Muppet College Dorms: The Next Semester

[Muppet Newsgirl]

(back in room several hours later; MN, Storyteller and Nora are lounging around in pajamas, eating garlic-peanut butter popcorn and drinking hot orange juice.)

Nora: So here's the rundown...
MN: Richard, who was bored to tears over being stuck in bed all day, goes outside to do a little midnight basketball practice and gets a terrible fever and dizzy spell...
Storyteller: And Jerry, who lives across the street, aggravates his sore throat by opening his window and barking at Richard to get his rear end back inside before he catches pneumonia...
Nora: And Dave, seeing as he has an audience of two, chooses that moment to demonstrate that practical joke he's going to pull on Don...and works up another coughing fit...
MN: And Kathy hears the commotion from her house, and she comes to investigate...and gets a nasty chill. That, my friends, is the domino effect.
Storyteller: Well I hope they get better soon. It won't do for Jim to have most of his firepower out of action.
Nora: Yeah...someone will have to confiscate Dave's joke kit and Richard's basketball.
MN: But that wouldn't be enough...pass the popcorn.
Nora: Oh...here ya go.
MN: On the way home from work I bought some chocolate donuts at the bakery. They're the really good kind. So that's dessert for tonight. (pause) Maybe we ought to send some to Richard tomorrow.

[BEAR]

Big Bird: Muppet Dorms were brought to you today by the letter G and by the number 15. Sweet dreams.

[The Count]

Sure feels good to be back home at the dorms for the weekend. Had dinner with my mom, churrasco steak cut into pieces, stir-fried veggies, avocado pieces, and these little corn-mozzarella fritters. Even got some cookies, love the oatmeal raisin ones.
Well... Only thing that could make it even better is if there were some updates to all the fanfiction stories I enjoy so much. Sara's done her part, I'm waiting to see if Gobo can get that nightlily for Red, and whether she'll survive to see him return to her at the Healer's cave.

Hmmm, think I'll send out a couple of flyers, maybe my forum friends can help unclog this bit of creative uncertainty.

*Count, not really paying attention, as he's playing some mood music on the bat-organ.

[theprawncracker]

Me: *sitting at desk fluttering through votes* The votes are flying in like flies!!
Gonzo: I thought I flew in like flies!
Me: But the votes fly in as fast!
Gonzo: Ahh! Competition! *runs off*
Me: *shakes head* Okay, so there's a vote for Lisa, one for Ed-
Uncle Deadly: Who's dead?
Me: Ed Uncle D.! Ed!
UD: Ed is dead?! What happened!?! Oh the poor poor fellow.
Me: No Uncle D. I said Ed, not dead.
UD: Ed's not dead then?
Me: No.
UD: Ah, good. So how are things going there Ryan?
Me: Good Uncle D., this is gonna be the best award show yet I think.
Clifford: Well you ARE behind it Ryguy, of course it'll be good.
Me: Thanks Cliff, you're a pal.
Clifford: Heh heh heh, I know, I know. Oh and by the way Ry, could you tell Gonzo we got practice tomorrow? I've already told the other players.
Me: Alright Cliff, but, uh, I don't know where Gonzo w-
Gonzo: *blasts through the dorm wall and lands on top of Clifford* HAHA! I TOLD you I was faster than the votes!
Me: Good grief...

[Erine81981]

Guys I'm Back!

Grover: I guess Bryan did not get a note or you forgot to call him.

Rats! He would love ya'll to come and stay. I forgot. Sorry guys. Did ya'll do alright?

Cookie M: Yea. Me and Maurice went to the store for some groceries.

Thats good.

Herry: But someone did cheak in on us.

Who?

Maurice: Everyone. They didn't know we were alone until we told them.

I hope they don't think I'm a bad dormie.

Grover: You are not. *hugs me*

Thanks Grover.

Herry: Wait for me. *hugs me and Grover*

Cookie M: Me too. *hugs*

Maurice: Me as well. *hugs*

Thanks guys. You made me feel a lot better.

Grover: By the way. You got something in the mail.

Herry and Cookie push in two medium boxes (pretty long too)

Cool! One is for me and the other one is for a guy I meet online.

Herry: What are they?

There the Photo Kermit Puppet.

Maurice: What's that?

It's a puppet built to have pictures took of it.

Monsters: Oooooh...*still scraching their heads*

I'll show it to ya'll tomorrow. I'm going to take a bath. Be back in a few minutes.

[BEAR]

Bry: Boy, do my feet hurt!
Big Bird: Mine too.
Bry: I guess that's what we get for walking around a theme park all day.
Big Bird: Yeah.
Bry: Anything in the mail, Telly?
Telly: We have a letter.
Bry: From who?
Telly: I dunno, it's the Letter of the Day.
Bry: (opens envelop and pulls out the letter Y) There it is. The letter Y! (opens up another envelop) Oh dear...that can't be the Number of the Day.
Telly: No, that's a bill.
Bry: Wha! I think maybe I'd rather it be the Number of the Day then. (wiggling foot) My feet ache so bad. Is there something in my shoe? (takes off shoe and pulls out the number 0.)
Big Bird: Hey, you had a zero in your shoe!
Bry: What a pain! Well, we all better get in bed. It's so late and I have a lot to do tomorrow.

[redBoobergurl]

Beth: Hey girls, sorry I haven't been around much!
Red: Yeah, what's up with that? And then you're leaving us tonight!
Beth: Well, I hope to be around a little tonight to catch part of the MC awards. But I'm leaving really early tomorrow morning.
Abby: We'll miss you! I don't want you to go
Beth: Don't worry, it's just for the weekend. Ed said you guys are more than welcome there.
Wanda: Oh good, I like Ed. Not to be a nag, but what ever happened to that story you were writing about me?
Beth: Sorry. But never fear, I might have some time today if I'm lucky
Red: That doesn't sound too promising
Beth: Have a little faith in me! Today might not be that busy. Anyway, let's get breakfast
Red: Yes, I'm starved!
Abby: Me too!
Wanda: Yeah, I could eat!

[The Count]

Hmmm... *Musing to self...
Sure been a lack of fanfic updates. And they're all stories I love. Course, the easy solution to that would be to post another story of my own...
Count: Then vhy don't you?
Well... That's sort of the $64 million question. Just don't know what direction I want to go in, not sure about the character creation processes I love to make up in my mind. I'm sure the friends I contacted will PM or E-mail me back, hopefully soon. If not, then maybe someone will pipe up with an idea for a collection of snipet one-shot stories I could run with.

Heh... Come on, let's go get some breakfast, maybe we'll hear from someone in a little while.

[christyb]

*inside our room I'm lying down with the lights off*

Skeeter:*walks in* Uh oh..what's up?
Christyb: Bad day.
Skeeter: You're letting things really get to you huh?
Christyb: More than I should.
Skeeter: Mopin' time is over. *drags Christyb up and out the door*
Christyb: Where are you taking me? Heeelllpppp! I'm being abducted by my own roomie! If that's possible.
Skeeter: Oh calm down ice cream should do the trick.

[The Count]

Ice cream huh? There's the Deep Freeze parlor, just across the street from the boarding house, think it's probably on Whitmire Wharf. You can look it up in one of the maps available on the shelves next to the vending machines on any floor.

[Muppet Newsgirl]

Nora: (reading comics in the main room) Yeah, there's Deep Freeze...and I hear they just opened up a new parlor on the other side of town. I think it's called Cold Comfort or something.
(MN appears from kitchen with a cup of tea and a bowl of ramen)
Storyteller: Deadline time again?
MN: Yeah, this time it's a concert review. And my ears are still ringing...I think after I'm done I could use a frozen treat from either Deep Freeze or Cold Comfort.
Nora: Well what about the ice cream maker?
MN: Sorry, Nor. I had to send it down to the Fix-It Shop for a new gasket, so we won't have it for a few days.
Nora: Nuts.
MN: Yeah, I'm crushed, too. A friend gave me a new gelato recipe: chocolate, raspberry and almond. Gotta run. (goes into room with lunch)
Nora: So how are Richard and the others doing?
Storyteller: Well, the doctor says they'll all be back at work tomorrow if all goes well.

[The Count]

Hmmm... Good, Deep Freeze could use a bit of competition. Guess Cold Comforts would be next to the deli on Chris Cerf Street. Well, at least that puts it within walking distance of the dorms, the bookstore, and the main theater on Central Hunt Street.

Wonder if Ru's around... Been meaning to talk to her, maybe she can lend some advice/inspiration.

[theprawncracker]

Me: *walks into dorm room* Hey guys I'm home!
Uncle Deadly: Ryan? What on earth are you doing home?
Me: Half day of school Uncle D., and it couldn't've happened on a better day, I've still got some finishing touches on the award show.
Uncle D.: Mmm, I see. So, no homework then?
Me: I never said that...Where are the others?
UD: Well, Clifford still has class, and Gonzo is off...Well I don't know where he and Camilla went off to.
*huge explosion is heard outside*
Me: *sigh* I'll go pick up the pieces...

[BEAR]

Ernie: Looks like some of the other kids are going out for ice cream.
Bry: Where?
Ernie: Deep Freeze or Cold Comforts.
Big Bird: They could always go to Mr. Looper's Store.
Bry: That's Hooper, Big Bird.
Telly: Yeah, Hooper's Store has everything!
Bry: That's pretty much true. Well, let's get some lunch and head down to the MC Awards. It's getting close to that time.
Bert: Oh yeah...I need to find my tux!

[Muppet Newsgirl]

MN: All right, the story's been safely dispatched. Now who's up for ice cream?
Nora: Me! Me!
Storyteller: (grabs purse)Oooh, there's one radish ripple cone with my name on it!
Nora: Yeah, and I want the strawberry with the chocolate-coated shortbread chunks in it! What are you going for?
MN: Oh, I don't know...oh, what the heck, I've been a good girl lately. They're offering double chocolate with hazelnuts in it.
(collective swoon)
Storyteller: Oh, stop it, you're making me gain ten pounds. (all head out)

[theprawncracker]

Me: *trying on tuxedo* Hey Uncle D., how do I look?
Uncle Deadly: Hmm, I do like your monkey suit.
Me: Ha ha, very funny Deadly.
Gonzo: Hey Ryan, there won't be any chicken served at the after party will there?
Me: No Gonzo, of course not.
Gonzo: Thank goodness...
Camilla: Baw, bagawk!
Me: Well guys, I'm gonna head on over to the banquet hall early. Just make sure you guys are ready when it's time for the show to start.
Gonzo: You bet!
UD: No problem my fiend, will let Clifford know when he returns from class.
Me: Thanks guys! See you soon!

[RedDragon]

Nyz: *humming* <twittling tumbs>

Jabber: What are you doing?

Nyz: Waiting....

Jabber: For what?

Nyz: For something to happen...

Jabber: I see...anything in particulr?

Nyz: Not really...

Jabber: ooooooooook

[tvlistingman]

PETER: Why don't we go to the MC Awards right now

BABY BEAR: Okay!

ZOE: How do I look

LITTLE BIRD: Whoa Zoe!, you look mighty spiffy

PETER: You look very nice, Zoe as do Baby Bear

ZOE: Thank you Peter!

LITTLE BIRD: To The MC Awards!!!!

[Leyla]

Leyla: Okay, gang, move it move it move it! There's lots to do and we have to be at our absolute spiffiest for the awards ceremony!

Hilda: Spiffiest?

Leyla: Wanda, why don't you wear that deep green evening gown that brings out your eyes? Hilda, you should dress to kill because it's a safe bet your admirer will be at the ceremony checking you out!

Hilda: <blushing> Oh! Oh.. well, I've gotta get ready! C'mon Wanda! I need your help!

Leyla: Jimmy dear, your wearing a tux, so snap to... and comb your hair!

Jimmy: Why can't I just wear my overalls?

Leyla: Because I locked them in a closet. The Tux is on your bed, now move move move!

Jimmy: Pushy. <mutters>

Leyla: Okay, Robot Kermit can go naked... cause... he's a frog... and a robot... and still turned off. <to herself> Now, Leyla, move move move move! Your long hair will not curl itself and I promised Prawnie I'd check in on his roomies!

[BEAR]

Bry: (dressed in tuxedo; knocks on Bert & Ernie's door) You guys ready? (opens the door)
Ernie: (in tuxedo) Tada! How do I look?
Bry: Lookin' good, my man! (high fives)
Bert: (also in tuxedo) What about me? Huh?
Bry: Very...spiffy, Bert.
Bert: Thank you.
Ernie: (laughing) Khekhekhe!
Bry: Okay, everyone come out to the livingroom and let me take a look at you!
Big Bird: (holding out his tie) Bryan, would you please help me. I can't get this thing on.
Bry: Sure. (ties Bird's bowtie around his feathery neck) There!
Big Bird: Thanks.
Bry: Okay, let's line up now!
(the roomies line up with Bert, Ernie and Telly all in their full tuxes and Big Bird in just a black bowtie.)
What a fine lookin' bunch!
Telly: (waves hand) Nah!
Bry: Yeah!
Telly: Well...if you say so. Haha!
Big Bird: You look nice too.
Bry: Thanks, Big Bird! Okay, let's go!
Ernie: Wait! Forgot someone. (runs into his room and brings out Rubber Duckie who is wearing a little black bowtie and a top hat)
Bert: Ernie, you have a tuxedo for Rubber Duckie?
Ernie: Of course, Bert. He's going to be the hit of the Red Carpet! Isn't that right, Rubber Duckie?
Rubber Duckie: *Squeak Squeak*
Ernie: Khekhekhe!
Bry: Is Radar coming too?
Big Bird: No, he's going to watch at home. (points to Radar the teddy bear, who is sitting in a chair in front of the television)
Bry: Okay, are we ready now? Then let's get to the MC Awards!

[theprawncracker]

Me: *running through the common room area* Hey everybody!!! I need your dormies for a super tippy-top secret part of the awards!! So, if you don't mind. *runs off with all the Muppet dormies back to the awards*

[redBoobergurl]

Beth: My roomies are gone! Oh well, they all looked pretty nice for the awards. Guess I'll head over to the theatre myself, maybe their will be someone who will sit with me!

[Skeeter Muppet]

Kim: I'll sit with you, Beth. Ryan snagged my roommates, too.

-Kim

[redBoobergurl]

Hey Kim! That sounds great! We'd better hurry, I think they've started the opening number!

[Beauregard]

Bo's Room: *is empty*
Bobo's fridge: *is empty*
Bean's bed: *is empty*
Beau's mop bucket: *is leaking on the carpet*

[The Count]

Ugh... Was trapped at the library with my assistant. Had to go today, needed to catch up on my class reading.
Hmmm, looks like I got the room to myself. Well, a quick shower and change of clothes...

*After shower and getting one of the bats to help tie the bowtie and cumberbund... OK, dark glasses, check. Magical top hat, check, Bat-topped walking cane, check.
Know I'm running alte, but here I come!

[RedDragon]

Nyz: <Looks around> Well...that's something...

[Java]

I think I'll just sit here and watch the awards while I soak my blistered feet. I don't want to disrupt everyone by getting there late and then falling asleep. <lets out big yawn> I'm drifting off already. Hope the boys are enjoying themselves...

[ReneeLouvier]

Sara: Where did everybody go? *limping into the dorms, using her cane. She makes her way to her room, and reads the note on her door.*

"Dear Sara,

Ryan snagged most of us for the Awards Ceremony! Tried to contact you, but you had your phone off at work. Come as soon as possible! Can't wait to see you there!

Love, Scooter"

Sara: That little gofer! *tramps into her room, dressing in her kermit green ballgown, and grabs her special silver cane; heading out the door, and onto the Awards Ceremony.*

[Muppet Newsgirl]

(several hours earlier, around 5 PM)

Nora: (struggling with a silvery-black number) Hey, would somebody help me zip my dress up?
Storyteller: (peach and bronze) Dear, dear, somebody's eaten too much ice cream...uh, do I still have curlers in my hair?
Nora: It's not the ice cream, Storyteller...I just can't reach the darn zipper!
(MN emerges from room in dark blue silk number)
MN: Excuse, excuse. (zips Nora's dress up with one hand, tweaks the curler out of the Storyteller's hair with the other) We've got a table with the rest of the RHLC tonight.
Nora: Oh, no...I'm hardly ready...where are my shoes! (runs into room)
Storyteller: I need to touch up my makeup!
MN: And my hair's a wreck as usual, so what else is new? (does damage control with a hairbrush and clips hair back with barrettes) Let's move it!

(eventually, relatively presentable crowd departs for ceremony)

[The Count]

*Watching from table at the theater... Oooh, and now they're up to the fanfic awards!

[theprawncracker]

Me: *drags self into bed* Nine...And a half...Hours of awards...I'm pooped...
Clifford: Heh, just as you should be dude! You worked hard tonight! Had lotsa fun.
Me: Thanks Cliff. Glad you had fun, I think everyone did.
Clifford: Yup! Now you get some sleep dude. Tomorrow's another day!
Me: Cliff...It IS tomorrow!

[Leyla]

<A very weary and discombobulated group return to room 18. Leyla is carrying the somewhat mangled Robot Kermit. She sets him down carefully as the ushy gushy girl curls up in her cage.>

Leyla: Wow... well that was really amazing, wasn't it everyone?

<general nods of agreement>

Leyla: Ryan was a great host!

Hilda: Was he ever!

Leyla: <giggles> I'm sorry, I shouldn't laugh but I'm very tired... and we're gonna have to have a little girltalk about this, Hilda.

Wanda: I'm sick of girltalk. Goodnight! <the door to her bedroom closes a little too firmly.>

Jimmy: I hope she cheers up soon.

