Equip your kids with cameras or smartphones and let them roam freely, capturing the beauty of flowers, trees, and wildlife. Encourage them to experiment with different angles and perspectives, allowing their creativity to blossom.Nature Hikes: Take your kids on an exhilarating nature hike along Long Island's family-friendly trails. Pack some binoculars and snacks, and set off on a journey of discovery. Encourage them to observe the diverse flora and fauna that call these trails home. From spotting birds soaring in the sky to marveling at the vibrant colors of wildflowers, every step will be filled with excitement and wonder.These thrilling outdoor adventures won't only keep your kids entertained but also allow them to connect with nature and foster a sense of freedom. So, get ready to make lasting memories as your kids explore the great outdoors during their spring break on Long Island!Animal Experiences for KidsLooking for some wild and exciting experiences for your kids on Long Island? Get ready to dive into a world of animal encounters that will leave them amazed and inspired! Long Island offers a variety of unique animal experiences and educational farm visits that are sure to captivate their curiosity and foster a love for nature.Let's take a look at some of the best animal encounters and farm visits on Long Island:Animal ExperiencesEducational Farm VisitsOther Activities- Long Island Aquarium- Garden of Eve Organic Farm- Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery- Sweetbriar Nature Center- Suffolk County Farm- White Post Farms- Quogue Wildlife Refuge- Benner's Farm- Animal Farm Petting Zoo- Tackapausha Museum and Preserve- Schmitt's Family Farm- Long Island Game Farm- The Animal Farm Petting Zoo- Harbes Family Farm- Petland DiscountsAt the Long Island Aquarium, your kids can get up close and personal with fascinating marine life, including sharks, sea turtles, and penguins. The Sweetbriar Nature Center offers educational programs where children can learn about and interact with various animals, such as owls, snakes, and rabbits. For a unique experience, visit the Quogue Wildlife Refuge, where your kids can observe and learn about local wildlife in their natural habitats.If farm visits are more your style, Garden of Eve Organic Farm provides hands-on learning experiences about sustainable agriculture, while Benner's Farm offers a glimpse into traditional farm life with opportunities to interact with farm animals. And don't forget to visit White Post Farms, where your kids can feed the friendly goats and enjoy magic shows and egg hunts.These animal encounters and farm visits provide a chance for your kids to learn about different species, develop empathy for animals, and gain a deeper understanding of the natural world. So why not embark on an adventure that will both educate and entertain? Long Island has it all when it comes to unique animal experiences and educational farm visits!Stroller-Friendly Park WalksNow that we've explored the exciting animal experiences and farm visits on Long Island, let's take a leisurely stroll through the parks and discover some stroller-friendly paths perfect for enjoying the great outdoors with your little ones.Long Island is home to numerous family-friendly trails and nature hikes that are sure to delight and entertain both kids and adults alike. Here are three options that are worth checking out:Avalon Park and Preserve: Located in Stony Brook, Avalon Park offers a beautiful setting for a peaceful stroll with your stroller. The park features well-maintained trails that wind through woodlands, meadows, and wetlands. You and your little ones can enjoy the sights and sounds of nature as you make your way through this tranquil oasis. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture some memorable moments along the way!Sands Point Preserve: Situated on the Gold Coast of Long Island, Sands Point Preserve offers a variety of stroller-friendly paths for you and your family to explore. From the scenic shoreline of Hempstead Harbor to the lush gardens and historic mansions, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Take a leisurely walk through the beautiful landscapes and let your little ones soak in the wonders of nature.Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park: Located in Oyster Bay, this park is a true gem for nature enthusiasts. With over 400 acres of landscaped gardens, rolling lawns, and walking trails, Planting Fields offers a perfect setting for a stroller-friendly adventure. Explore the various gardens, including the stunning Italian Garden and the Coe Hall Gardens, or take a peaceful walk along the wooded trails. Your little ones will have plenty of space to run around and explore while you enjoy the beauty of this historic park.Top Playgrounds for KidsLong Island is home to some of the most exciting and adventurous playgrounds for kids to explore and enjoy. Whether it's swinging on monkey bars, sliding down towering slides, or climbing on challenging structures, these playgrounds offer endless fun and freedom for children. Safety is always a top priority, with soft surfaces and well-maintained equipment ensuring a worry-free playtime.Here are some of the best playgrounds on Long Island:Playground NameLocationFeaturesEisenhower ParkEast MeadowMultiple play structures, swings, and a splash padAdventurelandFarmingdaleOutdoor amusement park with rides, games, and a playgroundHeckscher ParkHuntingtonLarge wooden castle-themed playground with slides and climbing structuresChristopher Morley ParkRoslynSpacious playground with a variety of swings, slides, and climbing wallsAt Eisenhower Park, kids can have a blast on the play structures and then cool off in the splash pad on a hot day. Adventureland offers a unique playground experience with its outdoor amusement park rides and games. Heckscher Park's castle-themed playground is perfect for little knights and princesses, while Christopher Morley Park provides a wide range of play equipment for children of all ages.When visiting these playgrounds, it's important to prioritize playground safety. Make sure to check the equipment for any loose or broken parts, and always supervise your children to prevent accidents. Encourage them to use sunscreen and stay hydrated, especially during the warmer months. By following these safety guidelines, you can ensure that your kids have a fun and worry-free playtime at Long Island's top playgrounds. So, let the adventure begin!Explore State and County ParksState and county parks on Long Island offer a plethora of exciting outdoor adventures for families to enjoy. Whether you're seeking thrilling state park activities or exploring the attractions of local county parks, there's something for everyone to experience and appreciate. Here are three exhilarating options to consider:Hiking and Nature Trails: Lace up your hiking boots and embark on an adventure through Long Island's family-friendly trails. With binoculars in hand and snacks in your backpack, you'll have the freedom to immerse yourselves in the beauty of nature. From spotting colorful birds to discovering hidden waterfalls, every step will bring you closer to the wonders of the great outdoors.Beach Days: Long Island is renowned for its stunning coastline, and the state and county parks offer access to some of the most picturesque beaches in the area. Spend a day building sandcastles, splashing in the waves, and soaking up the sun. With miles of pristine shoreline to explore, you'll have plenty of freedom to find your own slice of paradise.Picnics and Playgrounds: Many state and county parks on Long Island feature spacious picnic areas and playgrounds. Pack a delicious lunch, spread out a blanket, and enjoy a leisurely meal surrounded by nature. Afterward, let the kids burn off some energy as they climb, slide, and swing on the playground equipment. It's the perfect opportunity to relax, have fun, and create lasting memories.Indoor Skating SessionsIf you're looking for a fun and exciting way to spend your spring break indoors, why not lace up your skates and hit the ice for some thrilling indoor skating sessions? Indoor skate parties and ice skating lessons are the perfect activities to keep you entertained and active during your time off.Whether you're a seasoned skater or a beginner, there's something for everyone at the United Skates of America.Indoor skate parties at United Skates of America are a blast! Gather your friends and celebrate your spring break on the ice. With music pumping and disco lights flashing, you'll feel like you're at a party on wheels. Skate around the rink, show off your moves, and enjoy the energetic atmosphere. It's a great way to let loose and have some fun.If you've always wanted to learn how to ice skate, now is the perfect time. United Skates of America offers ice skating lessons for all ages and skill levels. