He Grandparents’ Day in Mexico is celebrated every August 28th to recognize the role of the older adults in society, although It is not a celebration only for those who have grandchildren..
In August 1982, the first celebration for senior citizens was held during the United Nations International Assembly on Ageing.
However, the commemorative date arrived in Mexico in 1983 and its celebration extended nationwide until 1988. Since then, there are special events and even discounts for senior citizens, who with their experience and history are a fundamental part.
AND who did not grow up listening to stories from their own grandparents They probably got to Listen to advice from other older adultseven of animated characters in the series.
Heidi’s Grandfather
A man hermit who lives in the Alps Swiss You must take care of your Granddaughter Heidia five-year-old girl who begins a new adventure every day in her discovery of the world.
Although he seems to be bad-tempered, Grandpa shows his affection for Heidieven the most famous song of the cartoon It is dedicated to the man with abundant white hair and a long beard.
“Grandpa, tell me, what sounds do I hear? Grandpa, tell me, why do I go to the cloud? Tell me, why does the air smell like that? Tell me, why am I so happy? Grandpa, I will never leave you.”
Abe from The Simpsons
Sometimes sleeping in the nursing home and other times getting into trouble or taking care of his grandchildren, that’s how it is Abraham Simpsonfather of Homer and grandfather of Bart, Lisa and Maggie.
Although he is sometimes ignored by his own family, whenever he can he tries to take care of them and tell them stories from his past which, although fragmented, usually cause interest.
Don Papi Mafia from The Fairly OddParents
Who are followers of The Fairly OddParents From its first chapters you probably know that Don Papi Mafia He is the father of Wanda and her sister Blonde (very similar to her but blonde).
Although This magical being has a secondary role In the first seasons it is important when it comes to giving advice. Also, in the new series launched by Nickelodeon the head of the magic mafia He was mentioned by several fans who say he took care of his grandson Poof, son of Wanda and Cosmo, and who has the same color clothing as Don Papi.
Under his purple suit and intimidating appearance, Gift Daddy Mafia keep someone who knows how to give advice.
Lou Pickles from Rugrats
If in the animated world there is someone who demonstrates affection for their grandchildren It’s Lou Pickles, grandfather of Tommy, Dil and Angelica, in Rugrats.
Although he falls asleep in the middle of every story he tells his grandchildren, he always has time for a new adventure with them. Lou Pickles He was born on November 8, 1915, and in his working years he was “a soldier in the war, a cook, a repairman of small appliances and a detective,” according to Nickelodeon.