Leyla: Yeah... me too. Alright, well, my hammock is calling me softly and sweetly, so I'll be happy to bid you adieu!

Jimmy: You're poetic when you're sleepy.

Leyla: Insomnia is good for writing... but bad for brains.

Jimmy: I'm tuckered. Congrats on them awards you won. Goodnight!

<Leyla runs her fingers along the unexpected gifts. She smiles.>

Hilda: It was a lovely evening.

Leyla: It was. Goodnight Hilda, goodnight all.

[The Count]

*Returning to Room #1... That was a great award show...
Count: So many avards!
Yeah... And it was surprisingly well-run... A bit of nonsense when Snowthy got punch-drunk, literally... But not as bad as those threads/posts lately.
Count: And ve got 4, 4 far out avards!
Heh... We'll put those up in the trophy case... Though I'll have to ask Ryan what the awards are like. Eh, tomorrow.
Gotta get up early, the girls are headed over.
Count: Girls? Vhat girls?
Oh come on... You know... Beth's roomies will be staying with us this weekend.
Count: Ah yes, I remember that vell now.
Yeah... Anyway, let's get some sleep, gotta get up early to welcome them and to watch all of our Saturday shows.

*Both wash up and get dressed in night clothes for bed.

BTW: The dorms were brought to you tonight by the letter W for winners.
Count: And by the number 4!

[Beauregard]

Bo: *arrives home* Ahh...here we are...
Beau: *arrives home* Ahh...oh...water everyplace.
Bobo: *arrives home* Aaaaah! A spider! A spider!
Bean: *with puppet spider* Isn't it cute?

[BEAR]

Hoots: (observing from outside Ed's window) Don't forget about the letter B from Oscar's B sandwich! Great awards. I miss those guys. (starts playing sleepy Sesame theme)

[Beauregard]

(OOC: Does anyone play Bear at the dorms currently?)

[BEAR]

(OOC: Does anyone play Bear at the dorms currently?)
no.

[Beauregard]

Interesting...for some reason I get the feeling that B-e-a-r may fit in just fine with B-e-a-u, B-e-a-n, and Bobo the Bear...I may just have him for a small period of time though...that is, assumeing it's ok to have him.

*at reception desk*

Bo: Hi, Ed? Can I talk to you for a moment?
Beau: *looks at watch*
Bo: Yeah, I have a friend who i met last night at the awards who wants to come and stay and...
Beau: Time's up.
Bobo: His name is Bear.
Bean: Ooh! Can we keep him? Can we? Can we?

[The Count]

No... Noone plays Bear... Wasn't aware "Bear" was a game to be played.
As for rooming with someone, he used to be with tutter_fan but moved out a long time ago. Available for roommate status he is now, if that's what you're asking Bo.

And thanks for reminding me about that Hoots... Let's just say it was a letter-based song inserted into the day's events, though the Letter of the Day was some other letter entirely.
*Fixes bowls of Corn Pops cereal with little raisin granola clusters.
OK, let's see... One bowl for the Count, one for Abby, one for Red, one for Wanda, and one for me.
Along with a gallon pitcher of juice and some fresh canned mixed fruit cups... Hey guys...
Get ready for breakfast! *Gets back to Room #1 to watch Saturday shows with roommate and guests.

[Beauregard]

Yes, I'd love to add him a roomie! At least for a short while, if not forever!

I'll post his entrance at some point in the near future!

[The Count]

Well, let's just agree that you can have Bear visit as a part-time guest... Sort of a cameo presence, like how Bryan sometimes has Hoots fly in from time to time.

*To girls: OK, lunch was taken care of... Did you like your day so far?
Red: Yeah, those burrito thingys were good, especially with the Doozerdust dough.
Abby: I loved my fruit cup... It even had little pieces of pumpkin in it!
Count: Mmm, just vait... Ve'll definitely need your serwices next month vhen October rolls around, what with all the pumpkins and other lovely spooky stuff.
Wanda, playing with Fatatatita: Liked how that nice girl won another coordinator ribbon in that show about the little monsterlike animals. There was even a lovely yet touching family drama and memories in that episode.
Me: Yep... Though they pretty much ruined the long-standing voice talent pool...
Red: That reminds me, I have to go clean out the pools!
Me: Red, the pools were cleaned late Thursday night before the award banquet ceremony. Besides, you girls oughta get to the stadium, we have a game later tonight and you should be holding your practices.
Abby: Really?
Yep.
Red: Come on, let's go! Last one at the stadium's a rotten Gorg!
*Red zips out of the room, knocking on the doors of the other cheerleaders, racing off to the stadium.

Me: Hmmm, looks like Abby left too. Hey Wanda, you're in charge till we get back.
Wanda: Where are you going?
Count: Yes, where indeed?
Me: Have to see a Swedish Chef about a car, or some other chefs who make actual edible food.
*Wanda, remembering the walking eggs eating the plate from that one breakfast, laughs audibly.
And maybe I can start up a little something else... Now I have a bit of extra inspiration from greenstuff, not sure if it'll carry through, but let's see...
*Leaves dorms, Count and Wanda practice some songs, him at the bat-organ, and both blending their voices though Wanda's beautiful vocals are mostly heard.

[theprawncracker]

Me: *just getting out of bed after late-night award show* Hey guys, what's for breakfast?
Gonzo: It's 2:30.
Me: In the morning?!
Gonzo: No, in the afternoon!
Me: Oh, that's a relief! I thought I'd woken up early!
Gonzo: Oh no, you just woke up in the middle of the day. No worries.
Me: Yup. Okay, I'm off to tell Ed about the awards. Then I guess I'll go check on Cliff and the football team.
Gonzo: Okay. They're out in the field trying to get in some extra practice before tonight's game against The Acme Loons.
Me: Alright, see ya later Gonz!

[tvlistingman]

PETER: Are we going to the Football Game

BABY BEAR: Yes!!!

LITTLE BIRD: Zoe's at the stadium with the Cheerleaders

PETER: Why don't we stop at Everybod Eats before the game okay

BABY BEAR: Sound's good, Peter!

[theprawncracker]

Clifford: *in the locker room, prepping the team* A'ight ya'll. Remember get open so I can pass it to ya!
Gonzo: But you told me to distract the other team so they tackle me and leave the others open.
Clifford: Yeah, that's what you do Gonz. Everybody else, get open. Now let's go kick some Acme Loon behind!

*The team runs out of the locker room*

Me: *in the stadium waiting for the game to start* Brr, man, I'm glad the rain stopped, but now it's freezing!
Robin: Yeah, I'm glad we brought sweatshirts!
Me: Mm-hm. And I'm glad that Lisa let me take you guys to the game while she goes out to pray for Rosh Hashanah.
Robin: Yup! We're so happy you brought us Ryan! I really wanted to come!
Swedish Chef: Mmm ya ya ya! Goobler gobbla foootybool!
Rowlf: What he said.
Me: Well, we're always happy to have you guys with us. Oh! Hey look, there's the team! *starts cheering*
Camilla: Bagawk!! Byuck buck Gonzo!
Uncle Deadly: Let us kill them! Bwa ha ha ha!

[The Count]

*Arriving at the stadium with the Count and Wanda... Hey Prawny! Doing some tailgatin'? Man, we got the food covered for us watching the game tonight... Check out the wheels my guys down at the Kitchen Stadium finished prepping.
*Unveils super sweet ride... The car you can eat!
Yeah... Fine tortilla chip shell exterior, pepperoni sausage antenna, salted pretzel steering wheel, bubbling nacho cheese instead of icky transmission fluid if you want nachos, super-combo pizza wheels, chocolate crusted hubcaps, and I got some jars of Mexican salsa or refried bean dip or guacamole in the trunk... Not to mention the tumbler barrel keg of lemon-lime clear soda we added replacing and greatly improving on the original fuel tank, along with a habachi grilltop rooftop that's cooking the flanks of BBQ-quality rib steak. So come on, let's chow down and cheer our team to victory!

[Katzi428]

Whew! Boy...am I tired!
Prairie: Gee....I wonder why?:rolleyes:
Well...with the excitement of the awards ceremony last night,I could hardly sleep.
Rosita:You sure that's all?
Yep. but thinking to myself"These two know something."
Prairie:You positive?We don't need to give you the tickle torture to make you talk,do we?;)
Prairie grabs one of my feet and instructs Rosita to take the other one.
ACK! OK...I give...I give!!! DON'T tickle me...I'll tell you the truth.I was up watching a mini-marathon of "Benson" from 12 AM- 4AM. But I did fall asleep between one or two episodes,and napped a lot today.
Rositashaking her head:Kathy... Kathy....Kathy.Tu estas loca en la cabezayou know that?
Yeah...I know I'm crazy. I'll skip the Benson marathon on TVLand next Friday night.
Prairie: Promise?
raising my right hand a bit Right hand up to my dad.He'd have thought I was nuts for staying up. Then again,when I first got my YCR a few years ago I should have asked him how to set the timer to tape some programs.
Prairie:Hey....we didn't mean to upset you Kath..

You didn't...it's OK. Let's all get to bed.

[The Count]

Hi guys... Here's the first of today's announcements... An updated version of the dorms' current register, who's living with whom.

Room #1: Eduardo (MC, The Count) and The Count von Count: Senior Members.
Batty Bat and Necra Bat, along with Fatatatita, The Count von Count's cat, also live with them in their room.

Room #2: Christy (Christyb) and Skeeter: Senior Members.

Room #3: Beth (redBoobergurl) and Abby Cadaby, Red Fraggle, and Wanda the Cat: Senior Members.
Wanda the Cat: Rowlf's Stories.
Book 1: Where Your Heart May Lead.
Book 2: The Tie That Binds.
Book 3: An Unbreakable Bond.

Room #4: "Bo" (MC, Beauregard) and Beauregard, Bobo the Bear Guard, and Bean Bunny: Senior Members.

Room #5: Sara (ReneeLouvier) and Scooter and Sadie Grosse: Senior Members.
Sadie Grosse: Sadie's Stories.
Book 1: The Bonds Of Family.
Book 2: Forgotten Wishes.
Book 3: Remembering The Good Times We've Had.
Book 4: The Search For Sadie.
Book 5: Demon's Delight.
Book 6: Is That A Song There?
Book 7: A Grand Adventure In Life.

Room #6: Kathy (Katzi428) and Prairie Dawn, Rosita, and Gaffer: Senior Members.

Room #7: Erin (Muppet Newsgirl) and The Storyteller Fraggle and Nora.
Nora: A Little Knight Music.

Room #8: Allyssa (daughterdeadly) and Emmett Otter.

Room #18: Layla (Leyla) and Hilda, Robot Kermit, Wanda, and The Jim Henson Farmer.

Room #19: Kim (Skeeter Muppet) and Betty Lou, Boober, Gillis and Tosh Fraggles, and The Beast: Senior Members.

Room #20: Catherine (Ruahnna) and Kermit The Frog, Miss Piggy, and Fozzie Bear.

Room #22: Kendra (furryredmonster) and Elmo: Senior Members.
Dorothy, Elmo's goldfish also lives with them in their room.

Room #23: Nyssa (RedDragon) and Mokey Fraggle, Ludo, and The Jabberwock: Senior Members.

Room #24: Lisa (TogetherAgain) and Robin the Frog, Rowlf The Dog, and The Swedish Chef: Senior Members.

Room #25: Ryan (theprawncracker) and Gonzo the Great, Camilla the Chicken, Clifford, and Uncle Deadly: Senior Members.

Room #26: Kyle (Erine81981) and Cookie, Grover, Herry and Maurice Monsters, and Oscar The Grouch.

Room #27: Peter (tvlistingman) and Baby Bear, Little Bird, Zoe, and Ralph, Baby Bear's parrot.
Rocco, Zoe's rock also lives with them in their room.

Room #29: Bryan (Bear) and Big Bird, Bert, Ernie, and Telly Monster: Senior Members.
Radar the Teddy Bear, Bernice the Pigeon, Rubber Duckie, and Chucky Sue the Hamster also live with them in their room.

Room #33: Diana (JaniceFerSure) and Dr. Teeth, Floyd Pepper, Zoot, and Janice: Senior Members.

Room #38: Kate (Fragglemuppet) and Gobo, Wembley and Lou Fraggles: Senior Members.

Room #40: Melissa (Java) and Sprocket the Dog and The Storyteller's Dog.


Attention: Lisa (TogetherAgain) and Peter (tvlistingman), I need your E-mail addresses to complete your resident profiles, had to redo the entire register after the file got corrupted by the messenger program I attempted installing. Please contact me with the pertinent information ASAP.

Thank you.

[The Count]

Oh... And a bit of explanation, since it seems it's needed regarding the location of the rooms.

Floor 1: Downstairs, in the basement floor's West Wing.
(If you're looking at the internal layout from a direct head-on view, the West Wing would be on the righthand side of the screen).
The row of rooms behind you would be Christy's first, then Bo's next to that, then Kathy's next to that, and the Laundry Room tucked into the corner of the hall.
The row of rooms in front of that would be Erin's in front of the Laundry Room, then Sara's next to that, then Beth's next to that, and finally mine next to that on one side directly next to the common room.
Allyssa's room would be on the other side directly next to the common room, in Floor 1's East Wing (the hall on the lefthand side of the floor plan).

Floor 2: This is the main ground-level floor. When you come in through the dorms outer steps and doors, all you have to do is go past the lobby and through the swinging doors to enter the hallway and head off to your rooms.
In Floor 2's West Wing... Layla's room is directly above Bo's. Catherine's room is next to that and above Kathy's. Kendra's room is next to that, tucked into the corner and directly above the Laundry Room. Kim's room is directly across in front of Catherine's room, and directly above Sara's.
In Floor 2's East Wing... The row of rooms behind you are Lisa's as the first one going down to the end of the hall, Kyle's room next to that, a vacant Room #28 next to that, and the floor's bathrooms tucked into the far corner.
The row of rooms in front of you are Bryan's room directly across in front of the bathrooms, Peter's room next to that, Ryan's room next to that and directly across in front of Kyle's, and Nyssa's room as the one directly across in front of Lisa's and on that side right next to the common room.

Floor 3... In the West Wing, only Room #33 is taken at the moment. Diana's room, Room #33, is directly above Layla's, which are both stacked on top of Bo's room.
In the East Wing, only Rooms #38 and 40 are taken at the moment. Kate's room, #38, is the room immediately next to that side of the common room. Melissa's room is next to that. Additionally, Melissa's room is directly above Ryan's. Kate's room lies atop Nyssa's room, which are both directly above Allyssa's room as well.

Hope this helps you guys visualize things a bit better.

[The Count]

Hey guys, here's the second of today's news items... Seems we have a birthday or two. Yep, time to celebrate the festive once-a-year day for Dr. Teeth and Rowlf The Dog, seems they share today's date with another very important personage.

Also, LMK if the dorms calendar should be posted here... Or if I should send it directly.
Hope this helps, see you guys at the party later this evening.

[Java]

<Sprocket is standing on top of The Storyteller's Dog with a long stick to poke Melissa>

The Storyteller's Dog: Well, is she alive.
Sprocket: Ruff arrgh ruff ruff.
Melissa: *mumbling* Leave me along I want to sleep. Work was hard this week.
The Storyteller's Dog: But we want to see what is going on in the dorms. Besides, you signed yourself up to work that much.
Melissa: Then go and see what is going on. I'll join you in a little bit.
Sprocket: Arrgh ruff ruff.
Melissa: Yes, I'll be fine.
Sprocket: Arrooo.
Melissa: We'll talk about that later! <peers over the edge of the bed to look at The Storyteller's Dog> Have you decided on a name yet?
The Storyteller's Dog: No, but why should I?
Melissa: Don't pick now to be difficult. I'm going to call you Brian.
Brian(TSD): Why?
Melissa: Why not?
Brian(TSD): Umm
Melissa: I'll see you two later.

<Sprocket and Brian(TSD) leave to explore the afternoon activities of the dorm.>

[Erine81981]

Just hanging out in our rooms. Nothing much here. Watching Tv and reading books.

[The Count]

Hmmm... That's funny, woulda thought you guys had your own little ways to celebrate or tribute today as it's September 24th... Birthday of that most famous personage to whom we owe a great deal here at MC.
Anyway... We'll be having the party in a little while.
Wanda: Will he be there?
Of course, it's Rowlf's birthday too.
Wanda: Oh good... *Thinking of playing a little loving trick on Rowlf later.
Count: Vill there be good music?
Course, it's Dr. Teeth's birthday too, and the rest of the band's probably been practicing.
Abby: Can I help?
Yes, go get the paper plates and float them down gently onto the table.
Red: And me?
Just make sure we have plenty of chips... Sprocket and Brian "TSD" will probably get Rowlf into a game of dogs playing poker at the party in a corner of the common room.
*Busily baking biscuits, making gravy, chopping veggies, and calling Diana to see if she can help by finishing the cakes.

[theprawncracker]

Me: Ooh, Rowlf and Dr. Teeth, having the big b-day to-day!
UD: Ah, how exciting. I cannot wait to attend.
Me: Me either, let's go down and see if we can help Ed get set up.
UD: Sounds good to me.

[The Count]

*Downstairs... Oh hi Prawny... No everything's OK... Just setting the table with the entrees. Yeah, you can put that there...

*Sigh... Huh? No, just a bit down because it's getting to the end of September and I'm still in a bind with the reading load for my classes and the shortage of finding people to fit into my schedule as assistants.
*OOC: Real life foibles.

Yeah, the party will be a little later, if you can get that half of yours to show up with the birthday dog.
Wanda: Don't let him get close to the presents... Still wrapping mine.

