Quote by Joseph Barbera

I never got tired of Tom and Jerry, but I did have a dream of doing more with my life than making cartoons.

I never got tired of Tom and Jerry, but I did have a dream o

Summary

This quote highlights the speaker's enduring love for Tom and Jerry, a popular cartoon. However, it also expresses their desire to pursue greater ambitions and aspirations beyond creating cartoons. It suggests that while they enjoyed this particular activity, they wished to explore other endeavors and fulfill their potential in different areas of life.

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Life Dreams

By Joseph Barbera

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