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I think there are several signs pointing to the return. Check out this article from MSNBC. It points out things most of us have noticed, but it's nice to read them on a news site like that. http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/34729660/ns/entertainment-arts_books_more/

Well, I went ahead and converted my VHS copy of the 1987 special. It's on my computer and ready for a DVD. I've also got part of the 30th Anniversary Special, so I'm going to turn that around, too. The late eighties were a great time for Muppets.

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I've been a Muppets fan practically since birth. However, I only recently rediscovered my love for the art of Jim Henson. This is a great site. Between this and the Muppet Wikia, I've caught up on all things in the Muppet world. 2010 is going to be great!

I hadn't kept up too much with the Muppets until recently, so I was guilty of two things: 1. The Brian Henson as Kermit myth 2. The Veggie Monster myth Thanks for clearing these up for me! The Brian Henson one was big. I remember hearing that when The Muppets' Christmas Carol came out...

Although Mr. Hooper died before I watched Sesame Street, I remember hearing stories about that episode from my older sister. I think in some ways our culture is very materialistic and violent. However, death is glossed over. I think it is healthy for children to have a real understanding of...

I had a little fun right before Christmas and came up with this Muppet rendition of "Baby, It's Cold Outside." I'm not saying the impersonations are spot on by any means, but it was a lot of fun. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mvbwUeFY8m8

I figured it was there somewhere. Thanks for the link!

My family taped this special back in 1987. My sister owns the 2001 DVD. I watched both this Christmas and was surprised how much was cut. The song between Fozzie and the Snow Man was especially missed. The puppet Muppet babies sequence made a lot more sense seeing more of the footage. I'm...