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to improve your technique, their experienced instructors will guide you every step of the way. They'll teach you the basics, help you build confidence on the ice, and ensure you have a great time learning this exciting sport.Indoor skating sessions provide a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the thrill of ice skating without having to brave the cold weather. It's a chance to glide across the ice, feel the wind in your hair, and experience the freedom of movement.Dinosaur Exhibits and EventsNow that you've had a blast skating indoors at United Skates of America, get ready to embark on a prehistoric adventure as we dive into the fascinating world of dinosaur exhibits and events.Here are three thrilling activities that will transport you back in time:Dinosaur Themed Crafts: Unleash your creativity and channel your inner paleontologist with exciting dinosaur crafts. From making dinosaur masks and fossils to creating your own dino diorama, these hands-on activities will bring out the artist in you. Get your paintbrushes ready and let your imagination run wild as you craft your very own prehistoric masterpiece.Dinosaur Themed Movie Marathon: Grab some popcorn and settle in for an epic movie marathon featuring everyone's favorite prehistoric creatures. From classics like 'Jurassic Park' to animated adventures like 'The Land Before Time,' these movies will transport you to a world where dinosaurs roam free. Get ready for thrilling adventures, heartwarming friendships, and jaw-dropping special effects that will leave you on the edge of your seat.Dinosaur Exhibits and Events: Experience the awe-inspiring world of dinosaurs up close and personal at various exhibits and events across Long Island. Explore the Garvies Point Museum and Center For Science, Teaching, and Learning, where you can marvel at life-sized dinosaur replicas and learn about their incredible history. Don't miss the chance to participate in interactive activities, dig for fossils, and even meet a real-life paleontologist. It's an adventure you won't want to miss!Nature Hikes on Family-Friendly TrailsLet's lace up our hiking boots and venture into the great outdoors on Long Island's family-friendly trails for some exciting nature hikes. There's nothing quite like the feeling of being surrounded by the beauty of nature, breathing in the fresh air, and exploring the wonders that await us along the way. These trails offer the perfect opportunity for kids and their families to connect with nature, engage in some physical activity, and create lasting memories.As we embark on our nature hike, don't forget to bring along some essentials. Binoculars will come in handy for wildlife spotting, allowing us to get a closer look at the fascinating creatures that call these trails home. And of course, snacks are a must to keep our energy levels up as we explore.One of the great things about these family-friendly trails is that they offer ample opportunities for nature photography. So, if you've got a budding photographer in the family, be sure to bring along a camera or smartphone to capture the breathtaking landscapes and unique wildlife we'll encounter along the way.As we make our way through the trails, keep an eye out for the diverse range of wildlife that inhabits Long Island. From colorful birds soaring through the sky to playful squirrels scampering across the forest floor, there's no shortage of fascinating creatures to spot and learn about.Nature hikes on family-friendly trails aren't only a great way to immerse ourselves in the beauty of nature, but they also provide an opportunity to learn about the importance of conservation and protecting our environment. So, let's grab our hiking boots and embark on an adventure that will ignite our curiosity, inspire our love for nature, and create memories that will last a lifetime.Visit American Dream Mall in NJWe're about to embark on an exhilarating adventure outside of Long Island as we make our way to the American Dream Mall in New Jersey. Get ready for an unforgettable experience filled with endless fun and excitement.Here are three reasons why you don't want to miss out on visiting the American Dream Mall:Shopping and Entertainment: Prepare to shop till you drop at the American Dream Mall. With over 450 retail stores, including high-end brands and unique boutiques, there's something for everyone. Whether you're looking for the latest fashion trends, electronics, or home decor, you'll find it all here. And when you need a break from shopping, indulge in the mall's world-class entertainment options. Catch a movie at the state-of-the-art theater, enjoy live performances at the concert venue, or challenge your friends to a game of bowling or mini-golf.Water Park: Dive into excitement at North America's largest indoor water park, located within the American Dream Mall. With thrilling water slides, wave pools, lazy rivers, and interactive play areas, this water park is a dream come true for water lovers of all ages. Soak up the sun and make a splash as you create lifelong memories with your family and friends.Theme Park: Get ready for a wild ride at Nickelodeon Universe, the theme park at the American Dream Mall. Experience the thrill of roller coasters, spinning rides, and attractions inspired by your favorite Nickelodeon characters. From the iconic SpongeBob SquarePants to the adventurous PAW Patrol, there's something for every Nickelodeon fan. So grab your courage, embrace your inner child, and get ready for an unforgettable day of fun and laughter.Don't miss out on the ultimate freedom-filled adventure at the American Dream Mall. From shopping and entertainment to water and theme parks, there's no shortage of excitement here. Get ready to make memories that will last a lifetime!Nickelodeon Universe Theme ParkAs we continue our adventure at the American Dream Mall in New Jersey, get ready to immerse yourself in the exhilarating world of Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park. This is the ultimate destination for kids of all ages who are looking for non-stop fun and excitement. With a wide variety of rides and attractions, as well as meet and greets with beloved Nickelodeon characters, there's something for everyone to enjoy.Step into the park and be greeted by the vibrant colors and lively atmosphere. Get your adrenaline pumping on thrilling rides like the TMNT Shellraiser, where you'll join the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on an action-packed adventure. Or take a spin on the SpongeBob SquarePants Rock Bottom Plunge, a roller coaster that will have you laughing and screaming at the same time.But it's not just about the rides at Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park. Throughout the day, you'll have the chance to meet and greet your favorite Nickelodeon characters. From SpongeBob SquarePants and Patrick Star to Dora the Explorer and the Paw Patrol pups, you'll have the opportunity to take photos, get autographs, and create memories that will last a lifetime.Whether you're a thrill-seeker or a fan of all things Nickelodeon, this theme park has it all. So grab your friends and family, and get ready for a day of endless fun. Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park at the American Dream Mall is the place to be this spring break. Don't miss out on the excitement!Spring Break Plays and MusicalsSpring break on Long Island is the perfect time to indulge in the magic of live performances with a wide array of plays and musicals that will captivate kids of all ages. Here are three exciting options for kids' theater during spring break:'The Adventures of Peter Rabbit' at Theater Three: Join Peter Rabbit on his mischievous adventures as he ventures into Mr. McGregor's garden. This interactive play brings Beatrix Potter's beloved characters to life, making it a delightful experience for young theatergoers.'Seussical The Musical' at Engeman Theater: Immerse yourself in the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss as his iconic characters come alive on stage. From the Cat in the Hat to Horton the Elephant, this musical extravaganza is filled with catchy tunes and fantastical sets that will leave kids in awe.'The Wizard of Oz' performances in Bellmore and Elmont: Follow Dorothy and her friends down the yellow brick road in this classic tale of friendship and bravery. With stunning costumes and memorable songs like 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow,' this production will transport kids to the magical land of Oz.These spring break concerts offer a chance for kids to experience the thrill of live theater and ignite their imaginations. Whether they're fans of classic stories or prefer the whimsy of Dr. Seuss, there's something for everyone. So gather the family and get ready for an enchanting day filled with laughter, music, and unforgettable performances.Spring break on Long Island just got a whole lot more exciting!Explore Animal Farms and Petting ZoosExploring animal farms and petting zoos is a thrilling adventure for kids of all ages, where they can interact with adorable animals and learn about their habitats and behaviors. Long Island offers a variety of animal farms and petting zoos that provide unique experiences for children.One popular destination is White Post Farms, which opens for the season with exciting Easter celebrations. At this farm, kids can't only participate in magic shows and egg hunts but also have the opportunity to feed the goats, which is always a highlight.Another great option is the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, where children can learn about different fish species and even feed them. The farm tours offered at these animal farms and petting zoos allow kids to get up close and personal with the animals while learning interesting facts about them. It's a chance for children to learn about the importance of animal care and conservation in a hands-on and engaging way.While visiting these farms, kids can also learn about the daily routines and responsibilities of farm life. They can observe how animals are fed, groomed, and cared for, giving them a deeper understanding of the hard work and dedication that goes into taking care of animals.In addition to the educational aspect, these animal farms and petting zoos provide children with a fun and exciting experience. The joy of petting and interacting with animals is unparalleled, and it creates lasting memories for children.Egg Hunts and Magic Shows at White Post FarmsAt White Post Farms, get ready for a magical adventure filled with thrilling egg hunts and captivating magic shows. This is the perfect place to create lasting memories with your family during spring break.Here are three reasons why you shouldn't miss out on this exciting experience:Egg Hunt Prizes: The egg hunts at White Post Farms aren't your ordinary egg hunts. They're filled with excitement and surprises. Children can search for colorful eggs hidden throughout the farm and redeem them for special prizes. Imagine the joy on your child's face as they discover eggs and receive amazing rewards. It's a fantastic way to celebrate the spirit of Easter and create a sense of wonder and delight.Captivating Magic Shows: Prepare to be amazed by the talented magicians at White Post Farms. Their incredible magic tricks and illusions will leave you and your family spellbound. From mind-boggling card tricks to mind-reading feats, these magic shows are guaranteed to entertain and captivate audiences of all ages. Make sure to grab your magic show tickets early, as they tend to sell out quickly. Get ready to witness the impossible become possible right before your eyes.Memorable Family Time: White Post Farms provides the perfect setting for quality family time. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy the beauty of nature as you explore the farm together. From feeding the goats to petting adorable farm animals, there are plenty of opportunities to connect with nature and create cherished memories. It's a great chance to relax, have fun, and bond with your loved ones.Frequently Asked QuestionsAre There Any Recommended Age Ranges for the Easter Egg Hunts and Activities at White Post Farms?There aren't specific recommended age ranges for the Easter egg hunts and activities at White Post Farms, but they offer a variety of experiences that cater to kids of all ages. The farm hosts magic shows, egg hunts, and visits from the Easter Bunny, making it a fun destination for the whole family.As for popular state parks for families, Long Island offers a range of options, including beautiful nature trails and stroller-friendly park walks that are perfect for enjoying the outdoors with your little ones.Are the Live Shows Suitable for All Ages or Are There Age Restrictions?The live shows we mentioned earlier offer great options for children of all ages. There are no age restrictions, so everyone can enjoy the performances.As for the Easter egg hunts, while we didn't mention any specific age recommendations, most hunts on Long Island are designed for children of various ages. It's always a good idea to check with the event organizers for any specific guidelines or requirements.What Are Some Popular State Parks and Local County Parks on Long Island for Families to Explore?Popular hiking trails and nature preserves on Long Island offer endless opportunities for families to explore the great outdoors. From the stunning views at Montauk Point State Park to the serene beauty of Caumsett State Park, there's something for everyone.Want to escape the hustle and bustle? Check out the peaceful tranquility of the Massapequa Preserve or the scenic trails at Caleb Smith State Park. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just looking for a leisurely stroll, Long Island has it all.Are There Any Special Safety Precautions or Guidelines for the Indoor Skating Sessions at United Skates of America?For our indoor skating sessions at United Skates of America, we've a few safety precautions and guidelines in place.First, we require all skaters to wear proper safety gear, including helmets and pads.Second, we've trained staff members on hand to monitor the rink and ensure everyone's safety.Additionally, we've designated sessions for different age groups to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.Can You Provide More Information About the Unique Experiences Offered at the Different Animal Farms and Petting Zoos on Long Island?At the different animal farms and petting zoos on Long Island, there are some really unique experiences waiting for you.You can have amazing animal encounters where you can feed and interact with a variety of adorable creatures.You can also participate in educational workshops where you can learn fascinating facts about different species.These experiences aren't only fun, but they also provide a great opportunity to connect with nature and learn more about the animal kingdom.Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!ConclusionIn conclusion, Long Island is bursting with exciting activities for kids this spring break. 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I really felt like writing a ranking post tonight so here we are. I'm making it this early because I want to compare this to how I feel after the show. I mostly go off of studio cuts but where live performances are available, I'll take them into account
Disclaimer: All opinions are my own, it's cool if you disagree, I'm a snarky bitch and a dumbass so treat this ranking accordingly
I am not including Azerbaijan nor Israel for reasons I'm not interested in discussing here. You can't change my mind, downvote if you’re so inclined and move on, ta ta
35. Malta (Sarah Bonnici - Loop)
I'm sorry but this song is a train wreck. Uninspired beat, uninspired lyrics, the live was... Kind of uncomfortable to watch? It seems like a song that was mostly created just to be a backdrop to the choreography and then the choreography was just... They really said "we have Chanel at home". Her vocals were also just not there unfortunately, probably thanks to all the movement. I’m being too harsh? FINE, she's kind of adorable though so I can't really hate this number too much. Damn it, even the last place is still tolerable which must be some kind of ESC record
34. Moldova (Natalia Barbu - In the Middle)
This song, rather than outright bad or boring like Malta, is just kind of bizarre. The lyrics are confusing (my beautiful angel, my work of art? lady, what are you TALKING ABOUT), there doesn't seem to be any conceivable direction the song is trying to take itself. It just trudges on, then trudges on with her chirping random operatic high notes while doing a faux violin solo. I don't know man
33. Iceland (Hera Björk - Scared of Heights)
Come on 1999 realness. It has its charm and I guess from here we're already approaching songs I don't actively dislike and am mostly neutral about. This song just sounds kind of dated, it's very... RuPaul-esque. Does that make sense? She seems lovely but aside from a small smile, this song does nothing for me, really
32. Luxembourg (Tali - Fighter)
This was my number 2 at Luxembourg's NF and it being down here really is a testament to this year's quality. The song is nice and playful and I like the post-chorus bridge (studio version at least, live was kind of messy) but all in all, this doesn't really evoke many feelings in me. I hope they polish the stage show, her vocals were mostly there but it just didn't pop (a running theme with Luxembourg this year). ...Anyway justice for my girl Krick
31. Denmark (Saba - Sand)
Imma be honest, I can't put my finger on why I just don't vibe with this song. It's pleasant, her vocals are really good but something about this just makes me feel bored, it’s just a normal pop song. Maybe it's the SAAND, SAAAAAAAAND that's grating to me. The staging was also kind of just there, she was standing on an IKEA Linnmon with a smoke machine. I would really love Denmark to qualify one of these years
30. Germany (Isaak - Always on the Run)
I'm always on the runnanna-eeee runnannaa-eee 🐘🐘🐘📯📯🎺 Oh Germany, my new home country. I was so hopeful you'd pop your bratwurtussy and climb out of this hole other Big 5 countries already did (well, UK is debatable, this year will tell if Sam was a once-in-a-lifetime styrofoam trumpet summoned miracle). But this song, unfortunately, is not it. Facepalmed watching the NF, gave my coworkers shit for it the next day. Better luck next time. Pity since Isaak seems so sweet. His smile is so benevolent I can't explain it-
29. Czechia (Aiko - Pedestal)
This should be dead last. It somehow grew on me even though I don't like anything about this song really. This should be dead last. There's something kind of endearing about how simplistic the song is and the energy is there. This should be dead last. The live show is already iconic. This should be dead last- Not now honey, Squibbles is fighting with herself
28. Albania (Besa - Titan)
Titan in disguise is unintentionally hilarious, otherwise the revamp just tanked this song. I actually kind of liked it, it was somewhere around 20th place initially before the English version came out. The song just flowed so much better in Albanian. Disappointed, shaking my head. Anyway, what even IS a titan in disguise?
27. Australia (Electric Fields - One Mikali (One Blood))
The didgeridoo is banger. There's some groove to it. My dad would probably do embarrassing dad dance moves to this. That being said, I just don't like this more than the ones above, I'm so sorry. Please pop live, I want to like this so much more than I do
26. Poland (Luna - Tower)
Ignoring Jystyna (sacrilegious of me, I know), this song is pretty okay. A bit bland, not all that remarkable but it has a pleasant drive to it and I constantly find it stuck in my head, especially when I wake up from naps. Wonder what's up with that, Luna might be my sleep paralysis demon
25. Cyprus (Silia Kapsis - Liar)
Entering songs I think are pretty okay. Liar is a formulaic ass composition riding on the producer working overtime to make it pop. And pop it does, I love the beat in the chorus, it's got a real nice kick to it. It will need a very good choreography to stand out though, but as a studio cut it's jammable even if only languidly