[Muppet Newsgirl]

(in room 7, Chez News, the occupants are working on their contributions to the party buffet table)

Nora: How's the quiche coming?
MN: Should be done in a few minutes. What's the status report on the garlic bread?
Storyteller: Ready to go as soon as the quiche comes out. Give us a reading on the salad.
Nora: All set, but I can't find the soy vinegar or the sesame seeds.
MN: Third cabinet on your right. Did you guys wrap the presents for Dr. Teeth and Rowlf yet?
Storyteller: Yeah, I've got mine stowed in the hut.
Nora: I'm still working on Dr. Teeth's, and I need to take care of the ones for Rizzo and Wembley. Do we have any more tape?
MN: Try the junk drawer in my desk. (oven timer goes off) All right, quiche's done. (grabs oven mitts and removes quiche) Put the garlic bread in. We've got to have everything ready to go in time for the party.

[Ruahnna]

(The sitting room to room #20 is quiet. Catherine is buried at her computer and Fozzie has taken himself off to bed. Piggy is sitting in one of the two lime-green tweed upholstered recliners and marking passegers in her textbook alternately with a yellow highlighter and a pink one. Kermit is reading in the other. Actually, he is pretending to read in the other.)

Kermit: Um, Piggy--you did a nice job presenting at the awards ceremony Friday night.
PIggy: Ooh, mon chere--you are very sweet to say so! (She gives him a smile and a flutter of eyelashes, but returns to her book. After a moment, Kermit clears his throat noisily.)
Kermit: Um, did you think my part went okay? The, uh, singing and everything.
(Kermit can't see it but Piggy is hiding a smile.)
Piggy: Yes, Kermie--vous were splendid. You must be very proud.
Kermit: Um, thanks. (He sighs and opens his book again. Piggy continues to mark things in her book with a pink high-lighter, cross-referencing her notes in a notebook.) Big test tomorrow?
Piggy: Not really. Just trying to keep up.
Kermit: Oh. (He sighs again.)
Piggy: Kermie--are you bored?
Kermit: Who, me? No, no--I was just, um, reading. (Piggy looks up and fixes him with a penetrating look. Kermit begins to look sheepish.) Yes--yes I'm bored. Everything was so exciting this weekend but it's over now. I already wrote my term paper and Catherine's on the computer and Fozzie's asleep. (Piggy begins to smile.) And I already took a bath and straightened up my room and I've already seen the movie they're showing in the common room and-- (Piggy stops him with a hand in the air. She sighs, puts the highlighter caps back on, closes the book and the notebook and lays everything beside her on the end table. For a moment, she just looks at him with her devestating blue eyes, then she smiles and pats and seat beside her.)
Piggy: C'mon over and sit with me, mon chere. I'll bet we can find something worth watching on television.
Kermit: (hopefully) Mythbusters?
Piggy: Whatever.
(Kermit wedges himself into the recliner beside Piggy and puts his arm around her waist. Piggy drapes her arm around his shoulder and hits the button on the remote.)
Piggy: Better, now?
Kermit: (sighing with contentment) Much better.

[The Count]

Well... Looks like the Count has things in hand at the party. Good, will just tidy up a bit here in our room, make the beds that sort of thing.

Oh hi Erin. Um, Wembley's B-Day isn't until the 10th of January, we decided to use that date for the Fraggle Five.
But go on upstairs to the second floor's common room, they're swinging away with rauckus music provided by the Mayhem there.

Good thing I handed Dr. Teeth and Rowlf their gifts, music CD's. And I think Wanda's giving Rowlf his gift purrrsonally, she's got a bit of that Muppet mischief in her... Heh, another Muppet female in love with her man or dog as the case may be.
*Tidies room a little, then goes back upstairs to the party.

[theprawncracker]

Me: Well, guys, I'd love to stick around and party, but I've gotta get to bed. Dang educational system. Anyway, here's the gifts Rowlf, Dr. Teeth. A set of sheet music I've compiled from some of your best rifts. And Dr. Teeth, I went out and made you an honorary PHD in Ivory Ticklin'. Enjoy it guys! See you all tomorrow!

[Erine81981]

Grand party we're having. Don't you think so, Fredrick? *thumbs out when drinking tea*

Grover: Yes Arther. We sure are. *thumbs out too*

*laughs* And that is when me and Grover turned and looked at each other and said....

Grover and Me: "We are not gentlemen. We are fun and zany guys."

Grover: It was fun.

I enjoyed myself.

Herry: Ya'll two were funny when ya'll got home.

Grover: Oh do you remember Herry?

Herry: Oh yea. *starts laughing knocking over a lamp* Whoops! Sorry.

It's fine Herry. *picks up lamp*

Maurice and Cookie Monster come running through the corridor

[redBoobergurl]

Beth: I'm back guys! How was your weekend?
Abby: The football game was fun!
Wanda: Ed and the Count were very wonderful hosts, we had a nice time
Red: And the party for Rowlf and Dr. Teeth was pretty awesome too!
Beth: Well great! I'm sorry I missed it! Did Rowlf like his present Wanda?
Wanda *blushes*: Yeah, he did
Beth: I'm so glad.
Red: How was the wedding
Beth: It was nice, but it rained
Abby: Oh no! Did the dress get wet?
Beth: *laughs* No Abby, they made sure she stayed dry
Abby: That's good
Beth: Anyway, I'll just unpack my bags and we'll go to Everybody Eats for breakfast
Red: Yes!
Abby: Good, I'm hungry!
Wanda: Oh, Tuna Fish pancakes, here I come!

[ReneeLouvier]

Sara: *places a clean bandage on her hand, and sighs a bit.* Eh.

Sadie: You okay, Sara? Does your hand hurt? *looks over at Sara over her textbook, pushing her glasses back up farther on her face.*

Sara: Yeah, I'm okay Sadie. Thanks for asking. And it does hurt a little, but most burns do.

Sadie: You should have just let the necklace fall, and not have tried to catch it you know. *goes back to writing down some notes in her notebook*

Sara: And let my rainbow necklace get damaged? No thank you. *is wearing said rainbow necklace around her neck now, as she looks over the point of sales and some stuff Ed had sent for her to look over from work*

Sadie: You can get another one. Probably something better then that. That's a keychain, not a charm!

Sara: It serves its purpose, Sadie. And I like it a lot.

Scooter: *Comes inside, looking bedraggled as he and Skeeter did some karate sparring in the backyard.* What are you two fighting about now?

Sadie: Oh, we're not fighting sweetheart! It's perfectly alright in here. *smiles, and continues writing*

Scooter: *just shrugs and glances at the multitude of papers on Sara's desk* Schoolwork?

Sara: No, a bunch of stuff Michelle and Ed sent me home with on Saturday. Vegan and vegetarian recipes from Michelle; and pos papers to review and sign.

Scooter: Ed? As in our friend who boards with Count, Ed?

Sara: No, Ed as in Ed Elbrecht, owner of 14 Carrot Whole Foods....he updated the pos system and stuff, and I've gotta learn the new system before I go to work today!

Scooter: "pos"?

Sara: Point of Sale, like when you go and buy stuff, when you're at the register checking out that's called a "point of sale". Then because I've let slip that I took culinary arts classes in high school, Michelle has asked me too many questions to remember about how she's cooking and stuff. If Ed didn't need me on a register, or want to risk anything cause of my HCV, I swear I'd be back in the deli preparing food stuffs for people to get.

Scooter: Still got a problem with that?

Sara: With what?

Scooter: The HCV.

Sara: Huh? Oh no, not at all. Just a cautionary thing, which I completely understand. And frankly I don't wanna be back in the deli. It's even more boring then being the on-call cashier. But I'm more of a consultant for foodstuffs, so it's all cool.

Sadie: *looks up from her book, smiling.* You should bring home some organic fruit. We can have fruit salad tonight.

Sara: Sounds awesome, Sadie. I'll remember.

[christyb]

*Christyb and Skeeter enter the lobby after being pretty much MIA all weekend*

Christyb: Think anyone noticed?
Skeeter: Well they didn't send a search party. Although that was the longest amount of time I've ever spent getting ice cream.
Christyb: I enjoyed it all of it.
Skeeter: Feeling better? It was a trip spending the weekend with your family. Tornado and all. I'm glad it didn't do any damage!
Christyb: We're really lucky it lifted. Spending time arond my hometown gives me inspiration.
Skeeter: To finally finish that chapter?
Christyb: Precisely! And reveal my interpretation of what Piggy's life really is!
Skeeter: This I gotta see. Grab the Mac and I'll meet you in the common room.

[The Count]

Hey Sis... Good to see you back here.

Well, I'm off to the library... Gotta plug back into all the fanfiction stories, that and catch the afternoon shuttle to the campus for my class today.
Bye... *Walks out with the Count in toe.
Count: Oh, this'll be so vonderful!

[christyb]

Christyb: *calls out* See ya! Be sure to check out Destiny a little later. I'm almost finished here.
Skeeter: We've all heard that before.
Christyb: This time it's true!

[The Count]

*Calling back, Count: Don't vorry... He vill!

[Erine81981]

Hey Ed. Me and the monsters are heading out. I have some work from my father out on the ranch. I just thought I would let you know where we would be. We'll see you later.

Grover: Lets get going. *dressed in overalls and a strawhat*

Herry: I'm doing the sledgehammer job. *also wearing the same thing*

Maurice: I'm going to mow the law.

Cookie M: Me going to eat cookies.

Me and Monsters: Cookie?

Cookie M: What me say?

A running trashcan comes shooting by

[Muppet Newsgirl]

(Nora has done an impressive nosedive into one of her books at the kitchen table; MN has done the same thing at her desk in her room.)

Storyteller: (sorting postcards from Gobo) Goodness, it's like we've got some flowers from the Caves of Boredom in here.
Nora: I'm sorry, Storyteller, but I couldn't sleep last night.
MN: You might want to try moving that complete set of Shakespeare's works out from under your mattress.
Nora: I didn't have anywhere else to put it. So what's your excuse?
MN: It's Monday. I don't need an excuse. (looks at watch) And I've got to go on duty at the paper again in a little while.
Storyteller: Oh, one of those nights again, is it?
MN: Unfortunately.
Nora: Good luck. (winces) Ow, I've got the complete text of King Lear embedded in my back.

[The Count]

Hey guys... Just got back after having a good fish dish for dinner with my family.
Ready for Monday Night, and a bit of checking off tomes from my reading list as I plug back into the library I used to have.

Have to talk to Mr. Chapman, seems there's something wrong with my E-mail notifications though.
Anyway, knock if you need me.

[tvlistingman]

PETER: What are we going to do right now

BABY BEAR: How about Watching the Cosby Show

ZOE: The Cosby Show is the Best

LITTLE BIRD: How about some birdseed cookies

ZOE: Sure Little Bird

PETER: Thanks, Little Bird

LITTLE BIRD: Your Welcome, Peter

[theprawncracker]

Me: Augh, there is TOO much stuff going on...
Gonzo: Oh please, like you actually have a life outside of us...
Me: FYI I do Gonzo. Today after school I had to stay for 2 and a half hours writing a script for the lip-sync competition I'm hosting on Wednesday. Then Thursday there's the big volleyball game, and Friday the Homecoming football game, and Saturday the dance, and of course dispersed in between all that stuff there's homework. So yes, I have a life outside of you.
Gonzo: *shrug* It's still not as fun as your life with us.
Me: ...Will you let me study for my chemistry test please?

[Muppet Newsgirl]

MN: (hauling back in to room) I'm back. Where's Nora?
Storyteller (looks up from sewing): She went off to have tea with Mrs. Farley and her family.
MN: Ah. And speaking of tea...(grabs pot and pours out a cup). What's that you're working on?
Storyteller: Oh...see, it's a new quilt for my room. And it depicts the legends of the Lily Creatures, and the Merggles! It's beautiful...ouch!
MN: Sounds like it skewered you.
Storyteller: Yes, the needle...er, would you get a pair of tweezers?
(MN chuckles and heads off to the bathroom; Nora walks in.)
Nora: I'm home.
Storyteller: How was it?
Nora: (makes a face) Mrs. Farley's mother served us these cupcakes. They tasted perfectly awful. (slumps into chair) It was like eating a chunk of foam rubber with a glop of sugary icing on top...only not as tasty.
Storyteller: Not exactly a cook, is she?
MN: (re-entering room) All right, Storyteller, hold still.
Storyteller: Oh...oh...ouch! Ouch! That smarts!
MN: (looks at needle in tweezers) Yeah, they tend to do that. Let me get a bandage. (leaves and soon returns with one)
Nora: (takes out battered script) I've got a script to look over.
MN: Yeah, and I've got an article to work on. (takes out laptop and starts to type)

[Erine81981]

Ok guys. I've told Ryan that you Cookie and Herry are staying with him.

Cookie M: Me not want to.

Why?

Herry: He's scared of (whispers).

Oh. He's not scary. He might look it but he really a pretty good fellow. You will be just fine Cookie. Don't worry. Herry will be there with you.

Herry: Yea. I'll keep you safe.

Cookie M: Thank you Herry.

Grover: What about me?

Maurice: And me?

You two will be staying with Bryan. He and his roomies aren't in ar the moment but I left him a note. Don't worry.

Grover: Good. *starts packing*

Herry is helping Cookie pack

*packs for Maurice* There you go.

Maurice: Thank you Kyle.

Your welcome. I'll be leaving around 9 or 10 but whenever ya'll want to go that will be fine by me.

Grover: Ok. I am packed and ready to go.

Ok. I told the others whenever they wanted to leave would be fine.

Grover: Ok.

I'll be on the computer.

Herry: Ok.

Maurice: Alright.

Grover: Okie dokie.

Cookie M: Ok.

[The Count]

You OK Kyle? Sure hope you have a good time wherever your headed off to... As for me, still have a mess of stories to go through... Check back with me later, if I'm still awake that is.

[theprawncracker]

Me: Ah, it's so good to have Cookie Monster and Herry staying with us. Now if only I could figure out this dang World History junk...
Cookie Monster: Ooh, me help! Me help!
Me: Cookie, you know world history?
Cookie: Oh! Ya ya ya! *eats world history homework*
Me: Cookie! That was my HOMEWORK!
Cookie: *burp* Mm, exotic!

[tvlistingman]

PETER: So what are you guys up to Tonight

ZOE: How about, Me, you, Little Bird and Baby Bear go swimming

BABY BEAR: Sounds good

LITTLE BIRD: I like to swim!!!

PETER: Good for you Little Bird!

[Katzi428]

Blecchh sigh:(
Prairie: Still feeling crummy,Kath?
Yeah.
Rosita feeling my forehead :You don't have a fever,thank goodness. Want some soup & crackers?
Sure...I guess.
Prairie fluffing my pillow Um Kath? You don't suppose what's going on with your sister is making you sick,do you?
Positive.If it was that, I'd be having seizures one after the other plus headaches.I just feel sick to my stomach.
Rosita: Pobrecita Kathy.:sympathy: Funny....I was thinking the same thing as you,Prairie.Kath....I wouldn't let the future bug you until it actually happens,you know?
Prairie:Great minds think alike.
You both are right.
Rosita: Let me go get your soup.

[The Count]

Back home at the dorms... Feeling a bit tired, and now I've got another bout of creative uncertainty. Thought I had something solved which is why I started my little fanfic... But now...
Eh, I'm sure Ru got the message I left on her door, knocked but there was no reply.
*Lets bats fly off into the night sky through our room's open window, lets Fatatatita roam the halls.
Talk to you guy stomorrow.

[Muppet Newsgirl]

MN: Hey, Prawnie, if you need help on that world history homework, feel free to drop by...if you can get it out of Cookie's stomach. (sits down) And I still have to make heads or tails of this paper for English.
Nora: What's it on?
MN: The poetry of Sylvia Plath.
Nora: What fun.
Storyteller: Has anyone seen my scissors?
MN: Try the kitchen.
Storyteller: Oh, right...I was fixing the curtains in there earlier.

[theprawncracker]

Me: Hey, thanks MN, I'd ask for help but, uh, right now, it's somewhere inside Cookie's intestines.
Cookie: Num num num!
Herry: Don't worry Ry, you'll get used to it after awhile.
Me: Sheesh...
Clifford: Yo Ry, why don't you just hit the hay man? You've been doin' too much homework.
Me: Heh, tell my teachers that...
Gonzo: Okay, I'll need names and addresses.
Camilla: Bagawk!
Me: ...Nevermind...

[BEAR]

(Coming in with roomies through the room's back entrance)
Bry: Well, we're back. It'll be nice to sleep in my own bed again.
Bert: You can say that again.
Bry: Normally I would grant that request, but not now. Any messages on the machine, Ernie?
Ernie: I dunno...let's find out. (pushes "play" button on answering machine and hears message left by Kyle)
Bry: Oh no! When was that?
Ernie: Yesterday.
Bry: Poor Grover and Maurice! They didn't know that we would be away last weekend.
Telly: We didn't tell anybody.
Bry: I know! Maybe we should have! What do we do?!
Bert: Umm...maybe we should go get Grover and Maurice.
Bry: Good thinking! Yes! Excellent thinking! Always the logical one, Bert! (starts to go out the door and finds Grover and Maurice camped out in the hallway outside the room) Grover? Maurice?
Grover: (wrapped in a blanket clutching his dufflebag) Well, it is about time! We were about to start looking for a soup kitchen.
Bry: Oh, I am so sorry, you two. We were away and I didn't get Kyle's message til now.
Maurice: No problem.
Bry: Come on in and get comfy in our room.

