Oh, it's so exciting when you post a new part! I was rereading Swamp Call the other day and when you used the word "flippersteps" in there I was all happy and silly.
You write good.
I really like all the frogs in Kermit's life. Kermit's mom and dad, Mags, Jimmy, Robin (of course) and all the little cousins and nephews and nieces. Frogs everwhere! Let me ask you something all shy-like: I'm toying with the idea of setting some of a future story in the swamp and honestly, I think it will be your swamp, since you've done such an amzing job of realizing that place in your stories, I just can't imagine Kermit's home being any different. So I guess my question would be... would you object to that? S'okay if you do, I could change the setting, I'd just like to know one way or the other.
Anyhoo, but to your brilliant story.
I like the way Jimmy confronts Kermit and Robin's eavesdropping. It's sooo cute! I also love your description of Robin as a "dark green ball of energy". Lovely imagery.
TogetherAgain said:
“Oh,” Robin said. “Yup, that’s what I was doing!”
Jimmy struggled not to laugh. “You’re uh… You’re not supposed to do that, Robin,” he said.
Teehee! I love that! It's so cute and funny!
“Far, far away?” Robin asked, his innocent eyes shining. “Like where fairy tales are?”
Awwww! I need to cuddle Robin now!
Kermit nodded. “Next month, right.” Which means you’re only two months younger than Ray was when… Don’t think about it, Kermit. “And a little frog like you should stay with his parents, so they can take care of him.”
Ooh, but you can still break my heart in two!
Kermit's worry over taking care of Robin (his worry about taking care of anyone!) is just so touching and sad. You always hug my stories, can I hug yours? I'm going to! <Hugs story> Ah, feels good.
“Listen Kermit,” Jimmy said firmly. “I know my son. I’ve known almost since he hatched, that he’s not staying in the swamp. He’s gonna hop right out of here the first chance he gets, and I’d rather that chance be for him to go with you.”
Wow, now there's a real character moment for Robin. I didn't know that about him before, but now I believe it completely. I feel all protective of the little guy now. You better keep a close eye, Kermit.
“That’s the worst lie I’ve ever heard and you know it,” Jimmy interrupted. “And worse, you tell it to yourself, don’t you?” His voice was accusing.
Can't... speak... er, type, coherently... have fallen... apart.
“Stop blaming yourself for Ray’s death,” Jimmy whispered. “It’s not your fault, you didn’t do anything wrong, and you are perfectly competent of taking care of a young frog.” He dropped his arms to his side.
Shoot. I'm crying again. <wails> Oh, Kermit!!
I love the way you describe Kermit and Robin's relationship... it's beautiful.
Kermit's doging was both funny and adorable. I think one of my favorite parts of your writing is the way you make me remember why I love these characters all over again.
Thanks, Lisa... and don't stress to much, especially about this! We looooove you!
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