THE BOY, THE MOLE, THE FOX AND THE HORSE
Since the time Charlie Mackesy's ink drawings trended a couple of years ago, I've been a fan. His illustrations of a boy, a mole, a fox and a horse in pen and watercolors are truly alluring which at times, makes one wish they are real.
To add more to the charm, he released a children's book based on those characters and my, the words he crafted for the story never fail to strike a chord every time one reads them. Now, what do you think one felt upon learning that the book had been adapted into a film? Thrilled, of course! It's a must-watch for those who'd like to carry on with their high spirits but moreso, for those who need a heap of good ol' pick-me-ups. Overall, it's like a big, warm, animated hug made for all. Streaming now on Apple TV so go watch.
In case you need more convincing, here are some golden nuggets of wisdom from the adaptation:
• Isn't it odd, we can only see our outsides, but nearly everything happens on the inside?
• Imagine how we'd be if we were less afraid. Most of the old moles I know wish they'd listened less to their fears and more to their dreams.
• Being honest is always interesting.
• You know, sometimes your mind plays tricks on you. It can tell you you're no good, that it's all hopeless. But I've discovered this: You are loved and important, and you bring to this world things that no one else can. So hold on.