[redBoobergurl]

Beth: Good morning girls!
Red: What? It's morning? No, I'm going back to bed.
Abby: I'm up, what's for breakfast?
Wanda: Don't say Everybody Eats again. I love that place but we've been there alot lately
Beth: No worries, I thought we'd go down to the kitchen and make waffles. I've got all sorts of different toppings we can put on them too
Red: Waffles? Ok, I'm getting up now!
Beth: All right it's a plan. Let's all get cleaned up and ready and meet in the kitchen in fifteen minutes

[christyb]

Skeeter: Hey Christy did you get the server to work?
Christyb: Finally. Now my homework is submitted the only problem is I missed class doing it. Talk about a pair of docks.
Skeeter: Weirdo. So now that you have a couple of hours before your next class whatcha plan to do?
Christyb: I'll probably grab a bit to eat and catch up on all the fanfics.
Skeeter: Sounds great. I'm off to swim a few laps. Oh yeah if you see Scooter tell him that our Mom called. She said for Scooter to be sure to have plently of clean underwear.
Christyb: You really want me to tell him that? *giggles*
Skeeter: Well you could scream it in a crowded room! *walks off laughing*
Christyb: Ahhhh the beauty of sibling rivalry.

[The Count]

Yep... So glad it's not our sibling rivalry.

Don't feel too bad about missing class Christy... Heh, some tales I could tell from back in high school.
Oh well... Now if only I knew what...
*Moves off to check on other MC activities on the net.

[BEAR]

Bry: Good morning, guys! Grover, Maurice, did you sleep well?
Maurice: I slept well.
Grover: Oh, yes. Thank you.
Bry: Good.
Telly: Bryan, what's for breakfast?
Bry: Well, what would everyone like?
Big Bird: Birdseed Krispies.
Bert: Oatmeal.
Telly: French toast.
Ernie: Omlette.
Maurice: Fresh fruit.
Grover: Toast with peanut butter.
Bry: Wow! I dunno if I can make all those things at once. How about we just go to Everybody Eats?
Grover: Excellent choice.
Bry: Okay, let's go!

[redBoobergurl]

Beth: Hmm, a rare moment with the room all to myself
Wanda *pokes her head out of the closet*: Sorry, I'm here
Beth: That's all right
Wanda: I won't be for long though. I'm just changing and heading off to a class
Beth: No problem. So have you seen Rowlf much lately?
Wanda: Not since his birthday. I know he gets busy though
Beth: Yeah, I haven't seen Lisa around much either so I was just wondering what she's been up to
Wanda: Rowlf said her classes are keeping her really busy
Beth: I can understand that
Wanda: So, are you going to write some more of your story today? I think Abby would like it if you read some more of it to her tonight.
Beth: I hope I can, but I've got a couple of other things to do
Wanda: Well, we can be patient...for a little while anyway. I'd better get going.
Beth: See you later
Wanda: Bye!

[The Count]

Heh... Home again.
Count: Rough day?
No, just reading with my assistant...

At least I have that package I'm hexpecting to cheer me up, hopefully it'll get here on Friday.
Count: Mmm, you do remember Friday's Telly's birthday?
Of course, will let Bryan tell me if there's something special he wants done. Maybe we could have a double party on Saturday for Telly and Zoe, who celebrates hers on the 30th.
Count: And then Sunday vill mark the beginning of Shocktober!
Yep... Time for things to get a little spooky around here.

But I'm a bit tired, I'll be snoozing if anyone needs me.

[Ruahnna]

Fozzie: (coming up behind Catherine <Ru> who is sewing furiously) Um, Catherine--did you get that message?
Catherine: (looking up harriedly) Message? What message?
Fozzie: Um, oh dear. There was a message from Ed.
(Catherine looks blank, then the little bulb goes on.)
Catherine: Oh--Oh, yes! I did get the note. I sent him an email. (Stops and smiles at Fozzie, who still looks anxious.) What's up, Fozzie? Homework got you down?
Fozzie: Maybe a little. I have a test in Heckler Defense Strategy tomorrow and I don't feel ready.
Catherine: Tell me what the test will be like.
Fozzie: Well, we have to get up in front of the class and do our routine and they're supposed to heckle us.
Catherine: That doesn't sound like much fun.
Fozzie: No, and I'm very nervous. And the teachers are going to grade us on how well we shut them down.
Catherine: Hmm. Well, what's your strategy?
Fozzie: My--my what?
Catherine: Your strategy. What are you going to say when people start to heckle you?
Fozzie: (almost whispering) Please don't.
(Catherine bites lip furiously to hide smile.)
Catherine: Ah. Well. Let's see what we can do to beef up your skills. Let me see your routine, and I'll heckle you.
Fozzie: (knees actually beginning to shake) Oh please do not heckle me. I don't think I can stand to be heckled in my own room.
Catherine (getting out of chair immediately and putting and arm around Fozzie's shoulders): Good point. Let's go down to the common area. That will be better.
Fozzie: But, but, people might be there.
Catherine: (steering people out the door) If we're lucky.
Fozzie: But, if people are there, they might heckle me.
Catherine: Even better. Then you can show them your defensive skills.
Fozzie: But, but I don't have any yet.
Catherine: We'll work on that, too.
When they open the door, Fatatatita curls around Catherine's legs. Catherine stoops to pick her up.
Catherine: Hey there, sweetie--tell everybody that Fozzie's going to be headlining in the common room tonight in, oh, about 30 minutes. Tell them to bring their best insults and their worst behavior, okay?
Fatatatita: Meeorw. (She scampers off.)
Fozzie: (Looking at Catherine in wonder) Um--can she really understand you?
Catherine: I always thought so. When I used to open the door for my cat and say, "Well, are you coming in or not," either she would or she wouldn't.
Fozzie: (looking at Catherine strangely) Are you--are you kidding me?
Catherine: Yes. I'll go put a sign on the bulletin board. Want to come with me?
Fozzie: (faintly) Not really.
Catherine: Good--come anyway.

[Ruahnna]

(whispering: If you have any really good heckles, you can PM me and I'll put you in my next post. Just tell me who's saying what.)

[The Count]

*At Room #1's door... What's that Fatatatita? Oh, thank you... Now run along, I think Gaffer's been looking for you. Either that or Kathy and her roomies went on a little mini-vacation.

Sent you some heckles Cath, feel free to use them. And another E-mail, something's start to bubble up.
Talk to you soon.

[Java]

Note is posted outside Melissa's door:

Hi everyone,
Sprocket, Brian (TSD), and I are very busy right now. My husband and I are moving non-dorm related items into our new home and the dogs decided they wanted to help. I have limitied internet access until next week when we are finally all moved in and can get back to dorm life.

See you all then!

[theprawncracker]

Me: *falling asleep at desk*
Clifford: Hey Ry! How'd it go tonight?!
Me: *shoots up* PYTHAGORIAN THEOROM! A2 + B2 = C2!!
Clifford: Yo dude, hold up. I was talkin' bout the lip sync competition you were hostin'.
Me: Oh...Oh! It was great Cliff! A lot of fun! And a lot of people!
Clifford: Heh, cool dude. I think I'll head off to bed. Sugest you do the same. Unless you're waitin' up for Gonzo and Camilla?
Me: Where'd they go?
Clifford: They went out to Everybody Eats, had dinner plans. And Cookie and Herry are already asleep out on the couch.
Me: And where'd Uncle D. move to?
Clifford: He's spendin' the night down in the fan-fic library. Got some catchin' up to do. He suggested you do the same.
Me: *rolls eyes* Right...If the homework ever lets up. Night Cliff!
Clifford: Night dude!

[Ruahnna]

Fozzie: Um, hello, everybodee.
Oscar: You stink! Go away!
Fozzie: But, but—I just got here.
Catherine: Oscar, I don’t think you’ve got any right to be talking about other people stinking. Speaking of stinks, did something die in there or are you just cooking again?
Oscar: Hey!
Fozzie: Hey—not bad.
Catherine: Now you try.
Fozzie: But I am not—
Oscar: Can it furball! Cough up some yuks or get off the stage!
Fozzie: (indignantly) Speaking of furballs and “yucks,” who does your hair?—a trash compactor?
Oscar: Hey! That was (looks at Catherine) That was pretty good, actually. (Slams down into trash can.)
Fozzie: (looking at Catherine hopefully) Do you think he’s gone?
Catherine: Knowing Oscar, he’s going for reinforcements. C’mon—let’s see your stuff. (Hears sounds of people coming in.) Oh, good—people are coming in.
Fozzie: (nervously) People?
Catherine: Um, well, you know, sortof. Hey Kermit! Hey Piggy! They must have seen the note. Hey Leyla!
Leyla: Hi! Hi Fozzie! Are you ready to do your routine?
Fozzie: Do I have a choice?
Leyla: Nope.
Fozzie: (meekly) Yes ma’am.
Leyla: (wonderingly) He called me ‘ma’am.
Wanda: Was that a joke?
Leyla: Watch it.
Fozzie: Um, why did the chicken cross the road?
Piggy: To get away from the comedian!
Kermit: Piggy—that wasn’t nice!
Piggy: I’m not supposed to be nice! I’m supposed to heckle.
Kermit: Oh, right. Um, hey Fozzie—you’re ugly and your mother dresses you funny! (sotto voce) I feel mean!
Fozzie: Ha! Shows what YOU know—my mother didn’t pick out this tie! I did!
(Unexpectedly, the audience laughs. Fozzie looks startled.) Um, I always like to get a new tie when I’m down in the dumps. (Kermit looks at Catherine. She shrugs, but before he can answer Piggy jumps back in.)
Piggy: So THAT’s where you get them!
Fozzie: (directly to Piggy) Oh—how nice to see you again, madam! I think you came to last year’s show. I never forget an outfit!
(Piggy sputters and the audience titters cautiously.)
Wanda: (poking Leyla) Go on—don’t just sit there!
Leyla: Oh, I can't possibly heckle Fozzie.
Wanda: You do it to him all the time in fanfic.
Leyla: True. Hey Fozzie!
Fozzie: Yes?
Leyla: Fozzie Wozzie was a bear, Fozzie Wozzie had no flare, so Fozzie Wozzie wasn't funny... wunny?
Fozzie: Funny wunny. Suddenly my routine isn’t looking so bad.
Ryan: That’s only because you’re not watching it! That last joke made me seasick!
Fozzie: (desperately) A man goes on a cruise and gets seasick every night. Finally after a week he asked the steward to bring his supper out to the rail. When the food is brought, he throws it over the side. “Why did you do that?” asked the steward. Said the man, “I got tired of being the middleman!
There is a mild surge of bemusement. Fozzie groans.
Fozzie: Um, what do you get when you cross a centipede with a chicken?
Kermit: (helpfully) Um, I don’t know, Fozzie. What DO you get?
Fozzie: I don’t know either, but everybody gets a drumstick!
Camilla clucks indignantly.
Fozzie: Oh—sorry, Camilla. I won’t do any more poultry humor.
Gonzo: Do any more? You haven’t done any YET!
Fozzie: Oh, whatever.
Gonzo: You called?
Fozzie: Um—what do you get when you cross a busy street with a bicycle?
Gonzo: Ooh—I know this one! Higher insurance premiums.
Fozzie: Run over!
Gonzo: Mine was funnier.
Kermit: Gonzo!
Gonzo: Well, it was!
Fozzie: Um, I kept taking out a librarian but I had to break things off!
Catherine: Why’d you have to break things off?
Fozzie: I got tired of checking her in and out!
Ed: You call that you’re A-material?
Count: More like his Z-material!
Oscar: (reappearing from trash can) Still here I see—I thought it was too quiet up here.
Fozzie: Oh, please—isn’t there one thing you like about my act?
Count: Aha! One! I’d call that ONE BAD act.
Ed: Well, I’d call a cab out of here!
Scooter (whispering to Sara): This is sortof awful. It’s like watching a train wreck.
Oscar: Only less entertaining.
Fozzie: (rallying just a little) Well, I’ll have you know some of these jokes are time-tested!
Ernie: (whispering) What’s he mean, Bert?
Bert: Um, I think he means they’re old, Ernie. This must be adult humor—I’m not getting any of these.
Gonzo: (leaning over to Bert): Trust me—it’s not you.
Uncle Deadly: I’m kindof liking this. I usually enjoy seeing people suffering.
Piggy: Do you mean us or him?
Uncle Deadly: Point taken, or porcine one.
Count: That’s One! One good point!
Fozzie: Oh yeah? Well, if you get any older I'll bury you guys in that box.
Count: Ah ha! Good, I can wisit my relatives.
Fozzie: (somewhat scared): R-r-relatives?
Ed: Yeah, his family's into land rights... The cemetary rights!
Count: And I can always dig up an uncle or aunt. Literally.
Fozzie: Um, wocka wocka wocka. Why did the farmer climb up on the pigpen to eat his supper?
Piggy: (warningly) Fozzie!
Fozzie: (gulping) Um, because he wanted to eat high on the hog.
Piggy: You are so toast.
Kermit: Run, Fozzie!
Fozzie: What?
Kermit: RUN! (waves arms about head)
Fozzie flees the room.
Catherine: Um, thanks for coming everyone. We’ll try this again some other time—if I can catch Fozzie before Piggy does.
Ed: Hmmm, hope our heckling didn't scare him too much.
Count: Vhat vas truly scary vas his act.
Ed; Mmm, I think I’ve figured out what's wrong with this place.
Count: Vhat?
Ed: The seats face the stage.
Catherine: (hurriedly) Um—thanks for coming everybody! I’ll let you know if we’re going to do this again.
Scooter: Take your time!
Gonzo: No rush, okay?
Oscar: Don’t let the door hit you on the way out!

[ReneeLouvier]

Sara: Poor Fozzie!!!

Scooter: Poor Fozzie? Poor us! We had to sit through another one of his acts again. It's either strange, old, or it's just plain not funny!

Sara: I sorta liked it.

Scooter: Because he reminds you of one of your old teddy bears, that's why. You just think he's so soft and huggable.

Sara: *closes her eyes, a small smile creeping across her face* Yeah...a little I guess. But either way, I like cornball jokes. That's why I had a hard time not laughing. Screwed up, cornball jokes I laugh at.

Scooter: I sure noticed.

[Muppet Newsgirl]

MN: (muttering in general direction of computer) Infernally slow server...I've seen snails go faster than that.
Nora: Computer problems again?
MN: Oh, they're perennial. (leans back in chair) Then again, I might have to run a virus scan or something.
Nora: Great. Another person or thing in here who's sick. Just when I got over my cold.
MN: And don't you be thinking about getting sick again, all right? Otherwise we'll have to put you in quarantine.
Nora: What?!
MN: (laughs) Just joking.
Storyteller: Oh, Erin, if the computer freezes up just kick it.
MN: Hmmm...well, they don't mention that in the manual...but I'll try that next time, perhaps.

[BEAR]

Bry: Kyle is back, but he said you guys can stay another night if you want to.
Maurice: Are you sure?
Grover: We would not want to be any trouble.
Bry: No, Grover. No trouble at all. We really like having you here. You know why?
Grover: Because we are so cute and lovable?
Bry: Well...that, and you're fun!
Grover: Aww you are so nice! Ha ha ha!
Bry: I think the others went to bed already. What do you say the three of us watch a little TV.
Maurice: Sounds good to me. I think the Tonight Show is on right now.
Grover: Oh goodie! I really like to watch J.
Bry: Yeah, Jay Leno is pretty cool.
Grover: Not Jay Leno. The letter J!
Bry: The letter J?
Grover: Of course.
Maurice: (turns the TV on and on the screen is a talk show hosted by a talking letter J with big grey hair) See?
Bry: (Surprised) You weren't kidding.
Grover: Then after that is Conan O'Brien.
Bry: Oh okay. I know that show.
Maurice: The band on the show is the best.
Bry: Yeah, Max Weinberg and the Max Weinberg 7.
Maurice: No other number plays the guitar quite like the 7 in that band.
Bry: *sigh* Umm...r-ight.

Hoots: (outside the window in a tree) Well, cats, looks like those are the sponsors for today. The letter J and the number 7. That reminds me...I should give Max Weinberg a call about doing a gig together. Goodnight!

[theprawncracker]

Me: Psst, *waking up Cookie and Herry* Hey guys, Kyle's back, so whenever you're ready you can head on back. I've gotta get to school.
Herry: Okay Ryan, thanks for taking care of us.
Me: No problem guys anytime. Oh and Cookie, I don't need that world history homework back...

[Erine81981]

Cookie M: Ok. Thanks again.

Herry: Thanks. *gets backpack*

Cookie M: *grabs his* Bye Ryan.

Herry: Bye.

Enter's room 26

Herry: Knock knock.

Cookie M: We here!

Hi guys! Glad to see ya'll back. *hugs them both*

Herry: Glad to be back. How's your friend?

He's doing fine. Just wanted to hang out for awhile. How was ya'll sleep over?

Cookie M: Good!

Herry: Cookie here ate Ryan's homework.

What?

Herry: But Ryan told him he don't need it back.

*whew* Thank goodness. At 1 guys. I'm heading over to my Granny's. She needs her lawn mowed.

Herry: Ok. Me and Cookie Monster will go to the store to get some stuff.

Ok. Wonder when Grover and Maurice will be back? Oh well. I'm cooking some Mac and chesse.

Cookie M: Oh boy! Me favorite. *rubbing hands together*

[The Count]

Count: Oh... Ed vill be getting back home soon, he'll be so excited to learn that package arrived! And I know vhat it is, but I'm not spilling the beans yet.
Hmmm... Spilled beans? Could prove to be interesting to count, at least, that's vhat my cousin Fiora from South America told me.
Vill have to talk to Ed about that, unless he'd prefer to stop by Ru's door instead.

