When I was young, I never read Pippi Longstocking. I only remember watching the movies and thinking how cool it was to have a horse on your front porch. Also, I thought about how Pippi was never afraid of anything; if someone wanted to come into her house she would make a game out of it. In my mind she was a young fearless girl who did not ever think of danger.
On Thursday, my group talked about not having parents and how that affects the way Pippi behaves. I could not image growing up without parents who would support or help me through rough times. They have been always here for me no matter what happens. Also the major thing my parents wanted for me was to be happy. Not only did Pippi lack the love and attention a child needs from her parents, but also nobody ever taught Pippi right from wrong. Growing up my parents were very strict with me about manners, and how to act in front of adults. In Pippi we see a strong girl who is able to do anything she sets her mind to. She cleans the house, cooks for herself, and is able to take care of two animals. I never realized this when I was younger watching the movies what unusual capabilities Pippi had. Now as an adult I am much more aware of Pippi’s exceptional disposition. I always thought how neat it would be to just be alone with animals and do what ever I wanted that day. As I read the book I realized that Pippi would not be the fun character she is today without her mother and father, however she needed Tommy and Annika to offset her from a normal child.
