Eighty-eight years ago, a beloved character was created with the purpose to make the world a better place. What makes Mickey Mouse unique from any other character is that he achieved his created goal. Our world is a better and happier place today because of this beloved mouse. In honor of his 88th birthday, it is only fitting to remember the joy he has brought to our world and think about how he has stolen our hearts.
1. For one, he makes rodents adorable.
2. He is neither black nor white, embodying the diversity of the world.
3. He has magic and a lot of it.
4. He embodies happiness.
5. But even Mickey has bad days, making him relatable.
6. He and Minnie are #relationshipgoals.
7. And he has the best group of friends.
8. He has the best holiday decorations.
9. And the best laugh
10. You can always count on Mickey to have a snazzy outfit.
11. He always follows his dreams, no matter how unpractical they are.
12. Mickey Mouse is not perfect, but he is always willing to learn from his mistakes.
13. You'll never find a better or more loyal friend.
14. No other character has a more iconic head.
15. It even makes snacks adorable.
16. He has been in some of the most moving scenes in storytelling history.
17. Ryan Seacrest doesn't even come close for the best T.V. host.
18. Even when life is hard, he never complains.
19. He was created with the purpose of making the world a better, happier place.
20. And he actually did it.
“I only hope that we never lose sight of one thing — that it was all started by a mouse," Walt Disney.
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