It Meant that I was Getting Away with Something

They always showed Ray Harryhausen's films (well the films with his critters in them) after my bedtime, but sometimes I could sneak out and watch them for a while.  His monsters never scared me; they were monsters for adventures, not ones who menace little boys.  Little boys defeat those motherfuckers, and feel like heroes (well, this one did).  I hope it was the same for lots of kids, regardless or sex and gender.

I will miss you sir.  You made monsters that made little kid me feel like a hero.