Mmmm... 'The Simpsons'; Life lessons from Homer, Marge and the gang

From: The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (Milwaukee, WI) | Date: July 27, 2007| Author: | Copyright information

It seems that all I know in life, I've learned from "The Simpsons."

Here are 10 examples, with help from readers, colleagues and "The Simpsons: A Complete Guide to our Favorite Family," by Matt Groening.

1. Never judge anyone by the color of her hair.

Homer said Marge is as "pretty as Princess Leia and as smart as Yoda." If her blue beehive is unconventional - it was inspired by "The Bride of Frankenstein," said Matt Groening, creator of "The Simpsons" - it covers a particularly tolerant, fair and understanding bit of gray matter.

2. Keith Richards mows his own lawn.

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