I know we're all quirky, unique people here... but I also know there are quirky, unique aspects to our personalities that we may not express to others. Not because we're embarrassed by them necessarily; I like to think that they're too difficult to explain to anyone, even ourselves, so we happily accept our quirks and go on about our daily lives.Me? I have this weird thing with white, puffy, anthropomorphic advertising characters. I've always been obsessed with advertising (The Eisner Museum is heaven on earth), especially advertising characters or "mascots," but those white, puffy ones just speak to me for some reason. I wish Sta-Puft Marshmallows actually existed so I could buy them. Come on over, I'll show you my Mister Softee bobble head. And yes, I have a Poppin' Fresh figurine. I know that the Michelin Man's real name is "Bibendum," and I've got him on a keychain. The Homestar Runner people stopped making Marshie, the Fluffy Puff Marshmallow mascot t-shirts right as I was about to buy one! Ooo! So close!
Do I understand why I'm so obsessed with these characters? Hell, no. But I do know that if you have a product, and you put a little white, puffy, marshmallow-like guy on the wrapper, I'll probably buy the damn thing. I even love the fictional character from Mr. Show, Pit-Pat!
See? He loves you!
So, what about you, Shakers? What weird quirks do you have that you can't possibly begin to explain?
Hmmmmm... Bibendum's looking a little swishy in this picture. No wonder I love the guy. Helloooo, drivers!
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