Oh, you thought those wild Black Friday fights over TVs and toys were a modern phenomenon? Well, buckle up, buttercup, because back in the ‘80s, moms were throwing fists over Cabbage Patch Kids — yes, those weird little doll faces that looked like they’d been through a blender. And no, this is not some urban legend. There’s actual video footage of it. 🙄 So here’s the scene: It’s 1983, and the Cabbage Patch Kids are flying off the shelves faster than your hopes and dreams after hitting a dead-end job. They’re the toy of the year, the Holy Grail, the thing that will make or break your reputation as a mother. Forget the love and care you give your kids, the real question was, “Did you get them a Cabbage Patch Kid for Christmas?” And of course, mothers —yes, mothers—were prepared to go to war to get their hands on one. Sure, it’s just a doll, but with its signature look of slightly weird, cherubic innocence and big floppy ears, it was a symbol of success. They weren’t just any ...
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