Scooby Doo is one of the most iconic and timeless cartoons of all times. It's wild that a children's show from the 60s made on a budget of $0 is still entertaining us 6 decades after its debut. There are some Scooby Doo fans that go beyond a casual liking for the show, and make it a huge feature of their personality. And by people, I mean myself. As someone in exclusive Scooby Doo fan Facebook groups, I am on the pulse of what Mystery Gang members are thinking about the iconic franchise. Let me…

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I'm not an NPC. At least I don't think I am. NPC, or “Non Player Character” has been in the vernacular for some time now, but recently it's become used to label people they see as “mindless” or “controlled by something.” One of my least favorite examples of this is when people post videos of themselves at the airport and ask the question “How is it possible that 100 people are flying from Tampa Florida to Salt Lake City Utah on a Tuesday morning? At least 80% of these people must be NPCs." I ha…

I don't know if any social media will ever die yet live on so positively in people's memories as Vine has. The iconic quotes from Vine (I don't even have to list them for you to know them) have stayed within the internet cultural consciousness for years since the social media platform's untimely death seems to be emblematic of an internet culture lost to time. As much as I tolerate TikTok , I don't know if that app's trends will age as well as the late Vines. I'm nostalgic for the 2019 TikTok t…

Whoever said dogs were "Man's Best Friend" forgot to include penguins, raccoons , salmon, and all animals in the animal kingdom. Animals are the light of our lives. They deserve parades and non-toxic cakes celebrating their existence. Disney's Animal Kingdom is just that; a theme park devoted to celebrating animals 365 days a year. They say it's not a zoo, but it's totally a zoo. Animal Kingdom is 33% depictions of wildlife in Asia and Africa, 33% Pandora the World of Avatar, and 33% DInoland U…

One of the greatest movies of the 20th century is about a man who magically turns into a dog. I'm not talking about The Shaggy Dog or its remake starring Tim Allen. No, I'm referring to the greatest hidden gem Disney+ has to offer, The Shaggy D.A. As the title so cleverly suggests, it is a movie about a man who is running for District Attorney and can't stop turning into a big white fluffy dog . The best part of this movie is its action sequences. If you haven't seen the viral clip where a man…

Bark Bark. Meow Meow. These are the classic sounds of the dog and the cat we all know and love. They are the most common pets for a reason, and that reason is that they are so rad. A dog will bark when they hear you coming out of the bathroom. A cat can stretch out to over three feet. These are iconic animals that I can't help but love with all of my heart. I understand why certain people do not want dogs or cats as pets. They is much more responsibility required for a feline or a canine than a…

Did you know that gossip columnist Perez Hilton originally coined the term "amazeballs"? I find this news to be devastating, as I could have never guessed that such a swag slang term would've come from the mind of one of society's most nefarious journalists. In hindsight, it's horrifying that we just sat back and let him say everything he said about Britney Spears . Granted, most of us were mere children when it occurred, but we still should have done something about it. Since his now long pass…

It's been years since I had a dog of my own. Taking care of the energetic beasts isn't an easy feat, and it doesn't exactly suit the urban lifestyle - especially in New York City where we pay exorbitant rents for shoebox-sized apartments. While I happily accept my new cat-person identity, I enthusiastically enjoy dogs vicariously. This means cooing over photos of my friends' dogs, or spending time cuddling with my parents' adorable (and huge) canine companions. No disrespect to my cats, but the…

Dogs are an S-tier pet if there ever was one. They are called man's best friend for a reason; doggos are uncritical, love you unconditionally, and are generally a blast to be around. Dogs might not be for everyone, but if you're an extrovert who wants even more social interaction in your life, then these furry friends are perfect for you. Even if you're more of an introvert, having a sweet, cuddly, and quiet dog around you is a welcome distraction from all the annoying people in the world. Alth…

It's difficult to remember the sordid memes of your past. Over the years, we've all quickly scrolled through so many funny images that only a select few have made a real impact on us. Sure, there are those meme formats that have been replicated over and over to no avail, but those timeless pictures are a rare breed. It's fun to take a scroll down meme-mory lane, looking back as some possibly dated , but timelessly funny combinations of words and images. Perhaps it's been many years since you've…

Not everything has to be so positive all of the time. There are so many people out there who believe that having a positive attitude will literally cure all that is wrong with them, which is patently untrue. In fact, I would argue that desperately trying to be positive even when you're not in a good place does more harm than good. If you can't sit with the things that make you unhappy, then you'll never be able to confront and change them. On a less deep note, isn't it a little bit fun to be a…

I grew up in a family obsessed with dogs. Whenever we went on road trips, we played a compelling game of my creation, creatively titled, “The Dog Breed Game.”

. Whoever said dogs were “Man's Best Friend” forgot to include penguins, raccoons , salmon, and all animals in the animal kingdom. Animals are the light of our lives. They deserve parades and non-toxic cakes celebrating their existence. Disney's Animal Kingdom is just that; a theme park devoted to celebrating animals 365 days a year. They say it's not a zoo, but it's totally a zoo. Animal Kingdom is 33% depictions of wildlife in Asia and Africa, 33% Pandora the World of Avatar, and 33% DInoland…

Have you ever wondered what dog breed best represents your astrological sign ? Well, you've come to the right place. Dogs and zodiac signs are an interesting mix because if you got your dog from the shelter, you likely don't know their sign. You have to decide just by vibes whether your rottweiler is an Aquarius or a Scorpio. Spoiler alert, he's a Scorpio. Dogs have a different kind of birthday called “Gotcha Days,” which marks their adoption date. That's way more fun than a birthday could ever…

Even if you don't have a doggy of your own, you likely see dogs every day. When I'm walking to work and see an incredibly excitable puppy lunging toward me, I often feel conflicted about how to proceed. While, on the one hand, I'd love to pet the dog and give it all of the affirmations it deserves, I know most dog walkers usually don't want to get stopped by randos. It's a brutal world out there for us dog lovers without pets of our own. One of my favorite dog-related activities is looking at p…