“I'm right and you're wrong, I'm big and you're small, and there's nothing you can do about it.”

I want to be the fabulous Matilda, by the genius creation of Roald Dahl, because she did do something about the oppressive adults in her life. While she did not grow up in the most fabulous of circumstances – and most would agree that her childhood stank – she was able to rise above her situation and flourish. This little girl learned to read, write, and do complicated mathematics while she was only in nursery school – on her own. She was able to reach a place in her mind that few others can. The magic that knowledge brings is true to her. Once this inquisitive little girl conquers her parents’ stupidity and her principal’s brutal apathy, Matilda ends the story very happy living with her favorite teacher. Both Ms. Honey and Matilda are ecstatic at their situation, using their days to relive both of their childhoods, in the way they should have happened. Not to mention, having the ability to move stuff around in your mind is pretty fantastic.

As a side note, I recently found out there was Matilda the Musical on West End recently. It was called “the best British musical since Billy Elliot” and it looks fantastic. I am buying the soundtrack and look forward to the day it comes to Broadway. *crossing fingers, and toes, and arms, and everything*

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjj56XZcCAc