posted on September 1, 2001 03:31:26 AM newMr. Rogers Hangs Up Cardigan. Fred Rodgers won't be making anymore episodes. The last episode ran Friday. It isn't going to change my TV viewing habits but I think his retirement is something of a milestone. 50 years from now adults on a communication media I can't even imagine will reminisce about "remember Mr. Rogers." In a world that changes much to quick I tip my hat to Fred and his 34 year career on PBS.
There have been a lot of kiddie shows, but I don't think any came close to the longevity of Mr. Rogers. I remember seeing the last episode of Howdy Doodie. Clarabelle the clown spoke for the first time on the last episode, he said "Good Bye" funny the things you remember. I also remember seeing the first episode of Capt. Kangaroo. Did you known Capt. Kangaroo was Clarabelle on Howdy Doodie (Bob Keeshaw.)
posted on September 1, 2001 05:29:27 AM new
Morning Uaru - I tip my hat to him too. Our sons (and granddaughter) watched his program along with both Capt. Kangaroo and Sesame Street. Great childrens programming, IMO. I'm pleased to read that Mr. Roger's show will live on in re-runs.
I agree with the many recent news articles about him. He is a tender, compassionate, genuine and simple man who never appeared rushed and was always very encouraging to the little ones. One of his messages was to love yourself and others.
"Our thoughts and feelings, the way we treat other people, the way we love one another, that's what matters much more than what we look like, " Mister Rogers says. "I like you exactly as you look right now."
posted on September 1, 2001 10:00:51 AM new
Though the show will live on in reruns - he will be sorely missed by my family. My mother tells me he was my absolute favorite as a child. And in this day of Rugrats, Scooby Doo, Barney and many more - my children also chose Mr. Rogers over another show on at the same time.
He is a gentle, wonderful man and I wish him a happy and healthy retirement.
posted on September 1, 2001 10:21:32 AM new By Mr. Rogers, you were a wonderful source of good feelings and gentleness when my nieces needed it most. I made sure they had every opportunity to be your good neighbor.
posted on September 1, 2001 09:32:56 PM new
What an ocean of calm he was, in a sea of busy noise. What a contrast to the loud cartoons picturing people hitting other people. I'm convinced our adult children are better and more sensitive people because they earnestly watched him every day, and talked to him, and answered his questions, and sang his songs. I looooove that man.
posted on September 2, 2001 09:50:33 PM new
In a local amusement park we have the Mister Roger's Neighborhood Of Make Believe trolley. It is an adorable ride - I have ridden it many times and got to meet many people who worked with him on the project.
It seems he is a VERY good actor. Unfortunately, not one person I talked to said their experience with him was a positive one
Bummer ...
Thankfully, however, he was wonderful on television - and my children loved him. That is the way it should be
posted on September 4, 2001 11:46:54 PM new
Just watched Leno's monologue. He affirmed that Mr. Roger's retirement was a sad event...because he'll no longer be around to help President Bush tie his shoes....
By Mr. Rogers, you were a wonderful source of good feelings and gentleness when my nieces needed it most. I made sure they had every opportunity to be your good neighbor.