[Katzi428]

OK girls...dorm room meeting.
Rosita: You don't need to go to the hospital because you've been sick,do you Kathy? :concern:
No Rosita.But this stomach bug is hanging on longer than I thought it would. I don't want to get you sick.So I'll be going home for a couple of days. The three of you will be staying with Bryan & his buddies.
Prairie:All right. Got a question though. You haven't had any spinach lately have you?
light chuckle Funny...Bryan asked me the same thing. And the answer is no I haven't.
Prairie:Whew! That's a relief!
You all will have fun.And please don't worry about me.I'll be fine.I'll be in touch.Tell Bryan I said thanks. Oh yeah.Gaffer & Ed & the Count's cat Fatatita were supposed to play together last night but I was feeling pretty yucky.So if Gaffer wants to play with Fatatita,tell Bryan he has my permission. Or should that be purrmission.
Prairie & Rosita laugh and the three of us pack our bags

[Beauregard]

Bo: Do I smell something cooking?
Beau: No.
Bobo: But I sure smell something...
Bo: Remember when you shut Bean in the fridge three days ago? Do you think maybe he's gone-off?
Bobo: *shrug*
Beau: Should we check?
Bo/Bobo/Beau: Nah...

[BEAR]

Grover: Great Birdkateers meeting today, Big Bird.
Big Bird: Hey, you guys were great tap dancing ducks.
Maurice: It was fun!
Grover: We really should get back to Kyle though. Thanks, Bryan Baby, for having us.
Maurice: Yeah, thanks.
Bry: It was a pleasure. Tell Kyle "hi" for me.
Grover: Will do! (starts to leave and almost runs into Prairie and Rosita, holding Gaffer, who are standing outside the door with bags)
Prairie: Hello!
Rosita: Hola!
Prairie: We're here to stay for a few days.
Grover: (looks over his shoulder to me) What are you running here, a bed & breakfast? (Whispers to the girls) Do not expect mints on your pillows.
Gaffer: (Puzzled) Meow?
Grover: (In normal voice) Come on, Maurice!
Maurice: Okay. Bye, Bryan!

[theprawncracker]

Uncle Deadly: So Ryan, whilst spending the night in the fan-fic library, I realized we're still waiting for a new one from you.
Me: Heh, well if you can make my life any less hectic I'd write.
UD: Hmmm? Should I deal with your teachers then?
Me: Heh, no no Uncle D. it's okay.

[The Count]

*Gleefully... Hey Uncle Deadly, don't forget to remind Ryan Old Friends still needs more commentary.

Oh, I feel so giddy over my two newest purchases. The package arrived earlier and I've just opened them up.
You guys want to know what I got? *Can hardly contain self.

[BEAR]

Ernie: Hey, Ed got a package!
Bert: Oh yeah?
Ernie: He sounded really excited about it.
Bert: Oh boy, I wonder what it is!
Ernie: Let's go find out!
(Bert & Ernie race off to Ed's room)

Bry: Hmm... I wouldn't mind seeing for myself either. Hey, guys! Wait for me!

[ReneeLouvier]

Sara: *Goes off to Ed's room, curious as to what he bought as well* I wonder what he got?

[theprawncracker]

Me: Ooh, a package at the door of Ed? I must see!
Uncle Deadly: *pulls me back down* No sir, homework first, then fan-fic, THEN Ed. *begins to leave*
Me: And where are you going??
UD: Why, to see what Ed got of course! *leaves*

[BEAR]

Telly: (runs into Big Bird's nest area) Big Bird! Big Bird!
Big Bird: Hey, Telly! What is it?
Telly: Ed got a package!
Big Bird: Oh, really? That's nice. I love getting care packages from my Granny Bird. She always sends me double-crunch sesame seed cookies on my birthday. Gee, maybe Ed got something from his granny!
Telly: I dunno, but everyone is going down to see what he got. We don't wanna miss out!
Big Bird: Well, I'm right behind ya, Telly!
(Bird and Telly go downstairs)
Rosita: (walking by with Prairie in tow) Que pasa?
Prairie: What's going on?
Big Bird: Follow us!
Rosita: Okay.

[The Count]

*Finishing setting up the shelf... Hey Count, could you get that please?
Count: Certainly... 1 knock, 2 knocks, 3 knocks...
Knock it off and answer the door please.
Count: Ah yes, got carried avay for a moment.

*Opens door and friends come in.
Oh hi guys... You came down here to see what I got? Well, if I may direct your attention to the center shelf...
*Turns on the lights attached to the shelf above.
Here we have the Muppet Backstage playset... But if you look at what's next to it...
Yes, four Muppet letters from A to D. Super Grover, my figure of him at least, now has some company. The entire S1 lineup!
There's the Two-Headed Monster... His left head with the upturned horns was the one Richard voiced Sara.
Next comes Guy Smiley with his Beat The Time clock wall...
And then there are the two additions I got today.
Oscar The Grouch in his trashcan. Came with the lid and a sign to hang on the lid. Still need some help to take off his arms and lower him into the can itself, at least I think that's how it's supposed to work.
And last, but never least... Ernie standing next to the SS wall, holding that banana in his ear.

Slimey and Rubber Duckie are here too. Rully glad I was able to get them. Especially since the proposed lineup was shared earlier in the week...

Well guys, hope you like 'em.
*Pics when I can take 'em, maybe a review to boot to send to Phillip.

[theprawncracker]

Uncle Deadly: Oh Eduardo. They're gorgeous. I can't believe you got them! Of course, you are the most deserving of any of us. It's so amazing just to gaze at them or even be in the same dormitory complex! Thank you for sharing these with us Ed. I'll make sure Ryan hops to his homework and fan-fiction so he can get down here to see these magnificent marvels of the company that was Palisades.

[The Count]

Thank you Uncle Deadly... You phantomish flatterer.
Count: Vould you care for some tea?
And as soon as I can get pics snapped off, I'll be sure to share.

[theprawncracker]

Uncel Deadly: Ah, alas, I would stay for tea, but I must go free Ryan from his chain and let him go write more commentary with Gonzo.
*from upstairs* WHOOOOPIE!!
UD: I don't know if that was Ryan or Gonzo...

[TogetherAgain]

Lisa: <hangs up phone> I'M ON BOARD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Rowlf: You're bored?
Lisa: No, I'm ON board! <waves phone around> That was the president of the youth group chapter calling! THEY VOTED ME ONTO THE BOARD! I am the official OTUSY Rel/Ed!
Rowlf: ...Beg pardon?
Lisa: Um... It's, uh, it's youth-group-jargon... You'll get used to it.
Rowlf: I wouldn't be so sure. I still haven't gotten used to Mock Swedish.
Lisa: Well... that's a different kind of jargon.
Robin: <half-asleep> Lisa?
Lisa: Oh! <walks over to Robin's hammock> I'm sorry, Robin, did I wake you?
Robin: Yeah... What's happening?
Lisa: <Hugs Robin> I just got voted into a semi-important position in my youth group.
Robin: <rubs eyes> Does that mean you're gonna be even busier?
Lisa: <Sigh> Well, yes, it does. But don't you worry about it, all right? Especially right now- it's nothing worth worrying over. <Kisses top of Robin's head> You go back to sleep, all right?
Robin: <lays back down> Okay...
Lisa: Sweet dreams.
Robin: Good night, Lisa.
Lisa: Good night, Robin.

[theprawncracker]

Me: *finally free from homework chain* Gonzo! Give me two and a half seconds! *darts across the hall and barges into Lisa's room* HiLisacongratsontheyouthgroupsemiimportantposition andnowIhavetogowritemorecommentaryorUncleD'sgonnak illme!
Gonzo: Two, two and a quarter, TWO AND A HALF! Let's go! *pulls Ryan off*

[tvlistingman]

BABY BEAR: What are you working on, Peter?

PETER: Baby Bear, I am working on PowerPoint, a 1977 WGBH Station Break

ZOE: Cool

LITTLE BIRD: You did the "2" logo all by your self

PETER: Yes!!!!

NOW

PETER: It is time to sign-off for the night, Good Night Little Bird and Zoe and Baby Bear

BABY BEAR: (snoring) Night Night Peter! (feeds Ralph)

LITTLE BIRD: (snoring) Night Night

ZOE: ZZZZZZZZZZZZ!!!

PETER: Well, they already said good night, well time for me to go to bed

HOOTS: (playing a soft tune)

[BEAR]

(Down in Room 1)
Bry: (in awe) Wow...I just can't believe it. That is so cool, Ed.
Prairie: Yes, very nice figures.
Bry: I'm almost speechless. What do you think, guys? (looks over and sees Big Bird, Telly and Rosita all giving him "the look") Oh, come on, guys. We're not going to get into this again, are we?
Rosita: (trying to avoid eye contact)
Big Bird: *sigh*
Telly: (under his breath) But even Oscar gets one.
Ernie: I think they're beautiful. There's a little me and...and a little Rubber Duckie! Look at that! Khekhekhe! See that, Bert?
Bert: Yeah, Ernie! Looks great! (raises brow) Hey, how about my figure, huh? Where's the one of me?
Bry: Uuhh...sorry, Bert.
Bert: Huh? Oh...(lowers brow again disappointed) I understand. Ernie and no Bert...
Telly: (patting Bert on the shoulder) We know how you feel.
Bry: Sorry about that, Ed. Please understand. I, for one, am very happy for you and your display looks amazing. I'm jealous. Well...I better get these guys some dinner. So I'll see ya later. Oh, I think Gaffer is looking for Fatatita. Bye!
(Big Bird, Telly, Bert, Rosita and Prairie follow)
Ernie: (walks up to Ed) Ed, do you think maybe I could come down and play with it sometime? If not, I understand. I'll let you think on it. Bye bye. (Catches up to us)

[The Count]

Well... So long everybody.

*Pouring glass of bat's milk tea. That was nice.
Count: Yes it vas.
No worries Bryan... I do know how you and the guys rooming with you feel. At least there may be hope for Bert, the guy we knew named WiGgY or MWoO here was working on a custom sculpt with decent basic articulation. You might want to go to the CMX Members Display Case and look for the pertinent thread.

And while you're there, check out the Sunny Days thread in the Gray Matters section, it has what would've been... Course, I have some thoughts on how it might be improved a little, but we can talk about that after you've read through the thread.
Hmmm, so long as he doesn't break it or lose the pieces... it might be OK. Though I'd prefer it stay here for the time being.
*Lets Fatatatita run off after Bryan and his crew, in hopes of meeting up with Gaffer.

[Skeeter Muppet]

Betty Lou: Rosita, Telly, Big Bird, Bert...don't feel too bad. You're not the only ones who don't have figures.
Gillis: Yes, that's true. And who knows? You may very well have figures in the future. Unlike us.
Boober: So we can all be depressed about it together!
Kim: *facepalms* Way to be positive and encouraging, guys...
Boober: Hey, just calling it like we see it.
Kim: How? Your hair and your hat are constantly in your eyes.
Boober: Eh, semantics.

-Kim

[Erine81981]

Grover: *listening to headphones*

Hey Grover!

Grover: *still listening*

Hello? *waves hand in front of Grover's face*

Grover: Oh. *takes off headphones and laughs* Hello.

Hi Grover. How's everything going?

Grover: Fine!

Awsome! How was Bryan's?

Grover: Well since we did not know he was not home. We slept outside the door.

What? You mean when I left ya'll two stay outside the door of Bryan's room?

Maurice: That's right.

I'm so sorry about that. I didn't know he was going away. I'm sorry guys.

Grover: It is ok. Do not worry about it. But he seems to be running some kind of "Bed and Breakfeast" thing in his room.

Really? I might have to go eat some breakfast over there. Ok. You can go back to your music and to your book.

Grover: Thank you. *puts them back on and starts humming*

Maurice: *goes back to reading a book*

[BEAR]

Big Bird: Thanks, Betty Lou.
Telly: Now I know what I won't be getting for my birthday tomorrow.

Bry: Oh my gosh! Telly's birthday is tomorrow. Prairie, we need to get working on that.
Prairie: Okay. What are we going to do?
Bry: Hmm...not sure. Maybe Ed has some ideas. How about you go back to the room with the others and I'll go back down and talk to Ed about tomorrow.
Prairie: Okay!
Bry: (Goes back to Ed's room to discuss tomorrow's plans)

[The Count]

*Opens door after Bryan knocks... Hey Bry, you forget... Oh, Telly's birthday? Sure, come on in, we can come up with something.
*Both go inside and carry on plans behind closed doors.

[BEAR]

Bry: Thanks, Ed. I'm just not sure what to do. Have any ideas? We could have a little party tomorrow afternoon. Start around 1 or so. You got any ideas?

[BEAR]

Bry: Telly, I decided to let Prairie and Rosita take the beds in our room. You can take a sleeping bag and bunk with Bert and Ernie.
Telly: Where are you gonna sleep?
Bry: Oh, I'll be okay on the couch here in the livingroom.
Telly: Okay.
Bry: You just get some sleep and I'll see you in the morning.
Telly: Okay, goodnight. (takes stuff and goes into Bert and Ernie's room)
Bry: Okay, now that Telly has gone to bed, I can start planning a bit for Telly's birthday party. (walks to window) Hoots? Hoots, are you around?
Hoots: What's up, man?
Bry: Would you help me deliver these invitations to each door?
Hoots: Sure, no problem.
Bry: Oh, thank you. I can handle this floor and upstairs, but if you would cover the basement it would be great.
Hoots: Okay.
Bry: (Gives Hoots half the stack of invitations which read):

Please join us for an afternoon BBQ lunch celebrating Telly Monster's birthday!
When: Friday, September 29th, 2006 at 1:00 PM
Where: Outside on the poolside patio

We hope you will join us for a fun gathering with friends, food, boinging, and triangles. See you there!

Oh, and Hoots, please post this on the bulletin board.
Hoots: What is it?
Bry: It's just to say that the Muppet Dorms were sponsored today by the Letter I and by the Number 14.

[The Count]

*Gets invite to Telly's party. Hmmm, I was kind of thinking to wait until Saturday, that way we could have a double party for Telly and Zoe. Although, it might be better to have the party for both today... That way, the schedule'd be cleared for us to take the Electric Mayhem bus (with Diana's permission) off to the Cobweb Coliseum for this weekend's football game.

Hey guys... Was wondering what method of announcing B-Days you'd prefer:
1 Post the entire dorms B-Day calendar.
2 Just post the person/Muppet's B-Day when it's time.
3 Send out an E-mail message to everybody announcing the upcoming B-Day.
Please LMK ASAP as it will help improve the overall MC Dorms experience. Thanks, have a good day.

[BEAR]

Hoots: Hey, Ed. Bryan is in bed, but he wanted me to tell you that he decided to have Telly's party Friday because he wasn't sure he would be available on Saturday and also because of the football game. Also, my suggestion would be to post the whole calendar at once and then when the birthdays gets close there could be a reminder. Just my two toots. Hehe! Also, we can make an adjustment to all the invitations saying that the party is also for Zoe, given that its okay with Peter.

[Beauregard]

Bo: *hears a knock on the door*
Beau: *hears a knock on the door*
Bobo: *knocks over a glass of coke-cola* Oops..
Bo: Do you think we should answer that?
Bobo: I figured it was Bean still in the fridge...
Beau: Good think.
Bo: Maybe it is...*changes TV channel* Ooh, it's MopFam.

[theprawncracker]

Me: *leaving dorm for school, sees bulletin* Ach, I can't make it to the party...Not only for school, but after school I've got stuff to do too. Ah well, I gave Gonzo and Clifford the present for Telly and one for Zoe too. *leaves for school*

[tvlistingman]

PETER, BABY BEAR AND LITTLE BIRD: SUPRISE!!!!, HAPPY BIRTHDAY ZOE!!!

ZOE: Wow! this is awesome

BABY BEAR: And Bear is planning a Birthday Party for you, if that's okay with you, Peter

PETER: Oh, Boy, That's okay with Me Zoe!!!

LITTLE BIRD: Me, Peter and Baby Bear got you this for you birthday,

ZOE: Ohhhh!, a New Tutu!!! Thank you Guys

PETER: You're Welcome, and I made a special Birthday Breakfast for you Zoe

ZOE: What is it

PETER: Pancakes with Pink Whipped Cream and Pink Sprinkles

ZOE: Yummy in my tummy, You can Have One Baby Bear and Little Bird

PETER: Sure!!!!

BABY BEAR: And Me, Zoe and Little Bird and Peter are going to give Telly his present when we go to his double birthday party of Zoe and Telly. It is a Triangluar Frisbee!

PETER: I bet Telly is going to love it!!!!!

[redBoobergurl]

Beth: Well guys, it sounds like there's a birthday party tonight for Telly and Zoe
Abby: Yea! They're my friends!
Beth: Unfortunately, I won't be able to go tonight, but you guys can go without me
Red: Sure! I'm always up for a party, I'll go with you Abby
Wanda: Yeah, I can go too so the three of us can go together.
Beth: I'm glad. I should be around for the football game tomorrow
Red: That reminds me, I gotta get some stuff for practice later!
Beth: All right, well, I'll see you guys later!

[christyb]

*walks into our room*

Christyb: Hey Skeeter I'm back!

Skeeter: *comes out of our closet* Welcome back to the land of the living! How was the big exam?

Christyb: Much better than expected. You been shopping yet?

Skeeter: Yeah I have Telly and Zoe's gifts on my bed. You seen that giftwrap we had stored in here?

Christyb: Yeah it's behind that box of old computer cords. *walks over to the bed* Oooh, these bracelets for Zoe are beautiful!

Skeeter: *muffled* Found the paper! You think she'll like them?

Christyb: You'll bet. What's this? *holds up a gadget*

Skeeter: Oh that's a counter for Telly's pogo stick. So he can count the bounces. Think he'll like it?

Christyb: I hope so. Send them my regrets. I can't make it for the party today.