24. Finland (Windows95Man - No Rules!)
It's the weakest of the shitposter songs but I still like it okay. I did kind of sigh a little when it won UMK but I need to admit the denim egg and lowered pants were iconic. I'm positively BEGGING them to keep that security guard who comes on stage with a clipboard of rules, I was gagged. The composition (aside from the eagle noise, the eagle noise is perfect), is just kind of there, I don't think it's nearly as funny as it's trying to be. That doesn't make it unlovable though
23. Georgia (Nutsa Buzaladze - Firefighter)
This song is just kind of there until they hit that bridge but that “put out the fire, put out the fire (insert a fucking stunning instrumental section here)” bridge is SO FUCKING GOOD I can't put this lower. Not a fan of the shouty singing style nor the lyrics. It’s a pretty cookie cutter girl bop aside from that damn bridge. The curse of a good bridge. We cross it and wish for the best
22. Serbia (Teya Dora - Ramonda)
This is kind of an odd song where when I hear it, I'm like "yeah, this is good, I like this" but then I immediately forget it afterwards. And I can't for the life of me figure out why? Maybe it's because it's kind of similar to the other TikTok viral song she had and my brain is amalgamating the two? Anyway, it's a sensual ballad that's not afraid to take its time, I like that in a song. I appreciate this even if it's this far down (good year, thing is known)
21. Sweden (Marcus & Martinus - Unforgettable)
If Cyprus had a bland composition carried by production, Sweden has an okay composition carried by the spirit of RedOne descending onto whoever produced this (do people know RedOne? People should know RedOne). The staging helps this a lot too, it's quite the spectacle and I think it'll make a very good opener for the grand final night. That production though, I'll still be thinking about it on my deathbed
20. San Marino (Megara - 11:11)
Here we have a song that has a very good kick to it, lots of energy, a chaotic stage show and a killer bridge with the Iberian acoustic guitar strumming in with that matador realness. I'm a sucker for good bridges, I can't help it. Anyway, this needs some serious polish but I can't keep myself from liking this song quite a bit. I think a big part of my attachment to this song is because it was the ending point of the fever dream that was UVPSM. After that song, I was finally free
19. France (Slimane - Mon Amour)
This song is carried 99% by Slimane himself. His vocal performance is something that will make the juries spit out their drinks and hurry to the studies of their ivory towers to send a wax sealed letter to EBU to give it their 12 points. I like his passion and I suspect were it anyone else singing this, this would be 10 places lower. You go guy
18. United Kingdom (Olly Alexander - Dizzy)
Competent pop with a bit of spice by adding those major chords in, delish. This is bound to make Carol and her gay grandson proud. If the live vocals are there, this might do surprisingly well with the juries. Loving the queer rep this year. I hate that I don’t have more to say about this, it’s just... Good. Solid. Mhm
17. Portugal (Iolanda - Grito)
This song just comes alive when sung live. I was a bit underwhelmed by the studio version but the live performance took my breath away. Her voice is lovely and I'm admittedly a sucker for some Iberian guitar. God I want to have my heart broken in Portugal
16. Croatia (Baby Lasagna - Rim Tim Tagi Dim)
Now listen, just because he's not top 10 or even top 15 doesn't mean I'm a contrarian hater. I like the song, it's very lively, it has that constant riff in the background that never slows down and keeps the song going like a chugging train, the techno bridge is easily the best part of the song. I don’t really like the chorus that much, I think it doesn’t sound that fresh, the verses are very fun though. I may not be as in love with this as most others but it's very good and BL (Baby Lasagna, get back weebs) just seems very endearing
15. Ukraine (Alyona Alyona & Terry Heil - Teresa & Maria)
It's big, it's dramatic, it's angsty, I just know the staging will slap (Ukraine always delivers on that front). Terry's vocals are fragile and wailing like she’s in pain, I love the atmosphere of the song. I like the chorus much more than the verses, admittedly, when Alyona kicks in it's a bit 🗣️🗣️🗣️. You know it’s a good Christian bop when even my atheist ass recognizes it as such. We're at a point where the tiniest things knock songs down because I need my top 10 to be pristine
14. Latvia (Dons - Hollow)
Shut up, I need to be there for my man Dons who's single-handedly saved this year's reaction picture tally from feeling lacklustre. On a serious note though, this entry is very slow and contemplative. The composition is rather simple and all in all there's not that much that would bring it this high, but I just love this moody atmosphere and his voice. The raspy resonance of his voice in the chorus just has me in a chokehold. Latvia bringing me the NQ I will cry the most at two years in a row
(Me in June holding back tears in a public space because I suddenly remembered this didn’t qualify)
13. Spain (Nebulossa - Zorra)
I always go into this song thinking I'll like it less and finally snap out of it but then the synths just kick me right in my tits and knock my breath out. I love the percussion in this thing, the stylized almost synthwave-adjacent 80s synth, the mellow vocals that kind of feel like they're there to support those killer synths. The live show was a bit much but I vibe so hard to this. How are we already at songs that would be top 5 last year?
12. Armenia (Ladaniva - Jako)
What a FUN SONG??? Oh my goodness what a blast. So energetic but in a completely different way from the other chaotic bangers. This one has that lovely traditional instrumentation that really sets it apart. I find myself whistling this all the time. Her energy is infectious and that horn hook just won't leave my system (and I don't want it to)
11. Austria (Kaleen - We Will Rave)
This is such a dumb eurotrash song and I shouldn't like it this much but it's such a bop. It's an escapism song, or it would be if I was the partying type. I'd dance to this right now if I wasn’t busy disassociating by reading Wikipedia articles about plane crashes. But I’ll have this in the background while I do that. You win this one Jimmy Joker, but this is not over yet
10. Italy (Angelina Mango - La Noia)
This is such a Mediterranean summer bop and I'm here for it. I love the instrumentation, the percussion and the slightly unconventional melody lines we have going on, something about the whole package just feels incredibly fresh to me. Also unrelated but I really enjoyed the music video
9. Estonia (5miinust & Puuluup - (nendest) narkootikumidest ei tea me (küll) midagi)
This is such a ridiculous song. It's somehow simultaneously the plainest and the most unhinged of the chaotic songs. Something about the bridge after the first verse with the yell leading into the messy chaos that is the chorus just cracks me up every time. The talharpa(?) also goes so fucking hard. I really really hope they know how to stage this, I worry about whether this will qualify in SF2. Regardless, I only understand vitamiini spiidi but I live
8. Ireland (Bambie Thug - Doomsday Blue)
I was rooting for Bambie from the moment I heard the song. I always thought it's not going to happen. The shriek I let out when it happened (I used up all my NF luck currency on this win ngl, so many robberies after). I am a sucker for experimental everything. Experimental vocals, genre shifts, songs that are not afraid of just being ugly if that's what you need to get the message across. There's also a clear vision behind the song and music video, can't wait to see what they'll do with this (respectfully begging Ireland's delegation to BACK THE FUCK OFF and not ruin this)
7. Switzerland (Nemo - The Code)
Talk about coming in with a crash. This is a song that hits instantly. It's overwhelming the first time you hear and then it settles into controlled chaos. Love it. I personally love mixing vocal styles and the rap verse is just the cherry on top. When I first heard it I had to pause to be like "wait a minute, is this just everything but the kitchen sink and your ADHD brain latches onto that or is this a genuine well-thought out banger?", turns out it was a genuine banger. Nemo will slay. This is the first entry I would love to see win btw, with six more to go. Lord have mercy this year is an absolute unit
6. Slovenia (Raiven - Veronika)
This is so bombastic and majestic. I would say epic if it didn't make me feel like I'm time traveling to 2009 9Gag. I love the orchestral background, her voice is incredibly resonant and well controlled, the siren notes at the last part always give me insane goosebumps. I just hope they stick the landing with the staging and let this get to the final. I can't wait to see whether this will be top 5 or bottom 5 with juries. Also I can't be the only one who's reminded of that one Attack on Titan soundtrack???? Pls tell me you know what I'm talking about
5. Greece (Marina Satti - ZARI)
I was immediately fascinated when I heard the song but it took me 2-3 more listens to decide I adore it. And I really do. The beat is so aggressively heavy and the arrangement is so aggressively minimalistic, with the sudden section changes it creates this unsettling contrast. That vocoder bridge always grabs me by the throat, slams me to the wall and tells me to FUCKING LISTEN. Also apparently a bit of a hot take but I love the music video. It feels like a 2009 ARG I'd stumble upon at 3 in the morning. Marble Hornets who?
