Dear Kermit, I am f-a-t. Fat. Hefty. Big boned. Chunky. You know that Eddie Murphy movie with the Klumps? Well I’m pretty sure he wrote that about me. I’ve tried everything to lose weight, but nothing works. I’m usually okay with my body, except for when summer rolls around. I’m so self-conscious that I’d rather… Continue reading Dear Kermit: Chunky in Chicago
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Kermit Says: Be Right Back!
I'm taking a bit of a hiatus to enjoy the summer, and plan to post periodically. Regularly scheduled once-a-week posts will resume in August. Until then, feel free to comment or send requests to contactkermitsays@gmail.com, and I'll respond as soon as possible. Be well!
Dear Kermit: Heartbroken Hermonite
Dear Kermit, I’m pretty distraught right now. My girlfriend, well, ex-girlfriend, went out with another guy this weekend and it broke my heart. I treated her so well, but maybe I should just be a jerk. I don’t know what to do to get over her. Any advice? Signed, Heartbroken Hermonite Dear Heartbroken Hermonite, Let’s… Continue reading Dear Kermit: Heartbroken Hermonite
Kermit Says: Be Radiant
The other day, I was sitting in the car blasting my music--what's new--when suddenly Rihanna's song, "Shine Bright Like a Diamond," came on. Now, ordinarily this moment wouldn't stand out to me, but for some reason this Rihanna song in particular did. I found myself closing my eyes, snapping my fingers, bobbing my head--the typical… Continue reading Kermit Says: Be Radiant
Kermit Says: Be Bold
As an English teacher, I’ve written this post with the idea of being interactive because, like in my classroom, this is not about me—this is about you. So, if I ask you a question, just give me what you’ve got, okay? What does it mean to be brave? Now think about this next question: who… Continue reading Kermit Says: Be Bold