[Katzi428]

calling from home & leaving a message on Bryan an co.'s answering machine:
Hi everyone...it's Kathy.First of all,Happy Birthday Telly!Sorry I won't be there for your party.I know that it's Zoe's birthday too,so tell her I said Happy Birthday.
I'm starting to feel a little better but I probably won't be back til Sunday the earliest.Better safe than sorry. Talk to you all soon.

[The Count]

OK... Thanks for the tip Hoots. Seems everybody already knows about the party later today though. Still need the score from last week's game before we leave on Saturday late afternoon for the Cobweb Coliseum.

Good thing I did some shopping earlier in the week, when I was at Marvin's Music City for Rowlf and Dr. Teeth. Hope Zoe likes what we got her from FR Jewelers...

Hope everybody has a good weekend, and some fanfics get updated. *wink, wink, nudge, nudge.

[BEAR]

Telly: (getting up and going into livingroom) Where is everybody?
Rest of us: Happy birthday, Telly!!!
Telly: For me?! You remembered my birthday!
Big Bird: We couldn't forget your birthday, Telly. You're our friend!
Telly: And you guys are great friends!
Bry: Would you like to open your presents now or later at your party?
Telly: I'm getting a party too?!
Prairie: Of course.
Telly: Oh this is such a great day! I'll wait a little longer.
Bry: Okay. Bert, Ernie, is everything set up at the pool?
Ernie: All taken care of.
Bert: Yeah.
Bry: Good. Let's go down there. People should be showing up down there in about 10 minutes.

[redBoobergurl]

Red: Phew, I'm glad I got the pool all spick and span for the party tonight!
Beth: That's good! Hey guys, I just talked to Kyle. Maurice Monster is coming to stay with us for a couple of days while Kyle visits a friend
Abby: Monster???
Beth: Don't worry Abby, Maurice is just like your other monster friends Elmo, Zoe and Telly.
Abby: Oh good.
Wanda: Um, where will he sleep?
Beth: Don't worry Wanda, we've got an inflatable mattress. This happens quite often that we have guests for a few days.
Wanda: Oh good! Although I can usually curl up anywhere
Beth: So, when Maurice gets here you guys can go on down to the party. I'll be back pretty late tonight so if you're not up I'll see you tomorrow.
Red: Sounds good!
Abby: Bye!
Wanda: Talk to you later!

[Erine81981]

Ok guys. I'm leaving right now. Cookie your staying with Ed and the Count and Maruice are staying with Beth and the fraggles. *see Bryan and the group* Hey Telly. Happy Birthday. I won't be here for your party. Sorry 'bout that. But your presents are in the room. *tells Maurice and Cookie to go get them* Cookie and Maurice will get them. Grover and Herry will be here after 5.

Cookie M: Here you go.

Just put them over on the common table.

Maurice: Here are the...whoa.....

*helps Maurice* There. Well I'll see ya'll guys later. Have a Wonderful Triangler Happy Birthday. Bye! *waves as I run out the door*

Cookie M: Bye!

Maurice: Bye Kyle!

[tvlistingman]

PETER: Hey!

ZOE: How do I look in my nice dress

PETER: You look very pretty, Zoe!!!, Isn't she nice Baby Bear

BABY BEAR: Whoa Zoe!, You look nice for a party

ZOE: Thank You Baby Bear and Peter!

LITTLE BIRD: And We got Telly's Present

PETER: Yes! and why don't we go to the party near the pool okay!!

[BEAR]

Bry: Bye, Kyle! Don't worry, we'll look after Grover and Herry for you.
Big Bird: But, Bryan, I don't think we have much room right now.
Bry: We'll manage.
Rosita: There's always room for friends.
Bry: That's right, Rosita. Welcome, everyone, to the party celebrating Telly and Zoe's birthdays. Help yourself to the food on the long table there and I think Ed will be starting up the barbecue soon.

[BEAR]

Bry: Hi, Peter! Hi, guys. Good to see you here. And there's the birthday girl, herself. Happy early birthday, Zoe.
Ernie: Early because her birthday isn't until tomorrow. Right, Bert?
Bert: That's what that means.

[The Count]

Hmmm, think I'll wait for that friend of mine to get here before posting the dorms birthday calendar. She's a fellow fanfic author, the one about Robin all grown up I think is her current tale.

Oh hey Bry... Um, I rully leave the grill work to you and/or Ryan... Or some of the other grownups around here in the dorms. But I did manage to bring some of my family's seven-layer salad, it's one of our favorites.
Count: And ve also brought a few presents for Telly and Zoe.
*Puts presents on the appropriate table.

Oh, be fright back, I have something baking in the oven for dessert.

[BEAR]

Bry: Okay, Ed. Thanks. I'll handle the BBQ for a while. What will everyone have?

[The Count]

Count: Mmm, think I'll have a 1-bone steak.
Don't you mean a T-bone steak?
Count: Not vhen the bones in the steak are shaped more like a number 1.
*Points to steak and bones.

Mmm, good point. So I guess the dorms are being brought to you by the letter T for Telly and the number 1.
Oh, just give me an order of ribs with some rings on the side Bry.
*Serves self big tumbler glass of lemon-lime soda, and a second tumbler of soda for his roomie.
Cookie: Me too late for party?
Nope, you're just on time.
CM: Oh good... Me put dessert platter down on table here.
*Sets platter down, trying to snatch a cookie or two, his fingers a bit nervous as he leaves without getting any.
Come on Cookie... You'll have your fill ater.
CM: Me guess. Hey Bryan, you cooking on da grill? Me take big beefy burger please.
*Serves another tumbler of soda for Cookie.

*To Bryan: He's with me till Kyle gets back, trying to keep him in line. Hope the guests of honor like the triangle cookies. There are some plum ones for Telly and some honey ones for Zoe.

[Muppet Newsgirl]

MN: (appearing from kitchen with coffee ice cream) All right, it's Friday! (parks on sofa) Tonight, no homework or job-related stuff or anything, all right? We're just going to sit back and be lazy.
Nora: I'm hip to that! Is there any butterscotch left?
MN: Yeah, plenty. And there's a new container of Doozer Stick Delight in there for you, Storyteller.
Storyteller: Yes, thank you!
MN: So what do you guys wanna do? Watch a movie, play some Clue, gossip or what?
Nora: I vote for a game of Clue later on.

[BEAR]

Bry: You got it, Ed. One order of ribs and rings for you and a beef burger for Cookie Monster.
Grover: Hello, Everybodiieeee!!!
Bry: Grover, you're here!
Herry: Yeah, we got off a little early for Telly and Zoe's party. Happy birthday, you guys.
Telly: Thanks.
Bry: Atleast more people have shown up, but it's a little slow.
Rosita: I know. What should we do?
Bry: We need more entertainment.
Ernie: Yeah, like a song or a game or something.
Bert: Hey, hey, I've got a great game to play!
Rosita: Really, Bert?
Ernie: What is it, Bert?
Bert: Okay, everybody! Gather around! This is so wild! Now, when I say pat your tummy, you pat your tummy. OK? Here we go...
(sung)
Oh, listen to the song that's humming in your ear
And you'll have more fun than you've had all year.
Just pat your tummy with a
Pat, pat, patty pat,
Patty, patty, pat, pat-poo!
(music stops)

(assorted confusion and disappointment)

Ernie: Uh, then what happens, Bert?
Bert: Uh, nothing happens, Ernie, and that's the game! Isn't it a spellbinder?
Oscar: Well, I thought it was dumb!!!
Prairie: I hate to say it, but I agree with Oscar.
Bry: Maybe if we made it more complicated it would be fun.
Bert: MORE complicated???
Bry: You know, just to make things a bit more interesting. Ed, if you wouldn't mind watching the grill for me... Now, everyone follow my lead.
Bert: Well, I really don't see how it could be more interesting than it is, but let's see what you got.
Bry: (whispers to Bert) Trust me.
(sung)
Oh, listen to the song that's humming in your ear
And you'll have more fun than you've had all year.
Just wiggle your fingers with a
Just Shake your legs with a
Shake, shake, shakey shake,
Shakey, shakey, shake, shake

Bry/Bert: Pat your tummy with a
Pat, pat, patty pat,
Patty, patty, pat, pat-poo!

Big Bird: Hey, that was fun!
Bry: Big Bird, you try the next one.
Big Bird: OK, listen to me!
(sung)
Oh, listen to the song that's humming in your ear
And you'll have more fun than you've had all year.
Just wiggle your fingers with a
Wiggle, wiggle, wiggle, wiggle,
Wiggle, wiggle, wiggle, wiggle

All: Shake your legs with a
Shake, shake, shakey shake,
Shakey, shakey, shake, shake
Pat your tummy with a
Pat, pat, patty pat,
Patty, patty, pat, pat-poo!

Prairie: Tee hee hee! That's funny. Can I give it a try?
Bry: Sure, Prairie! Go right ahead!
Prairie: OK....
(sung)
Oh, listen to the song that's humming in your ear
And you'll have more fun than you've had all year.
Just flap your arms with a
Flap, flap, flappy flap
Flappy, flappy, flap, flap

All: Wiggle your fingers with a
Wiggle, wiggle, wiggle wiggle,
Wiggle, wiggle, wiggle, wiggle
Shake your legs with a
Shake, shake, shakey shake,
Shakey, shakey, shake, shake
Pat your tummy with a
Pat, pat, patty, pat,
Patty, patty, pat, pat-poo!

Telly: Cool! Hey, can I do it?
Bry: It's your day!
Herry: Make way for the birthday boy!
Telly: (sings while on his pogostick)
Oh, listen to the song that's humming in your ear
And you'll have more fun than you've had all year.
Just boing around with a
boing, boing, boingy boing
Boingy boingy boing boing

All:
Flap your arms with a
Flap, flap, flappy flap
Flappy, flappy, flap, flap
Wiggle your fingers with a
Wiggle, wiggle, wiggle wiggle,
Wiggle, wiggle, wiggle, wiggle
Shake your legs with a
Shake, shake, shakey shake,
Shakey, shakey, shake, shake
Pat your tummy with a
Pat, pat, patty, pat,
Patty, patty, pat, pat-poo!

Ernie: Wow! OK, last verse!
Bry: Bring it home, Ernie!
Ernie:
(sings)
Oh, listen to the song that's humming in your ear
And you'll have more fun than you've had all year.
Just spin around with a
Spin, spin, spinny spin
Spinny, spinny, spin, spin

All: Boing around with a
Boing boing boingy boing
Boingy boingy boing boing
Flap your arms with a
Flap, flap, flappy flap
Flappy, flappy, flap, flap
Wiggle your fingers with a
Wiggle, wiggle, wiggle wiggle,
Wiggle, wiggle, wiggle, wiggle
Shake your legs with a
Shake, shake, shakey shake,
Shakey, shakey, shake, shake
Pat your tummy with a
Pat, pat, patty, pat,
Patty, patty, pat, pat-poo!

Grover: Oh, was that not festive and fun?!
Bert: You all just butchered a classic.

[BEAR]

Telly: Thanks for the party.
Bry: You're welcome, Telly. Hope you had fun with your friends. Was hoping more people would want to come.
Telly: That's okay. It was a good idea.
Big Bird: You still have some of these presents to open.
Telly: Yeah, I think I'll open them later though. I'm gonna watch some TV.
Bry: Okay. Then in a little while, I'm gonna get the others and we'll go to Everybody Eats.

[The Count]

Sorry not too many more friends showed up for the party... But they know about your birthday and wish you well Telly.
Hope you like the gifts we got you.
Cookie: Party over?
Yes Cookie... Come on, let's get back to our room.
Cookie: But...
Come on, I have your special batch of cookies cooling downstairs.
CM: Why you not say so?!? *Runs downstairs and gets comfy on the couch propped up for him to sleep on.
CM: Oh, me can hardly wait!
Heh... Count, can you please take this box of Belgian chocolate cookies to Catherine in Room #20?
Count: Yes my fiend.
Good, want to thank her for her help... And maybe get her on my side should I need help brainstorming for future fic additions.
*Heads downstairs to get a glass of milk and chocolate chip shell cookies for Cookie Monster.

[BEAR]

Bry: (On the phone with Dr. Teeth) Are you sure it's okay. You're not going anywhere? Oh I see...you haven't driven it since the seventies. You're kidding! Thanks, Doc! Bye! (hangs up) Okay, it's time to go out for dinner! I'm gonna go warm up the bus.
Ernie: Bus?
Bry: Oh, yeah. The Electric Mayhem bus. I asked Dr. Teeth if it was okay. I'll be right back. I'm leaving you incharge to round up the gang. (goes to warm up the bus)
Ernie: Okay. Role call! Let's see if we have everyone here. (reads off of list) Big Bird?
Big Bird: (Raises wing) Here!
Ernie: (looks up and nods; checks list again) Prairie Dawn?
Prairie: Here!
Ernie: Rosita?
Rosita: Aqui!
Ernie: Gracias!
Rosita: De nada.
Ernie: (laughing) Khekhekhe! Uuuh...Telly Monster?
Telly: Here!
Ernie: The man of the hour! (continues with list) Ol' buddy Bert?
Bert: (stiffly) Present.
Ernie: No, Bert. You don't get a present. It's Telly's birthday!
Bert: Ernie!
Ernie: *Snickers* Umm...Grover?
Grover: In the fur! Ah ha ha!
Ernie: Herry Monster?
Herry: Right here!
Ernie: Rubber Duckie?
Rubber Duckie: *Squeak*
Ernie: Check! Okay, I think that's it.
Bert: Ernie, did you really need to read us off a list? You know who we are.
Ernie: Just another nonesense prop, Bert.
Bry: Okay, the bus is all ready!
Herry: Are we still going to Everybody Eats?
Bry: Actually, I have changed my mind. This is a special day, so we will have a special dinner. We are going to Charlie's!
Bert: Fancy!
Bry: Uh oh...Grover, you don't have to work, do you?
Grover: Actually, no. I took the whole rest of the day off from all my jobs. This way, I can enjoy dinner with all of my friends.
Bry: Good.
Grover: Of course...I am the only waiter at Charlie's Resteraunt.
Bry: So if we went there, we wouldn't get any service?
Grover: Now that you mention it, that would be right. In fact, no one would! What a shame. And Friday nights are usually the busiest rush. Oh, all those poor hungry people!
Bry: *Sigh* Okay...back to plan A.
Herry: Everybody Eats?
Bry: Yep!
(Everyone goes to the bus)

[Muppet Newsgirl]

(occupants of Chez News are clustered around the kitchen table, over the Clue board)

(MN is Mrs. Peacock, Nora is Mrs. White and Storyteller is Miss Scarlet)

Storyteller: (rolling dice and moving piece) Billiard room. All right...Mr. Green, in the billiard room, with the poison.
MN: I've got Green and poison. (puts cards in middle of board) My turn. (rolls and moves) Professor Plum, in the dining room...with the hand grenade.
Nora: Whaaa?!
Storyteller: There's no hand grenade in the weapons stack! Let me see that.
MN: (cackling) Just kidding! Professor Plum, in the dining room with the candlestick.
Storyteller: Dining room and candlestick. (flips two cards out and puts them in the middle)
Nora: (sighs) I'm not doing so well tonight. (rolls and moves) Mrs. Peacock, in the study, with the knife.

[The Count]

*Overhearing goings-on...
Well, poison isn't one of the six Clue weapons either. Unless you gals have some sort of special edition with more ways to kill off Mr. Body...
Count: Ah, that reminds me... Uncle Deadly has the Halloveen wersion. Such frightful fun vhen ve play that one.

Oh and Bry... Pigno Monster might be waiting tables at Charlie's to cover for Grover taking the night off. So you could still head off to have dinner there, if you wanted. Course, there's also Everybody Eats or Friendly's...
Your call buddy.

[The Count]

Well... Just posted what I hope to be the start of my long-running one-shot fanfic episodes. Maybe some of the guys here who are seasoned writers will look it over and help with the brainstorming for all the assorted spooks that'll show up.
OK, I'm headed off to sleep. You guys OK?
Count: Yes, and hopefully I'll bea ble to help as I count all those vonderful spooks in my mind vhile going to sleep.
Cookie, from the couch: Thank you for me cookies Ed... They delicious.
Good, now sleep tight you two.

[theprawncracker]

Me: *quietly leaves a package on Bryan's door* *whispering* Here's Telly's present, a puzzle with entirely triangle shaped pieces. *moves on to Peter's door* And here's Zoe's gift, a ballet video. Hope she likes it. *goes into my room* Night all...

[Muppet Newsgirl]

*Overhearing goings-on...
Well, poison isn't one of the six Clue weapons either. Unless you gals have some sort of special edition with more ways to kill off Mr. Body...
Count: Ah, that reminds me... Uncle Deadly has the Halloveen wersion. Such frightful fun vhen ve play that one.

Oh and Bry... Pigno Monster might be waiting tables at Charlie's to cover for Grover taking the night off. So you could still head off to have dinner there, if you wanted. Course, there's also Everybody Eats or Friendly's...
Your call buddy.

In Clue: Master Detective, poison is one of the new weapons. There are also at least four new suspects (Sgt. Gray, Mme Rose, Miss Peach and M. Brun) and several new rooms. In some international versions of the game, the possible murder rooms include a bedroom and a bathroom.

Results of last night's game:

MN: I got it. Col. Mustard, in the kitchen, with the noose. (takes cards out of case file and shows them off)
Nora: (sigh) And I thought Gray looked awfully shifty.
Storyteller: But don't you think Plum and Peach make quite a pair?
(chorus of groans all around)

[The Count]

Oh OK... Thanks for the info Erin. Well, looks like I'll be reading up for my classes soon.
Good thing I sent the Count and Cookie Monster off to have lunch by themselves.
*Gets own lunch and chows down before getting ready to read.

