January 9, 2005

  • A Tribute to Kermit the Frog

    In preparation for a Thanksgiving hotpot party, my brother and I
    were talking about questions to help folks get to know each other
    better (we never got to this though). My brother asks me this question,
    "If you could climb into "cartoon land," which cartoon character would
    you most like to be? Why?" Since I was concentrating on something else,
    I was a bit stumped. All I could come up with was Kermit the Frog.
    I know, I know, Kermit is not a cartoon character, but that's all I
    could come up with on the spot.

    As a kid, I quickly learned that each of the characters had their
    own unique (and often quicky) personality. As an adult, I realize how
    this fictional nonsense actually has some bearing on reality.
    I know some Fozzie Bears, some Cookie Monsters, some Animals, some
    Bunsens and Beakers, some Gonzos, some Miss Piggys, some Scooters, and
    even some Kermits. I wonder if we could find many of our friends among
    the Muppets.  

    Kermie is the eternal romantic, an idealist, and a dreamer. He has a
    gentle spirit, a kind heart, and a generous nature. He can be a bold
    leader when it is required, but would often prefer quiet, peaceful
    reflection ... or maybe a song. My legs are not nearly as skinny, my
    body not nearly so round or so green ... I don't play the banjo or know
    a girl named Miss Piggy, but I've always felt some kinship to this
    strange little green guy.

    Help me out on a little survey: which Muppet do you identify with the most? And why?


    muppets site with character info and famous songs

Comments (8)

  • Hmmm.. since I'm not very familar with the Muppet characters, I took one of the many online self tests, and it said that I was Tweety.  Here's what it said:

    "You are Tweety.  You are cute, and everyone loves you.  You are a best friend that no one takes the chance of losing.  You never hurt feelings and seldom have your own feelings hurt.  You are witty, and calm most of the time.  Just keep clear of back stabbers, and you are worry-free."

  • Tweety is cool! I love birds, and Tweety has a very likably personality. "I tawt I taw a puddy cat. ... I diiiid! I diiiid! I diiiid taw a puddy cat!"

    I think of the Muppets, though, I probably identify with Kermit D. Frog most. I don't know a Miss Piggy either, but I do know a dnat! Dunno which Muppet she would be. Maybe Kermit also?

  • hmm...i am pooh. OH we're talking muppets? definitely kermy...

  • mmmm kermit is the bestest! i remember randomly posting once up on my xanga that if given the opportunity to marry kermit i would!  i don't know if i identify with kermit most... but i like him most.  he is not only a dreamer, but he is dreamy! sadly i cannot remember too many muppets...

    have you heard "rainbow connection" by kermit? or better yet, "wild thing" feat animal and kermit? mm it's hilarious when kermit meets animal and they get together. ukelele, quiet spirit meets spontaneous hilarity on drums. "uh uh .... animal! animal!" is the plea of kermit during the "unplugged" version.

    there are a lot of cartoon parallels in personalities! i tried looking at winnie the pooh's friends and distinctives in their personalities. i wonder how much thought goes into the creation of these characters to reflect a common spread of ppl. (rabbit = kind of direct and abrasive, piglet - a bit anxious/fearful, tigger - energetic, spontaneous, gopher - working, ambitious, owl - reminiscing, eeyore - sad, introspective, pooh - friendly, warm, easy going, kanga - nurturing, roo - cute, excited, open)

  • Muppet test: http://www.savethegoldfish.co.uk/fun/muppet.php

    You are BEAKER
    You are sensitive and romantic. You work hard and dedicate a great deal of your life to helping others. You are a friendly person whose shyness sometimes gets mistaken for ignorance. You are liked by everyone who spends time with you but find it difficult to make new friends. In romance you sometimes need to be reminded and pushed in the right direction. You are very logical, this sometimes makes you look straight and boring but once people get to know you your intelligence and wit show through.

  • I LOVE Muppets! They are a crazy bunch of ...um...animals? and I love 'em for that! I especially love the baby muppets cartoon that they had on TV long long time ago! 

    I took the test and this is what I got, hahaha...! I think it does describe me pretty well (in some areas =P).

    You are GONZO
    You have a giant nose, a nose so big that some call it a deformity. You are a well balanced individual who enjoys a little bit of everything. Your varied lifestyle can sometimes cause dilemmas especially when your desire for a pleasant family life conflicts with your urge to party. You are constantly organizing your time to ensure social events don't interfere with family time. You are a career person with goals and targets. Your goals often change as the wilder side of your personality tells you you're bored. You like stability and security but often worry that you are getting tied down. You are prone to making impulsive decisions that impact on your career and family life. As you age you find the focus of your life shifting from party animal to family builder.

  • Ah!! ... I used to know a few of kermie's songs by heart. Even though I've always related most with Kermit, I like hanging out with Fozzie Bears and Gonzos. Not sure why though. :giddy:

  • Ooh, I like Kermit too. But I took the test, and here's what it said:

    You are Elmo (Elmo's my favorite, since he's so happy and positive, not to mention the cutest of all the Muppets).

    You are cute and everyone loves you. You are a best friend that no one takes the chance of losing. You never hurt feelings and seldom have your own feelings hurt. Life is a breeze. You are witty and calm most of the time. Just keep clear of backstabbers, and you are worry free.

    Anyone else get Elmo?

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