4. Netherlands (Joost Klein - Europapa)
This grew on me. First like a tumour where it wouldn't leave me alone and would without my consent get stuck in my brain, then Stockholm Syndrome took over and now I love it. Send help. Or don't, I don't care tbh, I like it here (I think). Something about the beat and the texture of the synths just scratches my brain in the best possible way. Joost also just seems plain unhinged. He is a crackhead but so am I, so who am I to judge? Welkom in Europa jongen! (dances an elemetary school core choreography)
3. Lithuania (Silvester Belt - Luktelk)
This had me two chords in. I was his. The atmosphere of this song just transports me. This is a song I would hear in the background of a neo-noir sci fi movie, at the shady bar where I've gone to get intel on the new synthetic drug. The beat is so loud I can't hear what the dealer is saying. Android strippers dance on the table next to me. This is the vibe. I'm here for it. That midsection goes so hard btw
2. Belgium (Mustii - Before the Party’s Over)
Well what do you know, a somewhat conventional song in my top 3. Just well made noir pop with moody lighting, good vocals, probably the best (English) lyrics of the year and the promise of stunning visuals in the live. Is it the well crafted pop part that gets me by the balls or is it the synthwave synths in the background and the piano riff that comes in towards the build to the climax of the song? We may never know. All we know is that he is my king and I will ride to war for him
1. Norway (Gåte - Ulveham)
This song was just a complete showstopper to me the first time I saw it in MGP. It uses atmosphere and shifting dynamics so incredibly well to create contrasts, it knows when to build up and understands that a song like this needs to up the stakes throughout. I don't care that it's just verse-chorus-verse-chorus-chorus, it's stunning. The last chorus with the high note, Gunnhild bending back on the rotating platform and the whispery 👹👹👹 vocals going crazy in the background always make uncontrollable chills go down my spine. My arms look like someone plucked all the feathers off of a chicken. I am in love
Whew. As usual, I've written way too much and I'm sure most of it is nonsense but I'll go ahead and post this anyway. I'd love to hear what you do and don't agree with!

Also, I think she may be having an identity crisis

15 Things to Do With Houston Kids Over Spring Break 2022 Are you searching for the perfect way to keep your kids entertained during Spring Break 2022 in Houston? Look no further! In this article, we will take you on a journey through 15 exciting activities that will ensure your children have a blast during their time off from school.From the thrill of the Houston Rodeo to the wonders of the Houston Children's Museum, there is something for every interest.But that's not all, we have a few surprises up our sleeve that will leave you and your kids begging for more.So, get ready to embark on an unforgettable Spring Break adventure with your little ones!Key TakeawaysHouston Rodeo is an annual event during Spring Break, with an indoor playground option in case of rain.There are various indoor play spaces in Houston for climbing, swinging, jumping, and having fun.The Houston Children's Museum offers a special Spring Break Destination Celebration with activities like bungee trampolines and a shaving cream pie fight.Families can visit the Space Center Houston to learn about upcoming missions, and there are special appearances from Black Panther characters and Jurassic Park dinosaurs.Houston RodeoAre you ready for some rodeo fun? Let's saddle up and explore the exciting world of the Houston Rodeo!The Houston Rodeo is an annual event that takes place during Spring Break, and it's a must-visit for families looking for a wild time.One of the highlights of the Houston Rodeo is the carnival games. You'll find a wide variety of games that are sure to challenge and entertain everyone in the family. From ring toss to balloon darts, there's something for everyone to enjoy.And let's not forget about the live music performances! The Houston Rodeo attracts some of the biggest names in the music industry, with artists like Garth Brooks, Taylor Swift, and Cardi B gracing the stage. The energy and excitement of the performances are infectious, and you'll find yourself singing and dancing along with the crowd.Of course, the Houston Rodeo wouldn't be complete without the rodeo competitions. Watch as cowboys and cowgirls showcase their skills in events like bull riding, barrel racing, and calf roping. It's a thrilling display of talent and bravery.And when hunger strikes, you'll be happy to know that there are plenty of food vendors at the Houston Rodeo. From classic rodeo fare like funnel cakes and corn dogs to exotic options like deep-fried Oreos and alligator on a stick, there's something to satisfy every craving.Indoor Play SpacesWhen you're looking for a fun and exciting way to keep the kids entertained during Spring Break, look no further than the indoor play spaces in Houston. These Houston playgrounds and indoor fun centers offer a variety of activities that will keep kids climbing, swinging, jumping, and giggling for hours. Check out the table below for a selection of some of the best indoor play spaces in Houston:Indoor Play SpacesLocationFeaturesUrban Air Trampoline and Adventure ParkMultiple locations in HoustonTrampolines, climbing walls, obstacle courses, and moreThe Little GymMultiple locations in HoustonGymnastics, sports skills, and imaginative playMonkey Joe'sMultiple locations in HoustonInflatable slides, obstacle courses, and arcade gamesThe Woodlands Children's MuseumThe WoodlandsInteractive exhibits, art activities, and a pretend grocery storePump It UpMultiple locations in HoustonInflatable slides, obstacle courses, and bounce housesThese indoor play spaces provide a safe and exciting environment for kids to burn off energy and engage in imaginative play. Whether your child enjoys bouncing on trampolines, exploring obstacle courses, or getting creative with art activities, there is something for everyone at these Houston indoor fun centers. So, when the weather isn't cooperating or you just want a break from outdoor activities, head to one of these indoor play spaces and let the fun begin!Kids TV ShowsKids TV Shows offer a delightful and entertaining way for children to engage with their favorite characters and stories. Whether they're learning valuable lessons from educational shows or enjoying the revival of classic cartoons, there's something for every young viewer to enjoy.Here are three reasons why Kids TV Shows are a great option for Spring Break entertainment:Best educational shows: Many Kids TV Shows are designed to be both entertaining and educational. They cover a wide range of subjects, from science and history to math and language skills. These shows can help children learn new concepts and reinforce what they're learning in school. Some popular educational shows include 'Sesame Street,' 'Dora the Explorer,' and 'The Magic School Bus.'Classic cartoons revival: Kids TV Shows are also a great way to introduce children to classic cartoons from the past. Many networks are now airing reruns of beloved shows such as 'Tom and Jerry,' 'Looney Tunes,' and 'The Flintstones.' These timeless cartoons offer nostalgia for parents and a chance for children to appreciate the humor and storytelling of a bygone era.Family bonding time: Watching Kids TV Shows together as a family can be a special bonding experience. Make it a cozy event by preparing popcorn or candy and snuggling up with a furry blanket. This shared activity can create lasting memories and provide opportunities for discussion and laughter.Houston Children's MuseumThe Houston Children's Museum offers a vibrant and interactive experience for families to explore and engage in a world of fun and learning. With 90,000 square feet of space, there's no shortage of exciting exhibits and educational workshops to enjoy. Let's take a look at what the museum has to offer:Interactive ExhibitsEducational WorkshopsBungee TrampolinesScience ExplorationsShaving Cream Pie FightArt AdventuresHuman Hamster BallsMath ManiaThe interactive exhibits at the Houston Children's Museum are designed to spark curiosity and creativity in children of all ages. From bouncing on bungee trampolines to participating in a shaving cream pie fight, there's never a dull moment. Kids can also experience the thrill of rolling in human hamster balls, providing a unique and exhilarating adventure.In addition to the interactive exhibits, the museum offers educational workshops that allow children to dive deeper into various subjects. Science Explorations workshops delve into the fascinating world of science, while Art Adventures workshops encourage artistic expression and creativity. Math Mania workshops make learning math fun and engaging, helping children develop their problem-solving skills.At the Houston Children's Museum, children are encouraged to explore, discover, and learn in a hands-on and interactive environment. Whether they're bouncing, creating, or problem-solving, the museum provides a perfect blend of entertainment and education. So, bring your family to the Houston Children's Museum this spring break and embark on an unforgettable adventure of fun and learning.Comic Con in ConroeComic Con in Conroe brings the exciting world of comics to life for fans of all ages. This event, located just north of Houston, is the perfect place to immerse yourself in the world of superheroes, villains, and everything in between. Here are three reasons why you should check out Comic Con in Conroe:Conroe Cosplay: Get ready to show off your cosplay skills and dress up as your favorite comic book characters. From Spider-Man to Wonder Woman, you'll see a wide variety of creative costumes at Comic Con in Conroe. