If you aren't familiar with the cartoon Yogi Bear, the show centered around a single-minded bear who constantly hunted picnic baskets from unsuspecting campers. His sidekick and the voice of reason was Boo Boo. Yogi often had an overly inflated opinion of himself. His motto? That he was
smarter than the average bear. Boo Boo tried to inject common sense into Yogi, but usually failed.
As a writer, I'm often like Yogi, constantly hunting for a publishing contract instead of a picnic basket. Sometimes I have an overly inflated opinion of myself, too. To hurdle the slow times and the doubting times, sometimes you need to think you're smarter than the average bear.
Most of the time I'm like Boo Boo, though. Plugging away, trying to be better, working hard to make my dream come true. Boo Boo would never steal someone's picnic--he'd make his own sandwich and an extra one to share.
It's good to be a combination of both bears. To continue to push toward our goals, we have to have the tenacity of Yogi with the common sense and integrity of Boo Boo.
What do you think? Yogi? Boo Boo? Or both?
Have a wonderful Monday!
Love this analogy, Jill!! And I think you're right. We need to stay positive about our writing and sometimes that means we don't see it realistically! But we also need to remain level-headed.
ReplyDeleteHave a great week!
My kids still watch this show. I guess generally in life I am a Boo boo type. :O)
ReplyDeleteYogi's a dreamer. And you need to dream big tempered with a good dose of Boo-Boo reality.
ReplyDeleteGood morning!
ReplyDeleteJody: Well said. That's how I feel too!
Diane: I'm Boo Boo about many things, but I'm Yogi when it comes to my career. I think I would have quit a long time ago if not!
CJ: Perfect! You read my mind!
Thanks so much for stopping by!
It takes balance doesn't it? I think that's what leads to success, be it with publishers or picnic baskets.
ReplyDeleteSide note: They've made a Yogi Bear movie, due out sometime in the near future. I'm not sure what to think about that.
The balance between staying positive and staying realistic can be tricky. I'm more a Boo Boo but am thankful for Yogi's!
ReplyDeleteI saw the picture of Yogi bear and HAD to stop by. I'm glad I did. That analogy is great!
ReplyDeleteI'm more of a BooBoo type...but I love it when people around me are Yogi's for me. They lift me up, encourage me, and keep me pressing on.
ReplyDeleteI feel like I tend to be quite impulsive sometimes, with the inflated opinion of myself. You're right, I need both.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness did you make me feel old remembering that cartoon!! LOL And you are young.
ReplyDeleteNot sure what I am --I flxuate alot!
I think this is a really cute analogy and I feel like watching cartoons now. :)
ReplyDeleteI also think having that sort of combination is a great one to have!
This made me want to say, "Heyyyy BOO BOO!" :)
ReplyDeleteI think it's good to be a balance of both bears. So cute!
Jill:
ReplyDeleteI am a practical person, I believe that would make me a Boo-Boo. But in my thought processes, I could be a Yogi.
I may crown you the new analogy queen over the Canadian Patti.
ReplyDeleteYou made me chuckle.
THANKS!!
Patti
Janna: I saw that! Wonder how the movie will turn out? I'll wait and see the trailers. ;)
ReplyDeleteLynn: It is tricky. It really depends on the day!
Jennifer: Thanks!
Erica: Oh, yes! I agree. I love having Yogi's around--makes life more fun!
Abby: There's nothing wrong with accepting your good qualities!
Terri: I fluxuate a lot too!
Katie: Have you ever watched Phineas and Ferb? I can't get enough. That's kind of sad. :)
Beth: Yeah, Boo Boo, my boy! :)
Quiet Spirit: It's nice to be both!
Patti: Ha! Thanks!
Thanks so much for stopping by!
Hi Jill -
ReplyDeleteYogi and BooBoo were two of my favorite cartoon characters. I'd say I'm a combination. :)
Blessings,
Susan
Nice analogy, Jill. Often times, I'm the picnic blanket, just hoping someone will notice me sitting waiting patiently on the sidelines. :)
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful week!
Susan JR: I always loved one of the Christmas cartoons with Yogi and Boo Boo. Fun cartoon!
ReplyDeleteSharon: I almost just spit out my coffee! That's hilarious! The picnic blanket...shaking my head. Ha!
Thanks so much for stopping by!
Ha! I loved Yogi Bear!
ReplyDeleteGreat how you can make such a profound application from a cartoon, Jill!! Me? Probably a little of both bears...Have a truly inspired, productive week! Blessings!
ReplyDeleteI'm thinking a little bit of both for a good balance.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Karen :)
I think I'm more Boo Boo. I love the descriptions you gave!
ReplyDeleteBoth, for sure. Very clever post.
ReplyDeleteI am doing research for my college paper, thanks for your excellent points, now I am acting on a sudden impulse.
ReplyDelete- Laura