[TogetherAgain]

Lisa: <bursting into room 24> I PAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAASSED! <dances around with driver's license> I passed I passed I passed I passed and I bought myself Kermit's biography to celebrate and YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY! And I PASSED and I... still have lots of work to do... <sighs and sits down with backpack.>
Rowlf: So much for celebrating.
Robin: Congratulations, Lisa!
Lisa: Thanks!
Chef:Cungretooleshuns, und heppy seffe-a creshy-free-a dreefing. I'll meke-a sumetheeng tu celebrete-a!
Lisa: Oh, thanks!
Rowlf: ...Um... And I'll go buy some Tums to compensate for whatever he's making to celebrate.
Lisa: <Giggles> You do that. I've got homework...
Robin: Lisa? Can I borrow the book while you do homework? Uncle Kermit said he talks about me some.
Lisa: Of course, Robin.
Robin: Oh boy! <Takes book> Thank you!

[redBoobergurl]

Beth: Hey guys, how was the party?
Red: It was fun!
Abby: I had fun dancing with my friends!
Maurice: I think everyone had a good time
Beth: That's good. How did you sleep Maurice?
Maurice: Good! Your mattress is really comfortable
Beth: That's good. Hey Red, don't you and Abby need to go get ready for the game?
Red: Yep! Come on Abby, let's go!
Abby: Oh boy!
Wanda: We should get our voices warmed up too Beth
Beth: Yes we should. Maurice, do you have someone to sit with at the game?
Maurice: I'm sure I'll find some of my monster buddies
Beth: All right, let's go!

[The Count]

Heh... You do know that's only a learner's permit you got Lisa? The real license doesn't get sent to you till two years from when you pass the initial test I think.
Oh well... Congratulations on acing the driving test anyway... I'm sure now you can drive over to bug Nyssa to post more of her sign-on fic and down to where Ryan lives and pelt him with penguins in person for more commentary.

Hmmm *Plopping head down on hands watching the raindrops fall... Just not sure, maybe I'll develop that for my own personal amusement and let the fanfic writting to everybody else.

[TogetherAgain]

Lisa: No, Ed, I've had my permit since... well, almost two years ago. This is the real deal! See? <Pulls out license> It's got my picture, and my name, and my height, and my birthday, and my weight, and- Okay, so that's not my EXACT weight, but... <looks around> I have homework I should be doing! Um, see ya!

[The Count]

Oh... Your real one then? Hmmm, wonder if that's a photo of you that does you justice. Well, at least you can drive down to nag your friends in person for updates to their stories.

[Leyla]

<Leyla is humming cheerfully, zipping around the kitchen industriously>
<Hilda enters>

Hilda: Oh! Guess what I just heard! Toga passed her driver's test!

Leyla: Oh, that's wonderful! I knew she would!

Jimmy <who has been trying to get his fingers into the bowl for some time now>: How did you know?

Leyla: <frowning at him>: Well, I guess I didn't know for sure... but I had faith! It's a good thing, having faith in your friends... you should try it sometime. And get out of that batter or I'll smack you with this mixing spoon.

<she raises the spoon threateningly and Jimmy redirects his efforts into licking the icing off a car shaped cake>

Jimmy: Ooh, this looks good...

Leyla: Out of my kitchen, get! Get! <She shoos him out> Oy... he's such a handful. Hilda, come take a look at this cake I made for Lisa. Do you think she'll like it?

Hilda: Oh, of course! <peers closer> Is that-?

Leyla: <proudly> Yup! Fozzie's driving, Kermit's got his banjo, and look... I've even got a little sugar Robin peeking out from the glove compartment. It's a good thing I made it a convertible instead of a studebaker.

Hilda: Oh, it looks too good to eat!

Jimmy <outside the kitchen>: Speak for yerself, woman!

Leyla: Thanks. Listen... will you stand guard over this batter while I drop the cake off to Lisa? I'll leave you the spoon.

Hilda: Of course, dear, but what's the other batter for?

Leyla: Oh, I'm stirring up another cake for Ryan. He had a rough night last night and I wanted to cheer him a bit. I haven't decided how I'll decorate it yet. I'm thinking something sort of weird looking, in honour of his roommates, with "It's not easy being a teen" in green letters.

Hilda: I see. And...uh...will you being delivering that to him personally as well?

Leyla:<grins> Well now, I was thinking I'd be too busy doing the dishes. Maybe you wouldn't mind bringing it down to him?

Hilda: Well... well, if it would help you out, I guess I could do that... as a favour, of course.

Leyla: Of course! <shakes head> Boy, Kermit is contagious...

Hilda: Pardon?

Leyla <sweetly>: Oh, nothing... here, take the spoon, and don't be afraid to use it.

Hilda: <very sweetly> Oh, not at all.

Jimmy <anxiously>: Um... I'm... just gonna do a littly tidying up out here if you don't mind.

<Leyla and Hilda exchange amused glances>

[BEAR]

Bry: I guess Telly was so tired from his birthday dinner last night that he fell asleep without opening any of his presents.
Big Bird: (laughs) Well, he can always do that today or anytime.
Bert: I just hope he will like what I got him.
Ernie: (in uniform) Okay, time to go to the bus for the game! Come on, guys!
Telly: (coming out in his uniform) Coming!
Herry: (in uniform) Right behind ya, Ernie!
Rosita: Prairie, we better get going to.
Prairie: Yeah. Oops! I forgot my pom-poms. (runs into other room and gets them) Okay, I'm ready.
Grover: I am coming too!
Bry: Grover, you're not on the team.
Grover: I know I am not on the team, but I am selling hotdogs during the game. I get to wear a cute little outfit.
Bry: Okay, well if we get hungry, we'll look for ya. Bert, Big Bird, you riding with me?
Big Bird: Yeah.
Bert: Okay.

[BEAR]

Bry: (going by Lisa's room) Hey, Lisa! Congrats on getting your licence. If you ever need to barrow a car...
Bert: Umm, Bryan? She just got her licence.
Bry: Oh, umm...if you ever need to barrow a car...take Kyle's. Bye!

[tvlistingman]

PETER: Hi! Got Back

BABY BEAR: Where have you been, Peter?

PETER: I got up at 4:15am this morning to go to a special Jewish Church Service

BABY BEAR: That is Early

LITTLE BIRD: Zoe and Me and Baby Bear and You had a great time at the party, It's time to go to the bus for the football game, Zoe's with the cheerleaders

PETER: Here we go team, Here we Go!

[BEAR]

(at football game)
Ernie: (fumbles the ball and falls)

Bert: (from stands) ERNIE ARE YOU OKAY?!
Ernie: I'm fine, Bert!
Bert: JUST CHECKING!
Bry: You really care a lot, don't you.
Bert: It's hard to watch such a brutal game. I don't want to see anyone get hurt. Especially my best friend.
Bry: I hear ya.
Big Bird: (coming back to his seat) It's a good thing they have all that padding though.
Bry: Oh, hey, Big Bird. Did you get us some hotdogs?
Big Bird: No, Grover said he was out of hotdogs and had to go get more. For some reason there is a fat blue bald guy watching Grover's hotdog stand.
Bry: Hmm.

[JaniceFerSure]

Diana: Saturday is a great day to catch up on the chores.I baked us brownies this morning,did the laundry,and cleaned up around the room.I think a pizza for dinner would be a good idea.

Floyd: Sounds good to me,no arguments here.

Janice: Oh wow,we can get pepperoni,and ground beef.

Diana: How about half meat-lovers,half the way you want it Janice?

Zoot: How about me and Dr. Teeth? Not into all meat tonight.How about half veggie,half meat-lovers?Is that ok Janice?

Janice: It's ok,like rully.

Diana: I'll order the pizza now.

[ReneeLouvier]

Sara: *Walks over to Lisa's room, smirking* Congrats Lisa! You finally got your licence! Way to go!

Scooter: You still have a permit, you know. *grins evilly at Sara*

Sara: I'm waiting till I get my own car, Mr. Snarky. Which should be in a couple of weeks actually! Keith got it painted last week, and he's fixing the windshield as well.

Scooter: Oh. If you say so....well, congratulations Lisa! You'll be tearing up the road in no time!

Sara: Yep. You can finally steal the EM's bus and drive it cross-country for real now!! *laughs insanely as she saunters back to her room*

Scooter: What do you mean by that? What...like you'd help her steal it?

Sara: What?! No....I'd help her drive it! Tandem-driving!! She takes the daytime, I take the night!

Scooter: Oh no...two insane women...plotting.

Sara: Actually just one slightly insane woman plotting, with a very sweet insane one listening. Get it right. *grins evilly at him*

(btw...wound's healed! Expect more story on Monday, around 11am or so!!)

[The Count]

Good to hear that Sara. BTW: Anybody seen/heard from Catherine lately? Guess I'm in need of some fanfic, especially Kermie's Girl or Something Worth Waiting For to get hopelessly lost in.

Seems I keep waffling and wemblin'... *Goes to Room #1.
*Cookie's at the game, he's part of the team... *And the Count's there with Bryan and his friends, he managed to hitch a ride before they left.

[BEAR]

Muppet Dorms were brought to you today by the number 3 and the letter Z. Happy birthday, Zoe!

[theprawncracker]

Me: *waking up and walking out into kitchen* Hey guys...How ya doing?
UD: Ah, hello Ryan! Long time no see!
Me: Heh, it's only been a day Uncle D.
Gonzo: Yeah, well we miss you!
Me: I know I know, I've just been really busy with homecoming for school. But after cleanup today it's all over.
Clifford: Cool, did ya have a good time though?
Me: Yeah, I've ahd better. But I guess when you spend from 8am-5pm at school on a Saturday decorating for a dance you tend to get a bit tired of being there altogether.
UD: Then you spent, what? 13 hours at your school yesterday?
Me: Uh-huh. 8-5 then 8-11 that night...Sheesh, you had to remind me.
Camilla: Bagawk!
Me: Oh yeah, we can go to dinner tonight. I've got a bit of homework to finish first, but sure, after that we can go.

[RedDragon]

Nyz: <laying on the grass, looking at the cloud painted ceiling> *sigh*

Mokey: Is everything ok?

Nyz: *sigh* Yeah....

Mokey: Are you sure?

Nyz: yeah... *sigh*

[BEAR]

Telly: Wow! I got some great things for my birthday! There's a triangle puzzle from Ryan, a triangle frisbee from Peter, and a boinging counter for my pogostick from Christy...
Bry: You mean other than the one the lives downstairs?
Big Bird: Haha!
Telly: There's some great things from Kyle...And I love what you and Big Bird got me, Bryan. The complete first--
Big Bird: --and only--
Telly: --season of Triangle-Bob Triangle Pants on DVD!
Bry: I thought you'd like it.
Rosita: Did you like the present from me and Prairie, Telly?
Telly: Oh yes, it's such a beautiful scarf.
Rosita: We made it ourselves.
Bry: You did?
Prairie: My mother taught me how to do a little crocheting once and I just tried it out.


(Bert and Ernie are walking into the room from the hall, they just went shopping)
Ernie: I hope Telly likes what I got him.
Bert: Yeah, but you know...I think I really got Telly something he'd like.
Ernie: Oh yeah? What did you get him, Bert?
Bert: Argyle socks!
Ernie: Uuh...Bert, I hate to break it to ya, but nobody likes argyle socks as much as you. Besides, Telly doesn't wear socks. He doesn't even wear shoes!
Bert: Well, we'll just see. I'll bet he likes my gift just as much as yours. Maybe more.
Ernie: Okay, Bert...
(walking into room)
Ernie: Hey, Telly! I know these are a little late, but we got you some birthday presents.
Telly: Oh boy! I wonder what they are.
Ernie: Open mine first.
Telly: Okay...(opens the present from Ernie)...drumsticks and a mini drum!
Ernie: Yeah, you like it!
Telly: How fun! Thanks, Ernie!
Ernie: You're welcome, Telly.
Bert: Open mine now!
Telly: Okay, thanks, Bert!...Argyle socks!!
Bert: Yeah!
Telly: I don't really wear socks, but...Wow, look at all the triangles in the argyle pattern! This is one of the best gifts I've gotten. Thanks, Bert.
Bert: You're welcome!! (laughs)
Ernie: You mean, you like Bert's socks more than my mini drum?
Telly: I like all my gifts. They all have such thought and love behind them. What nice friends. Where are Grover and Herry?
Bry: They had to go to work today.
Telly: Oh, they built me a big pyramid out of blocks for my birthday. See?
Bry: Very nice!
Telly: Yeah, be careful not to knock it over. They spent a long time on it. And several trials.
Bert: What's that smell?
Telly: Oh that's my gift from Oscar.
Bry: Oscar?
Telly: Yeah, it's an old stale slice of pizza wrapped in wet newspaper.
Prairie: Pew!
Bry: I guess even Grouches can wish someone a happy birthday in their own way.
Oscar: (sticks head in doorway) Hey! That's rotten birthday...I never sent anything saying happy!

[theprawncracker]

*returning from dinner with the gang*
Me: That was a good dinner guys. Thanks for coming with me.
Gonzo: Anytime Ry.
Clifford: Yeah dude, whenever we can get a free meal, we leap at the chance.
Me: Sheesh...Anyway, I think I'm gonna put in a movie and enjoy some popcorn. Anyone care to join me?
Uncle Deadly: Ah, you know I would love that Ryan my fiend.
Camilla: Bawk bagawk byuck?
Me: Sorry Camilla. We don't have Chicken Little. I was thinking Fraggle Rock. Whadaya say?
Gonzo: Sounds good to me!

[tvlistingman]

PETER: Boy that was some party we had last night

ZOE: I got a lot of gifts, a new tutu from you, Baby Bear and Little Bird, Elmo gave me some ballet slippers, Cookie, Grover, Herry and Maurice gave me a ballet video

BABY BEAR: Wowie Kazowie, a lot of gifts!

LITTLE BIRD: I hope you had fun

ZOE: Thank You, Peter and Gang

ALL: You're welcome (Hug)

[Muppet Newsgirl]

MN: Finally, October's here. The weather's going to start getting colder, the leaves are going to turn, the nights are going to get longer...
Storyteller: You've never been a warm-weather person, have you?
MN: No, I've never been one for humidity...plus, everyone in here has a birthday in the fall and winter.
Nora: Right. Erin and I are both in November, and you're in February...but we've got lots of time to plan for that.
Storyteller: Yeah. In the meantime, we've got to break out the sweaters, grab a few pumpkins from the patch outside of town...figure out how best to scare people on the 31st...
MN: Oh, Don Sahlin can give us LOTS of pointers on that. And I think Dave and Richard will have a few ideas up their sleeves as well.
Storyteller: And you two need to get through midterms...
Nora: Oh, no, don't remind us.

[The Count]

Did I hear someone mention my favorite time of year?
Count: Ah, how do I love October and all the frights it brings... Let me count the vays!
No, you'll have time enough for that over in the fanfic I'm writing.
Count: You actually started that up again?
Yes, but now I have a better angle to exploit... And I think you'll have much more fun there.

But remember we'll be decorating the dorms for Halloween like we do every year. Let's see... We dressed up in costumes and had a scavenger hunt the first year...
Count: And then you got all the vonderful Halloween carniwal attractions last year.
Yeah... So what do we do this year?
Count: Not sure, maybe our fiends vill have some suggestions. Eh, I bet you're fright.
We can make an announcement tomorrow if need be. Check you guy slater though, have some stories to read up on.

[BEAR]

Bry: (steps out into the hall and drops a wrapped box containing the Dance Dance Revolution game for Zoe by room 27)

[The Count]

Hmmm, wonder if Telly and Zoe found our gifts.
What's that Fatatatita? Oh, well... We got Telly a triangular case for his musical triangle, with a zipper that goes all the way around the triangle itself. And we got Zoe a Fragglish stone necklace. Guess I'll just mosy on down and get some breakfast. Hope Kathy gets better soon. You sure miss playing with Gaffer don't you...
*Fatatatita purrs agreeingly.
Don't worry, she'll be back soon.

[redBoobergurl]

Red: So Beth's been so busy lately, I feel kind of bad for her
Wanda: I know she was hardly around this weekend and now she's so busy with work
Abby: We should do something nice for her!
Red: Well, we could make her dinner tonight
Wanda: That's a great idea!
Abby: How about pumpkin stew!?
Wanda: Well, I'm sure you'd be able to make a pretty good one, but how about we find a recipe that everyone will like
Abby: Ok!
*they start pouring over cookbooks*

[The Count]

Huh? And just what are they pouring over the cookbooks? Better not be any of that boisenberry filling. That'll just ruin the book.

[Katzi428]

walking into Room 6 Whew!I'm SO glad I'm feeling better. Now...to call Bryan's room & tell him he can send Prairie. Rosita & Gaffer back.
phone rings & the answering machine*grumble* I hate answering machines...oh well.
At the beep:Hiya Bryan & everybody...it's Kathy.I'm back at the dorms.So Prairie,Rosita & Gaffer,you 3 can come back when you get a chance. Bye!:)

[The Count]

Good to have mew back home where you belong Kath. Think Bry's out at the moment, you might want to check down at the Hooper's Store here in town.

[Katzi428]

Good to have mew back home where you belong Kath. Think Bry's out at the moment, you might want to check down at the Hooper's Store here in town.
Thank mew Ed...I'll go check.I want to go get a sandwich anyway.