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture all the amazing outfits and maybe even get some inspiration for your next cosplay creation.Houston Comic Artists: Comic Con in Conroe is a great opportunity to meet and support local Houston comic artists. These talented individuals showcase their artwork and comics at the event, allowing you to discover new stories and characters. You might even have the chance to chat with the artists, learn about their creative process, and purchase some unique artwork to take home.Panels and Workshops: Comic Con in Conroe offers a range of panels and workshops that cover various aspects of the comic book world. Whether you're interested in learning about the history of comics, honing your drawing skills, or exploring the storytelling techniques behind your favorite graphic novels, there's something for everyone. These interactive sessions provide a chance to engage with experts in the field and gain insights into the comic book industry.Comic Con in Conroe is a must-visit event for comic book enthusiasts and families looking for a fun and immersive experience. So grab your capes, masks, and enthusiasm, and get ready to dive into the world of comics at this exciting convention.King Tut's Tomb Discovery ExperienceAfter immersing ourselves in the exciting world of comics at Comic Con in Conroe, it's time to embark on a thrilling adventure to explore the wonders of ancient Egypt with the King Tut's Tomb Discovery Experience.Step into the Houston Museum of Natural Science and prepare to be transported back in time to the land of pharaohs and pyramids.The King Tut's Tomb Discovery Experience offers a fascinating journey into Egyptian history. Get up close and personal with ancient artifacts and delve into the mysteries of mummy preservation. The interactive exhibits bring the past to life, allowing you to uncover archaeological discoveries and unravel the secrets of the tombs.As you wander through the exhibit, you'll be captivated by the rich history and cultural significance of ancient Egypt. Learn about the rituals and beliefs surrounding death and the afterlife. Marvel at the intricate craftsmanship of the artifacts and gain a deeper understanding of the civilization that shaped the world we live in today.The King Tut's Tomb Discovery Experience is an educational and immersive experience for the whole family. Children will be enthralled by the mummy mysteries and the chance to explore the exhibits in a hands-on way. From deciphering hieroglyphics to examining replicas of ancient treasures, there's something for everyone to discover.Space Center HoustonGet ready to blast off into an out-of-this-world adventure at Space Center Houston! The Space Center Houston is an incredible place for families to explore and learn about the wonders of space. Here are three reasons why you should visit:Explore the Universe: At Space Center Houston, you can learn about upcoming missions to the moon and Mars. Discover the latest advancements in space exploration and get a glimpse into the future of space travel. From interactive exhibits to immersive simulations, there's something for everyone to enjoy.Special Appearances: Imagine meeting your favorite characters from Black Panther and Jurassic Park! Space Center Houston often hosts special appearances from beloved movie characters, adding an extra layer of excitement to your visit. You never know who you might run into during your space adventure.Roller Rink Fun: Lace up your skates and hit the roller rink at Space Center Houston. Glide and twirl as you enjoy the music and atmosphere of this unique attraction. It's a great way to have some active fun and create lasting memories with your family.Space Center Houston offers an unforgettable experience for kids and adults alike. With its interactive exhibits, special appearances, and roller rink, there's no shortage of excitement and educational opportunities.Discovery Green Spring BreakSpring Break at Discovery Green is a must-visit for families looking for a fun and exciting getaway. There are special activities happening at Discovery Green that will keep the whole family entertained. One of the highlights is the roller rink, where you can lace up your skates and glide around the rink with freedom. It's a great way to get some exercise and have a blast at the same time.In addition to the roller rink activities, there are also appearances from Black Panther characters and Jurassic Park dinosaurs. Imagine the excitement on your kids' faces when they see their favorite superheroes come to life right before their eyes. They can take pictures, get autographs, and even participate in interactive activities with these beloved characters.To give you a better idea of what to expect at Discovery Green Spring Break, here's a table highlighting the main attractions:ActivitiesRoller RinkBlack Panther Character AppearancesJurassic Park DinosaursDatesThroughout Spring BreakCheck schedule for specific timesCheck schedule for specific timesDescriptionSkate, dance, and have fun on the roller rinkMeet Black Panther characters and participate in activitiesEncounter life-sized animatronic dinosaursAge RangeAll agesAll agesAll agesCostVariesFreeFreeAs you can see, there is something for everyone at Discovery Green Spring Break. Whether you're a roller skating enthusiast, a superhero fan, or a dinosaur lover, this event has it all. So pack up the family, put on your skates, and get ready for an unforgettable Spring Break adventure at Discovery Green.Blessington FarmsWhen planning a family-friendly Spring Break adventure, don't miss out on the delightful experience awaiting you at Blessington Farms. This charming farm offers a wide range of activities that are sure to keep the whole family entertained.Here are three reasons why Blessington Farms should be at the top of your Spring Break itinerary:Petting Zoo: Get up close and personal with adorable animals at Blessington Farms' petting zoo. From fluffy bunnies to friendly goats, your little ones will have the opportunity to interact with a variety of farm animals. They can feed them, pet them, and even learn fun facts about each animal. It's a hands-on experience that's both educational and exciting.Farm Activities: At Blessington Farms, there's no shortage of fun farm activities to enjoy. Take a tractor ride around the farm and soak in the scenic views. Let your kids loose on the giant slides and jumping pillows, where they can bounce and play to their heart's content. And don't forget about the gem-mining, where little adventurers can sift through sand to uncover hidden treasures. There's something for everyone to enjoy.Outdoor Adventures: Blessington Farms is the perfect place to embrace the great outdoors. Take a leisurely stroll through their beautiful grounds, enjoying the fresh air and natural beauty. Let your kids run free in the wide-open spaces, playing games and enjoying the freedom of being outside. With plenty of picnic areas, it's the ideal spot to relax and have a family lunch surrounded by nature.At Blessington Farms, you'll find a petting zoo, a wide range of farm activities, and outdoor adventures that are sure to make your Spring Break unforgettable. So pack your bags, round up the family, and get ready for a fantastic time at this fantastic farm.Lone Star Flight MuseumThe Lone Star Flight Museum offers an exciting and educational experience for families looking to explore the world of aviation. With its historical aircraft display and flight simulators, there's something for everyone to enjoy.As soon as you step into the museum, you'll be greeted by a stunning collection of aircraft from different eras. From iconic World War II planes to modern jets, the museum showcases the evolution of flight in a captivating way.But the excitement doesn't end there. The Lone Star Flight Museum also offers flight simulators, where you can experience the thrill of piloting a plane firsthand. Strap into the cockpit and take control as you soar through the virtual skies. It's an exhilarating experience that will leave you feeling like a true aviator.In addition to the historical aircraft and flight simulators, the museum also hosts special events during Spring Break. Imagine attending an indoor R/C air show or getting the chance to sit in helicopters and planes. These unique opportunities add an extra layer of excitement and make for an unforgettable family outing.Kid-Friendly Hiking Trails in HoustonLet's hit the trails and explore the kid-friendly hiking options in Houston. There are so many nature exploration and outdoor adventure opportunities waiting for us! Here are some exciting options to consider:Houston Arboretum and Nature Center: This beautiful oasis is perfect for a family hike. We can spot animals, collect leaves, and even have running races along the trails. Don't forget to complete the Forest Detective Wildlife Checklist for a fun and educational experience.Memorial Park: With over 30 miles of trails, Memorial Park offers plenty of options for different hiking levels. We can immerse ourselves in nature, breathe in the fresh air, and enjoy the serene surroundings. Keep an eye out for the park's resident wildlife!Buffalo Bayou Park: This urban park is a great place to explore with the kids. We can take a leisurely stroll along the trails, admire the stunning views of the bayou, and even have a picnic by the water. Don't forget to stop by the nature play area for some extra fun.Whether we choose to hike through the peaceful Houston Arboretum and Nature Center, venture into the vast Memorial Park, or explore the urban oasis of Buffalo Bayou Park, our family is sure to have an amazing time in nature.Forest Detective Wildlife ChecklistAs we continue our outdoor adventure in Houston, let's now turn our attention to the Forest Detective Wildlife Checklist, a fun and interactive activity that will bring us closer to the fascinating wildlife that calls Houston's nature preserves home. Nature exploration and wildlife observation are at the heart of this exciting experience. By completing the checklist, we can learn about the different species that inhabit the forests and gain a better understanding of their habitats and behaviors.To help you get started on your Forest Detective Wildlife Checklist, here's a handy table showcasing some of the incredible creatures you might encounter during your nature exploration:Animal NameInteresting FactWhite-tailed DeerThe most common large mammal in Houston's forestsRed-tailed HawkKnown for its distinctive reddish-brown tail feathersEastern Gray SquirrelRecognizable by its bushy tail and gray furAmerican AlligatorCan be found in wetland areas and is a powerful swimmerGreat Blue HeronOften seen near bodies of water, hunting for fishGreen AnoleA small lizard known for its ability to change colorAs we venture into the forest, we can check off each animal we spot and learn more about their unique characteristics. It's like becoming real-life detectives, uncovering the secrets of the natural world around us. Don't forget to bring a pair of binoculars and a camera to capture any memorable wildlife encounters.Rock Climbing Gyms and WallsRock climbing enthusiasts of all ages can find excitement and adventure at the various rock climbing gyms and walls scattered throughout Houston. