The wisdom of Charlie Brown
I've always loved the timeless "Peanuts" cartoons. I could never pinpoint why I liked the comic strip and its lovable characters. I just found it appealing.
Yesterday, I managed to catch A Boy Named Charlie Brown, and I realized that for me, watching Charlie Brown was like looking in a mirror. And, then it hit me.
I'm Charlie Brown.
Even though I've seen that movie - as well as the other "Peanuts" classics - a slew of times, it was the first time that I actually noticed how much I'm like Charlie. The bad luck, the cynicism, the sarcasm, the feelings of inadequacy.
I get it, Chuck. I really get it.
Yesterday, I managed to catch A Boy Named Charlie Brown, and I realized that for me, watching Charlie Brown was like looking in a mirror. And, then it hit me.
I'm Charlie Brown.
Even though I've seen that movie - as well as the other "Peanuts" classics - a slew of times, it was the first time that I actually noticed how much I'm like Charlie. The bad luck, the cynicism, the sarcasm, the feelings of inadequacy.
I get it, Chuck. I really get it.
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posted by Sherry @ 12/01/2008 10:35:00 AM
1 Comments:
At December 04, 2008 12:02 PM,
Scrappy_Lady said…
I think Charlie Brown is more wise than most of the other characters, though; wise beyond his age. In the Christmas one, for example, he feels the true meaning of Christmas in his heart, and wants to share that with others. He's moved to try to direct the play, then get that little Christmas tree. When everyone finally comes around to see what he has seen all along, it is a beautiful scene.
To be like Charlie Brown, I think, a person would be able to see past a lot of things, to see what's really important and what really matters. Having this unique ability would be priceless. I can only wish to have that quality myself.
Many wishes for a beautiful day for you, my friend.
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