d1nonlydivya
Oct 16, 2010
Undergraduate / childhood hero- decribe an influential fictional character and said influence [3]
Throughout my childhood and going into my adulthood, one character has stayed with me and helped me overcome many obstacles. Tommy Pickles, the protagonist of the cartoon series "Rugrats," is that influential figure in my life. Why? Tommy is the true definition of a hero. He exemplifies all of the aspects in a hero and a leader; he is brave, intelligent, genial, and compassionate. Since childhood, Tommy has fulfilled his role as the leader among his circle of friends; he decides what adventures to take on and what places to go at times of boredom. For Tommy and his friends, the backyard was their heaven, their football field, their church, and imminently, their place of leisure. Whenever Tommy and his friends are stuck in their playpen, Tommy has the key to unlock it and dive into the magical haven. However, although Tommy is adventurous, he also has limitations.
Having limits is a significant trait that allows an individual to refrain from both physical and mental damage. As Tommy traipses through his days, he takes on several adventures for him and his friends, though he thoroughly knows his limits. He understands when a situation strays from its original path. Although he may step over the line occassionally, Tommy always takes a step back to observe the situation from an objective point of view. While I, amongst my peers, am surrounded by a high school environment filled with sophmoric individuals, I consider what Tommy would do in a similar situation. However, without the immature people, I would not be able to set myself apart from the group and consider myself mature.
All through my freshman year of high school, I was a number, rather than an individual known for my qualities. But, as I adapted to high school, I became more aware of conformity and its will power. Rather than taking high school as a time in which we can individualize ourselves, we are overcome with the desire to be like each other: to conform. In Rugrats, Tommy Pickles wears clothes which set him apart from his friends at all time; more than parental choice, this is Tommy's individual sense, while he is also shown bald all through the series. While the others have unique hair styles and identifying traits, Tommy is left out with a simplistic view of a unique personality. In high school, cliques are formed based on similar clothing senses and superficial appearances, which is the case neither for me, nor for Tommy. Tommy's best friend is, put simply, a wimp; it makes it hard to keep a friendship with someone who always puts you down. However, Tommy looks at Chuckie as someone who just needs a little bit of self-esteem and security, as do most high school students. Yes, as babies, Tommy's and Chuckie's problems seem minute to high school students, but objectively speaking, they are almost equivalent.
Also, this is not finished; I just want to make sure I'm on the right track.
All comments would be appreciated.
Thankyou.
Throughout my childhood and going into my adulthood, one character has stayed with me and helped me overcome many obstacles. Tommy Pickles, the protagonist of the cartoon series "Rugrats," is that influential figure in my life. Why? Tommy is the true definition of a hero. He exemplifies all of the aspects in a hero and a leader; he is brave, intelligent, genial, and compassionate. Since childhood, Tommy has fulfilled his role as the leader among his circle of friends; he decides what adventures to take on and what places to go at times of boredom. For Tommy and his friends, the backyard was their heaven, their football field, their church, and imminently, their place of leisure. Whenever Tommy and his friends are stuck in their playpen, Tommy has the key to unlock it and dive into the magical haven. However, although Tommy is adventurous, he also has limitations.
Having limits is a significant trait that allows an individual to refrain from both physical and mental damage. As Tommy traipses through his days, he takes on several adventures for him and his friends, though he thoroughly knows his limits. He understands when a situation strays from its original path. Although he may step over the line occassionally, Tommy always takes a step back to observe the situation from an objective point of view. While I, amongst my peers, am surrounded by a high school environment filled with sophmoric individuals, I consider what Tommy would do in a similar situation. However, without the immature people, I would not be able to set myself apart from the group and consider myself mature.
All through my freshman year of high school, I was a number, rather than an individual known for my qualities. But, as I adapted to high school, I became more aware of conformity and its will power. Rather than taking high school as a time in which we can individualize ourselves, we are overcome with the desire to be like each other: to conform. In Rugrats, Tommy Pickles wears clothes which set him apart from his friends at all time; more than parental choice, this is Tommy's individual sense, while he is also shown bald all through the series. While the others have unique hair styles and identifying traits, Tommy is left out with a simplistic view of a unique personality. In high school, cliques are formed based on similar clothing senses and superficial appearances, which is the case neither for me, nor for Tommy. Tommy's best friend is, put simply, a wimp; it makes it hard to keep a friendship with someone who always puts you down. However, Tommy looks at Chuckie as someone who just needs a little bit of self-esteem and security, as do most high school students. Yes, as babies, Tommy's and Chuckie's problems seem minute to high school students, but objectively speaking, they are almost equivalent.
Also, this is not finished; I just want to make sure I'm on the right track.
All comments would be appreciated.
Thankyou.