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned climber, these indoor climbing facilities offer a safe and thrilling experience for the whole family.Here are three reasons why you should consider trying rock climbing during your spring break in Houston:Indoor Climbing Techniques: Rock climbing gyms provide a controlled environment where you can learn and practice indoor climbing techniques. From bouldering walls to top-rope and lead climbing routes, these facilities offer a variety of challenges for climbers of all skill levels. You can improve your balance, strength, and problem-solving skills while having a blast.Safety Measures for Rock Climbing: Safety is a top priority in rock climbing gyms. Trained staff members are always on hand to provide guidance and ensure that climbers follow proper safety protocols. They'll teach you how to properly use climbing equipment, including harnesses, ropes, and carabiners. With their expert guidance, you can enjoy the thrill of climbing while feeling confident and secure.Fun for the Whole Family: Rock climbing is a great activity for families to enjoy together. Kids can develop their coordination and confidence as they navigate the climbing walls, while parents can challenge themselves and stay active. Many gyms offer designated areas for children, so even the little ones can safely join in on the fun.St. Patrick's Day ParadeThe St. Patrick's Day Parade in Houston is a fantastic family-friendly event that celebrates all things Irish and brings the community together in a colorful and festive procession. It's a must-attend event for families looking to embrace the Irish spirit and enjoy a day of fun and excitement.One of the highlights of the St. Patrick's Day Parade are the parade floats. These beautifully decorated floats showcase the creativity and talent of local organizations and businesses. From elaborate designs to vibrant colors, the floats add a touch of magic to the parade as they make their way through the streets of Houston.As you walk along the parade route, you'll be treated to the sounds of traditional Irish music. The lively tunes and infectious rhythms will have everyone tapping their feet and clapping their hands. It's a joyous atmosphere that will lift your spirits and create lasting memories for your family.In addition to the parade floats and Irish music, there are plenty of other activities to enjoy during the St. Patrick's Day Parade. You can indulge in delicious food from local vendors, participate in interactive games and activities, and even meet some of the parade participants. It's a day filled with laughter, joy, and a sense of community.Mercer Botanic GardensAfter enjoying the festive and lively atmosphere of the St. Patrick's Day Parade, we can continue our family adventure by exploring the natural beauty and tranquility of Mercer Botanic Gardens. This hidden gem in Humble is the perfect place to soak in the sights and sounds of spring.Here's what you can expect at Mercer Botanic Gardens:Spring Flowers: As we wander through the gardens, we'll be greeted by a vibrant display of colorful blooms. From daffodils and tulips to azaleas and bluebonnets, the gardens come alive with the beauty of the season. It's a great opportunity to teach the little ones about different types of flowers and their unique characteristics.Sculpture Walks: As we stroll along the winding paths, we'll discover captivating sculptures nestled among the foliage. These artistic creations add a touch of whimsy and creativity to the natural surroundings. We can engage in a fun game of 'spot the sculpture' and see who can find the most hidden treasures.Playground Fun and Walking Trails: Mercer Botanic Gardens not only offers stunning flora and fauna, but also provides plenty of recreational activities for the whole family. The arboretum boasts playgrounds where the kids can climb, slide, and swing to their heart's content. And for those who prefer a leisurely walk, the gardens feature well-maintained trails that wind through the lush greenery, providing a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.Mercer Botanic Gardens truly offers something for everyone. Whether we're marveling at the breathtaking spring flowers, embarking on a sculpture scavenger hunt, or enjoying some outdoor playtime, this natural oasis is sure to delight both young and old.Frequently Asked QuestionsAre There Any Age Restrictions for the Houston Rodeo?Age restrictions for the Houston Rodeo vary depending on the event. Some events may have specific age limits, while others are open to all ages. It's best to check the official website or contact the organizers for detailed information about age restrictions and ticket prices.The Houston Rodeo offers a wide range of activities and entertainment for the whole family to enjoy, so everyone can have a great time.What Are Some Popular TV Shows for Kids to Watch During Spring Break?During spring break, there are plenty of popular TV shows for kids to watch and enjoy. From animated adventures to educational series, there's something for every young viewer.These shows can be a fun way to relax and unwind during the break, whether it's with a cozy blanket and a bowl of popcorn or a special treat like candy.How Much Does It Cost to Visit the Houston Children's Museum?Visiting the Houston Children's Museum is definitely worth the price!Compared to other children's museums in the area, it offers a whopping 90,000 square feet of fun. From bungee trampolines to shaving cream pie fights, there's something for everyone. You can even roll around in human hamster balls!It's a special Spring Break Destination Celebration that your kids will love. So, grab your family and get ready for a day of laughter and excitement at the Houston Children's Museum.Can Adults Attend Comic Con in Conroe Without Children?Yes, adults can attend Comic Con in Conroe without children. It's a fantastic opportunity for all comic book enthusiasts to come together, geek out, and enjoy the festivities.From cosplaying to meeting your favorite artists and creators, there's something for everyone.Are There Any Admission Fees for Visiting Mercer Botanic Gardens?There are no admission fees for visiting Mercer Botanic Gardens, making it a great option for a family outing during Spring Break. Mercer Botanic Gardens offers a beautiful outdoor space with playgrounds, picnic areas, and walking trails, perfect for a day of exploring nature.As for the Houston Rodeo, there are no age restrictions, so everyone can enjoy the festivities. It's always nice to find activities that are affordable and accessible for the whole family.ConclusionIn conclusion, Spring Break 2022 in Houston offers an abundance of exciting activities for families to enjoy together. From the thrilling rides and delicious fair food at the Houston Rodeo to the interactive exhibits at the Houston Children's Museum, there's something for everyone.Whether you're exploring the mysteries of ancient Egypt or embarking on a journey to outer space, this Spring Break promises laughter, learning, and unforgettable moments with your Houston kids.So don't miss out on the fun and make this vacation a truly memorable one! As they say, 'The family that plays together, stays together.' Read More : https://worldkidstravel.com/15-things-to-do-with-houston-kids-over-spring-break-2022/?feed_id=1107&_unique_id=65eb789fe569d

Best Day Trips From Detroit Mi Are you ready to escape the hustle and bustle of Detroit and embark on an unforgettable adventure? Join us as we whisk you away on a journey to the best day trips from Detroit, Michigan.From historic enclaves to charming beach villages, there's something for everyone to enjoy. So pack your bags, hop in the car, and let's explore the hidden gems just a short drive away.Get ready to create memories that will last a lifetime. Let's go!Key TakeawaysLansing is the capital of Michigan and offers a rich history with attractions such as the Michigan History Center and free admission on Sundays.Ann Arbor, located west of Detroit, is home to the University of Michigan Museum of Art and the Ann Arbor Art Fair, making it a great destination for art enthusiasts.Frankenmuth, known for its Bavarian-style architecture, offers unique experiences such as river cruises and horse-drawn carriage rides, as well as Bavarian-themed restaurants and local antique stores.Milford, a historic enclave in western Oakland County, is a great option for outdoor activities with its Kensington Metropark and adult-only day trips in the DORA grounds.Lansing: Capital of Michigan and Birthplace of OldsmobileWe should visit Lansing, the capital of Michigan and birthplace of Oldsmobile, to learn more about its rich history.Lansing isn't only the political center of the state but also offers a fascinating glimpse into the automotive industry's early days.One of the must-visit attractions in Lansing is the Michigan State Capitol, a stunning building with its iconic dome that dominates the city's skyline. Inside, you can explore the historical exhibits and learn about Michigan's role in shaping the nation.Another highlight of Lansing is the Oldsmobile Museum, which takes you on a journey through the birth and growth of the famous automobile brand. Here, you can marvel at vintage cars, learn about the innovations that revolutionized the industry, and discover the impact Oldsmobile had on American culture. It's a captivating experience for both car enthusiasts and history buffs.In addition to these attractions, Lansing also offers a vibrant downtown area with a variety of shops, restaurants, and