Funny Links

Mario: The Movie! No one thought a lowly plumber could earn the love of a princess, but they were in for a surprise.

A tortoise attends a renaissance faire in full costume. I’m not kidding -he’s wearing a kilt and pulling a little cart.

Can’t… stop… clicking… channels… Beware, or you, too, may become addicted to Gif.TV. (via Metafilter)

The Six Ways You’ll See Your Dad. So funny and so true, and can apply to moms as well.

Roald Dahl Was Kind of Weird. Anyone familiar with the author would call that an understatement, but this letter he wrote just adds fuel to his reputation.

In the animated short film Mortys, death is a working mother. Business is disrupted when the Grim Reaper’s child schemes to get more of her time.

Gear up for college football season even if you don’t know a thing about the game! This video takes you through the 30 strangest names of real college players, past and present.

Expectations vs. Reality. In many different fields.

This is how a cave spider hides itself. Wait for it, and find out how an arachnid can be “cute.”

The 12 Most Annoying Types Of College Students. If you recognize yourself, there’s still time to mend your ways for this year!

8 Wacky Fall Festivals. It takes a good dose of silliness to stand out from all the rest of the harvest celebrations.

A Gizmodo writer went on a date with a game champion and complained he was too nerdy. The internet responded with something about a pot and a kettle, and here is a roundup of the relevant (and funny) links.