cultural venues. The city's riverfront is a great place to relax and enjoy the scenic beauty.Whether you're interested in politics, automotive history, or simply exploring a charming city, Lansing has something to offer. So, why not plan a visit and immerse yourself in the rich history of Michigan's capital?Ann Arbor: City West of Detroit With Art and CultureThere are numerous art galleries and cultural events in Ann Arbor, making it a vibrant city west of Detroit. If you're looking for a fun and creative way to spend your evening, Ann Arbor offers a variety of date night options and art classes.Here are three options to consider:Explore the Ann Arbor Art Center: The Ann Arbor Art Center is a hub for artistic expression. They offer a range of art classes and workshops for all skill levels. Whether you're interested in painting, ceramics, or photography, there's something for everyone. You can even take a date night art class and create something special together.Visit the University of Michigan Museum of Art: The University of Michigan Museum of Art is a must-visit for art enthusiasts. With a diverse collection of works from around the world, you can immerse yourself in different cultures and artistic styles. It's a great place to spark conversations and appreciate the beauty of art with your partner.Attend the Ann Arbor Art Fair: The Ann Arbor Art Fair is a highlight of the city's cultural calendar. With over 1,000 artists showcasing their work, you can stroll through the streets and discover unique pieces. It's an excellent opportunity to support local artists and find something special to commemorate your date night.Whether you're looking to learn a new skill or immerse yourself in the art scene, Ann Arbor has plenty to offer for a memorable date night experience.Frankenmuth: Bavarian-style Architecture and CharmLet's explore the charm of Frankenmuth, with its Bavarian-style architecture and captivating atmosphere.This quaint city, located just an hour and 28 minutes away from Detroit, is known for its picturesque Main Street, lined with castle-like structures that transport visitors to a charming Bavarian village.As we stroll along the streets, we'll discover an array of Bavarian-themed restaurants, where we can indulge in hearty German cuisine and traditional Bavarian delicacies.In addition to its architectural beauty and culinary delights, Frankenmuth is also home to a number of local antique stores, where we can uncover hidden treasures from the past. These stores offer a unique shopping experience, filled with vintage furniture, collectibles, and one-of-a-kind pieces that add character to any home.But it's not just the Bavarian-themed restaurants and local antique stores that make Frankenmuth special. The city also offers delightful river cruises and horse-drawn carriage rides, allowing us to immerse ourselves in its enchanting atmosphere. Whether we choose to take a leisurely cruise along the Cass River or embark on a romantic carriage ride through the streets, we're sure to be captivated by the beauty and tranquility that surrounds us.Milford: Outdoor Activities and DORA ExperienceLuckily, Milford offers a plethora of outdoor activities and the exciting DORA experience that will surely enhance our day trip. Here are three reasons why you should consider visiting Milford for some fun in the sun:Outdoor trails and aquatic activities: Milford is home to the beautiful Kensington Metropark, where you can explore miles of scenic trails. Whether you prefer hiking, biking, or simply taking a leisurely walk, there's something for everyone. Additionally, the park boasts a variety of aquatic activities, including swimming, boating, and fishing. So, grab your sunscreen and get ready to immerse yourself in nature.Adult-only day trips in DORA: Milford takes the concept of a day trip to a whole new level with its Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area, or DORA for short. This unique experience allows adults to enjoy their favorite beverages while strolling through the charming streets of Milford. With all-day happy hour and a relaxed atmosphere, DORA provides the perfect backdrop for a day of exploration and relaxation.Engaging and informative: Milford offers a blend of outdoor activities and cultural experiences that cater to all interests. From historical landmarks to art galleries, there's no shortage of things to see and do. So, whether you're a nature enthusiast or a history buff, Milford has something for you.Lexington: Charming Beach Village and Lake Huron ViewsWe absolutely love the picturesque views of Lake Huron and the charming beach village of Lexington. Located just 1 hour and 18 minutes away from Detroit, Lexington is a hidden gem that offers a relaxing retreat for city dwellers.The public beaches on Lake Huron are perfect for beach activities such as swimming, sunbathing, and building sandcastles. But what truly sets Lexington apart is its breathtaking sunsets. The Lexington State Harbor is the ideal spot for sunset watching, with its panoramic views of the southern lake. As the sun dips below the horizon, casting vibrant hues of orange, pink, and purple across the sky, you can't help but be captivated by the beauty of nature.Whether you're strolling along the beach, sitting on a bench, or enjoying a picnic, the sunsets in Lexington are truly awe-inspiring. So if you're looking for a peaceful getaway and a chance to unwind, make sure to visit Lexington for its beach activities and unforgettable sunset watching. You won't be disappointed.Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat Are Some Popular Attractions in Lansing, Besides the Michigan History Center and the Oldsmobile Birthplace?When it comes to popular attractions in Lansing, besides the Michigan History Center and the Oldsmobile birthplace, there are a few options worth exploring.One of them is the Lansing River Trail, which offers scenic views and is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.Additionally, Lansing Brewing Company is a local brewery that offers craft beers and a vibrant atmosphere.Can You Recommend Any Art Classes or Workshops in Ann Arbor, in Addition to the University of Michigan Museum of Art?Sure, I can recommend some art classes and workshops in Ann Arbor, besides the University of Michigan Museum of Art.Ann Arbor Art Center offers a variety of art classes and workshops for all skill levels. They provide a creative and supportive environment for individuals to explore their artistic talents. From painting and drawing to sculpture and ceramics, there's something for everyone.What Are Some Unique Dining Options in Frankenmuth, Aside From the Bavarian-Themed Restaurants?When it comes to unique dining experiences in Frankenmuth, there are options beyond the Bavarian-themed restaurants. One option is to explore the local food markets, where you can find fresh produce, artisanal products, and unique culinary delights.These markets offer a chance to sample local flavors and support local businesses. Whether you're looking for farm-to-table dining or international cuisine, Frankenmuth has something to satisfy every palate.Don't miss the opportunity to discover the hidden culinary gems in this charming city.Are There Any Other Outdoor Activities to Enjoy in Milford, Besides Those at Kensington Metropark?Other outdoor activities in Milford, MI include hiking trails that offer beautiful scenery and a chance to connect with nature.Additionally, kayaking adventures on the nearby lakes and rivers provide a thrilling and refreshing experience.When exploring Milford, don't miss the local farmers market, where you can find fresh produce and unique artisanal products.The historic downtown area is also worth a visit, with its charming shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions.What Are Some Other Points of Interest in Lexington, Besides the Public Beaches and the Lexington State Harbor?In Lexington, there are some other points of interest that you wouldn't want to miss.Besides the public beaches and Lexington State Harbor, you can explore the charming beach village and take in the panoramic views of the southern lake.You can also indulge in art workshops to unleash your creativity or embark on scenic hiking trails for a refreshing outdoor experience.Lexington truly offers a relaxing retreat for city dwellers seeking a peaceful and artistic escape.ConclusionAs we conclude our journey through the best day trips from Detroit, we can't help but feel a sense of fulfillment and wonder. Like a symphony reaching its crescendo, each destination has its own unique melody, captivating our senses and stirring our souls.From the historical richness of Lansing to the artistic allure of Ann Arbor, the Bavarian charm of Frankenmuth, the outdoor adventures in Milford, and the tranquil beauty of Lexington, these day trips offer a diverse tapestry of experiences.So, pack your bags and let the rhythm of exploration guide you on your next adventure from Detroit. Read More : https://worldkidstravel.com/best-day-trips-from-detroit-mi/?feed_id=799&_unique_id=65e707f9841ad

With the fact that it's been a couple of days since Dizzy came out and we now have the full Big 5 class, I was wondering what people thought about it. If I had to give my opinion this year the big 5 class is very strange. 4/5 of the songs highlight typical characteristics of their countries (except Germany) and give you different sensations from each other (we have a ballad in French, an English pop song, 2 Spanish songs - oh sorry my bad but you understand, and then a radio-friendly song which is not bad but not the best one, even though Isaak was my winner of the German selection). in general the only song I don't like is Zorra, but it has a very iconic performance that saves it, while Alwasy on the Run and Dizzy are very nice but give me the feeling of 2 songs that could have given more, Slimane instead with Mon Amour and after the performance at DORA it always makes me emotional, especially in the last chorus, and my favorite is Angelina and La Noia is my “number 1” of this 5 because for the liveliness of the song with a feeling of bitterness (in a positive sense) caused by the lyrics . What about you instead? How do you think the big 5 are this year?