[Java]

<Sprocket walks into room and flops onto his be with a very loud sigh. Brian (TSD) follows behind and does the same.>

Melissa: Glad to be back in more familiar suroundings boys?
Brian (TSD): Yes, but why did it have to be so early in the morning?
Melissa: I have to go to work.
Brian (TSD): Finally, moments of peace will ensue.
Melissa: You two had better go to class.
Brian (TSD): Details, details. Besides <looks over at Sprocket who has started to snore> who says I won't follow suite.
Melissa: Go to class, I'll see you all tonight when I get home.

[BEAR]

(Gaffer jumps into the room through the window)
Bry: Gaffer, what are you doing here?
Gaffer: Meow.
Bry: Don't you know Kathy's back?
Gaffer: Meow?
Bry: Yeah, I sent Rosita and Prairie back downstairs hours ago. Come on. (picks up Gaffer and sets her down in the hallway) Go along.
Gaffer: (excitedly) Puurrr...Meow!
Bry: Good kitty. Well, now that the girls are back with Kathy, Telly can sleep in his own bed. As for mine, it's being shared by Herry and Grover. So, I'm gonna be on the couch again tonight. (lays down on the couch gazing at the sky out the big window) Wow, look at that beautiful sky. It's so clear tonight.
Ernie: (comes in wearing his pajamas) Hi, Bryan!
Bry: Hi, Ernie! You still up?
Ernie: Yeah, I was just noticing how bright and big the moon looks tonight. I came out here to the other room to get a better look.
Bry: You know, I was just admiring the sky myself.
Ernie: Really?
Bry: Yep.
Ernie: Wouldn't it be wonderful if we could go up there and visit the moon?

Well, I'd like to visit the moon
On a rocket ship high in the air
Yes, I'd like to visit the moon
But I don't think I'd like to live there
Though I'd like to look down at the earth from above
I would miss all the places and people I love
So although I might like it for one afternoon
I don't want to live on the moon

Bry: I'd like to travel under the sea
I could meet all the fish everywhere
Yes, I'd travel under the sea
But I don't think I'd like to live there
I might stay for a day there if I had my wish
But there's not much to do when your friends are all fish
And an oyster and clam aren't real family
So I don't want to live in the sea
Ernie: I'd like to visit the jungle, hear the lions roar
Bry: Go back in time and meet a dinosaur
Ernie: There's so many strange places I'd like to be
But none of them permanently

Ernie: So if I should visit the moon
Well, I'll dance on a moonbeam and then
I will make a wish on a star
And I'll wish I was home once again
Though I'd like to look down at the earth from above
I would miss all the places and people I love
So although I may go I'll be coming home soon
'Cause I don't want to live on the moon
No, I don't want to live on the moon

Bry: I actually have talked to the moon, Ernie.
Ernie: What? You've talked to the moon?
Bry: Yeah, her name is Luna. I'll have to introduce you sometime.
Ernie: It would be lovely to visit. Well...*yawn* Goodnight.
Bry: Goodnight, Ernie. Sweet dreams.

[The Count]

Hey guys... I'll be in the shower getting ready to leave for campus. Count, you and Cookie watch the dorms while I'm gone.
Cookie: No problem, me watch dorms while watching cookies.
Count: Certainly my fiend.
OK... And if you behave yourself Cookie, there might be a surprise tonight.
Cookie: You mean me might get cookies?
That or something better.
Cookie: What better than cookies?
Not saying, that'd ruin the surprise.
Cookie: But you say it be cookies.
I said it might.
Cookie: Oh boy!
Count, aside: Don't vorry, I'll make sure he doesn't get out of hand.
Good... Oh, and I'll probably post the birthday calendar tomorrow, since October's just chock-full with 'em.

[BEAR]

Grover: I wonder when Ed is going to have the Dorms decorated for Halloween.
Herry: Last year was so cool.
Bry: Yeah. Hey, we should start thinking about what we're gonna dress up as this year.
Big Bird: Hey, do you think Kyle will do our pictures again this time?
Grover: I do not know, Birdie, but I will be sure to ask him when he gets home.
Bry: Grover, Herry? Do you have to work today?
Herry: No, we have the day off.
Grover: Hmm...I wonder what I, Grover, shall do today...I know! I will go to the reading room and read a story!
Telly: Hey, that sounds like fun! Can I come?
Grover: Of course you can!
Herry: Me too!
Telly: Last one there's a rotten triangle!
(The Monsters run off)
Bry: Have fun, guys!

[redBoobergurl]

*Maurice and Abby are playing Candy Land*
Maurice: You're quite good at this game Abby
Abby: I play it with my mom and dad sometimes. It's pretty fun
*Beth comes home*
Beth: Hey guys! How's it going?
Maurice: Abby is beating me at Candy Land
Beth: Yep, she's good at that one! Where's Red and Wanda?
Abby: Red is cleaning the pool
Maurice: I don't know where Wanda is
Beth: That's ok. What do you guys want for dinner?
Maurice: How about Mac and Cheese?
Beth: Sounds good

[BEAR]

Bry: It sure was nice having Rosita stay with us last week.
Big Bird: Oh yeah. It's always good to see her. I miss having her around sometimes.
Bry: Rosita is such a warm and spirited monster and I think she's a great roomie for Kathy. She really needs that right now. They all seem to really enjoy each other.
Big Bird: Yeah. Bryan? It's kind of cold outside. Is it okay if we stay in and watch a movie on TV?
Bry: Sure!

[The Count]

Count: Hello Bryan... The dorms vill probably get their Halloveen decorations on the veekend.

There's something Ed vanted to ask you, he'll send you a message when he gets back home.

[BEAR]

Bry: Thanks, Count! By the way, I just watched Don't Eat the Pictures and was sad that you weren't onscreen more. You just don't get the recognition you deserve, my caped counting friend. Anyhow...Well, whatever Ed needs, I'll be around...

[theprawncracker]

Me: Ah, you know what I love about today, the third of October?
Clifford: It's a Tuesday?
Me: Uh, no.
Uncle Deadly: It's exactly twenty days until your birthday?
Me: Heh, but who's counting? I mean besides The Count that is. But, uh, no that's not it either.
Gonzo: Is it because today is national Log Appreciation Day?
Me: ...Definitely not.
Camilla: Bagawk? Bawk buck byuck bawk bawk?
Me: Yes! That's exactly it!
Clifford: What? What's exactly what?
Me: What's exactly what? So you're saying if what equals what, then what has to also equal what?
Clifford: What?
Me: Sorry, I've got geometry on the brain.
Gonzo: Doesn't that hurt?
Me: Well, yes but-Oh, nevermind!
Uncle Deadly: I thought it was geometry mind.
Me: *smirks* Anyway, the point I was trying to get across was-
Gonzo: Point A intersecting at point C with point B?
Me: Enough with the geometry puns already! I don't have any homework! Can we keep my mind somewhat empty?!
Clifford: How is that different from any other day?
Me: Sheesh...Gonzo, come on, we're gonna go do commentary.

[BEAR]

Grover: (In the reading room with a story) Oh, hello, Ryan! What a nice day for a story, is it not? You know what else I love about today?
Telly: What?...

[tvlistingman]

PETER: So why don't we try your new Dance Dance Revolution game that Bryan gave you for you birthday, Zoe!

ZOE: This is going to be fun!!!

LITTLE BIRD: I can try

BABY BEAR: I hope this game is good!

[Java]

So guys, what I'd miss?

Sprocket: Ruff, arruff ruff grrr grrowl ruff.

Okay, anything else exciting?

Brian (TSD): Not really, that covers it. Why don't you go down to the reading room and catch up.

I think I will. Are you coming?

Brian (TSD): Are the stories any good?

You have no idea how good they are. Let's go.

[The Count]

And you have no idea how long we've been waiting for an update to The Great Desire, Melissa.

Count: Thank you Bryan... But at least I had my time in the spotlight during Follow That Bird!
Hey guys... Good dinner huh? Got us some sandwiches from the Rock & Roll Deli on Chris Cerf Street.
Cookie: You want cookie?
No thanks.
Cookie: Ooh, more for me!
Count: Get back here you tricky Cookie Monster!
*Chases after.
Yeah... Remember, I have that surprise for you.
Cookie, stopping: What you got Ed?
Well, lemme get things ready...

*Puts cookies away in fridge, and pulls out...
Cookie: *Gasp, that for me?!?
Yep. There's a piece for each of us. A dessert we happen to like, picked it up at Mike's Bakery on Monday when shopping for groceries.
Cookie: What this cake called?
Count: Vhat else? Devil'sfood cake!
Yes... Chocolate cake with chocolate icing and these little chocolate chippy shells in the mix as well.
Cookie: This remind me of that kid who got chocolate cookie all over mouth.
Heh, yeah, I remember that one too... Funny stuff.
Come on, let's have our dessert and then brush our teeth before getting ready for bed.

[The Count]

*After Cookie and Count are fast asleep.

Hmmm, now what monster could I make Piggy into? I mean, I have the Creature from the Black Lagoon based on Kermit and the Ogre based on Fozzie. Guess I'll have to go through my monster roster to find a suitable candidate. Wonder if Ru'd have any suggestions. Think I'll give her a quick call, just to see if she's in at the moment.

*Finishes call. Well, at least she knows. Oh, the dorms were brought to you by the letter C and by the number 3.

[BEAR]

Bert: Hmm...thought Ed would have posted the calendar today like he said.
Bry: Speaking of calendars... I am afraid I'm going to have to go out of town this week.
Telly: When?
Bry: Well, I'm leaving tomorrow and will be back on Saturday.
Herry: Where are you goin'?
Bry: San Francisco. I'm visitting a friend up there. So, until I get back you guys can go hang out with some of our friends here at the Dorms.
Grover: Even Herry and I? What is to become of us?
Bry: Right...well, I guess I will have to ask someone else to look after you until Kyle comes back. The Cookie Monster is staying with Ed, so maybe you two would like to join them.
Herry: Sounds good to me. How 'bout you, Grover?
Grover: I suppose that will do.
Bry: Good! Now let's see...what to do with the rest of you...
Bert: Well, I think Ernie and I are capable of staying here in the room alone without supervision.
Bry: That is true, Bert. You are very responsible.
Ernie: Oh, come on, Bert! Why not stay somewhere else for a change. It'll be like a mini vacation. Bryan's going on one, so why don't we?
Bry: He also has an excellent point.
Bert: Oh...alright, Ernie. Who are we going to stay with?
Ernie: Well, I always thought it would be fun to stay in Ryan's room. You know? With Gonzo and Clifford and those guys.
Bert: Okay.
Telly: I want to stay with Kyle!
Bry: Telly, Kyle isn't here right now.
Grover: Yes, why do you think we are here?
Telly: Oh yeah! I forgot.
Big Bird: Hey, maybe Beth will take care of us, Telly. And it would be fun to play with Abby again.
Telly: Nah, she's always busy now.
Big Bird: Ya never know unless you ask. It's either that or maybe Kathy.
Bry: Kathy's been sick though and I wouldn't want to put that pressure on her right now. She needs to be able to relax. (Aside to Big Bird) And I don't think she is quite ready for Telly's antics yet.
Big Bird: So...Beth?
Bry: Yeah, Big Bird. You and Telly will go with Beth. Let me just make those calls now. (calls up Ed, Ryan and Beth)
Big Bird: Yay! We'll get to see Abby again! Hey, I wonder if she's learned any other tricks.
Oscar: She might end up turning your hamster into a pumpkin, Telly.
Telly: Not Chucky Sue!
Bry: Oscar!
Oscar: Hehehehe!

[The Count]

*Gets bat-phone. Hello commissioner? Oh sorry Bry, wrong bat-phone.
Sure... Grover and Herry would be welcome down here till either you or Kyle get back.
Cookie, overhearing: Ooh... Me friends coming to stay with us?
Count: Ah ha! That'll be 3, 3 merry monsters!

The calendar'll be posted a little later today. Was waiting for the new day (new page) to start. That, plus there's another fanfic author who might be joining us, she still hasn't picked out a Muppet roommate though.
Hope that's OK, have a good day. Oh, did you find the thread I sent you? Reason I was asking about that first building after Big Bird's nest from the Around the Corner set is to know if I could get away with calling it 4-5-6 Sesame Street and have Monty in my own S7 scheme, or if it'd be inaccurate to do so call it the SS Schoolhouse and have Herbert Birdsfoot in that S7 spot instead.
Hope to talk to you before you leave, have a good day buddy.

[theprawncracker]

Me: *leaving for school* Hey Bry, I'd be glad to take Ernie and Bert in! I'm sure the others wouldn't mind either. Just send them on over and I'll be home after school.

[redBoobergurl]

Beth *on the phone with Bryan*: Of course Big Bird and Telly can stay with us! The more the merrier! Send them on down!
Abby: Big Bird and Telly are coming?! I'm so excited!
Maurice: Me too, it will be nice to have another monster here until I go back to Kyle's
Red: This should be fun, I like those guys
Wanda: I don't know if I've met them, but I've seen Big Bird alot
Beth: Yep, hard to miss him. All right, Abby you and Telly can share your bed, I'm thinking we'll let Big Bird kind of set up his nest in the corner over there and we'll be all settled
Red: When are they coming?
Beth: I think Bryan's leaving today
Abby: So they should be here soon!

[The Count]

Hello from the dorms management team. Exciting times face us now that we're in the spooky month of October. There'll be a meeting on Friday to go over ideas for this year's Halloween festivities, hope to see most if not all of the dorms committee members there, and whatever other residents would like to be part of the meeting.
More to the matter at hand... Here's the dorms' birthday calendar, you can copy down all of the dates and keep a calendar of your own handy at your convenience.

Dorms B-Day Calendar.
Boober Fraggle January 10.
Gobo Fraggle: January 10.
Mokey Fraggle: January 10.
Red Fraggle: January 10.
Sprocket the Dog: January 10.
Wembley Fraggle: January 10.
Rubber Duckie: January 13.
Hilda: January 24.
Uncle Deadly: January 27.
Ernie: January 28.
Gillis Fraggle: January 30.
The Storyteller's Dog: January 31.
Elmo: February 3.
Gaffer: February 14.
Christy: February 14.
Maurice Monster: February 19.
The Storyteller Fraggle: February 28.
Kendra: March 2.
Miss Piggy: March 5.
Catherine: March 5.
Bobo the Bear Guard: March 8.
Clifford: March 15.
The Swedish Chef: March 19.
Big Bird: March 20.
Melissa: March 20.
The Beast: March 25.
Bean Bunny: March 26.
Lisa: March 30.
Diana: April 1.
Gonzo the Great: April 4.
Lou Fraggle: April 4.
Kate: April 5.
Peter: April 12.
Wanda: April 18.
Beauregard: April 20.
Rosita: April 21.
Kathy: April 28.
Kim: May 1.
Kermit The Frog: May 9.
Baby Bear: May 12.
Layla: May 18.
Oscar The Grouch: June 1.
Tosh Fraggle: June 4.
Nyssa: June 24.
Ludo: June 27.
Floyd Pepper: July 10.
Camilla the Chicken: July 13.
Zoot: July 16.
Bert: July 26.
Wanda the Cat: August 1.
Prairie Dawn: August 3.
Sara: August 6.
Abby Cadaby: August 14.
Janice: August 16.
Kyle: August 19.
Fozzie Bear: August 20.
Herry Monster: August 31.
Scooter: September 15.
Skeeter: September 15.
Rocco, Zoe's Rock: September 20.
Dr. Teeth: September 24.
Rowlf The Dog: September 24.
Telly Monster: September 29.
Zoe: September 30.
Allyssa: October 5.
The Count von Count: October 9.
Robot Kermit: October 11.
Grover Monster: October 14.
The Jabberwock: October 18.
Ryan: October 23.
Betty Lou: October 24.
Robin the Frog: October 25.
Cookie Monster: November 2.
Erin: November 5.
Bo: November 15.
Nora: November 24.
Beth: November 25.
The Jim Henson Farmer: November 29.
Bryan: December 8.
Sadie Grosse: December 12.
Emmett Otter: December 15.
Little Bird: December 17.
Eduardo: December 20.

[The Count]

Hmmm... Wonder if Bry got my message. Just need a bit of help with that building from Around the Corner, and who'd be better for a potential S7 scheme: Herbert Birdsfoot or Monty. Guess it depends on what that building ends up being.
Oh well, I'm sure some of my other friends here in the dorms knowledgeable on the subject will contact me regarding the matter.

Well, it's off to the bat-room, gotta take another shower. No, not cause one was missing.
Count and Cookie, I trust you guys will be OK on your own.
Cookie: Me go to library and read up on recipes.
Count: Or fanfics.
Cookie: Ooh, me like those too!
Good, will be back later tonight. Please let me know if Grover and Herry show up down here after they get back from work.
Count: Vill do.

[BEAR]

Bry: Well, guys, I'll see you soon!
Big Bird: Don't forget to call.
Bert: Don't forget to dress warmly. I heard it's cold up there.
Grover: Don't forget to breathe!
Everyone else: In and Out!
Grover: Hmmm...they are catching on to me.
Ernie: (laughs) Khekhekhe!
Herry: Group hug!
(Everyone gets in a group hug before going their own ways--Telly and Big Bird downstairs to Beth, Grover and Herry downstairs to Ed, and Bert and Ernie down the hall to Ryan, and Bryan out the building door)

[The Count]

*Getting dressed. *Knock at door... Hmmm, Count, could you get that please?
Count: Sure... Ah, Grover and Herry. Velcome fellows.
Grover: Thank you Count baby.
Herry: Hi Count.
Cookie: Hey guys.
*Monster hug.
OK... Will be leaving for my day on the campus soon. Grover and Herry, you can come with me, I'll drop you guys off at the Super Market where you work.
Grover and Herry: Thanks.

Oh, have a great time in San Fran Bry.

[redBoobergurl]

*A knock is heard at the door of room 3*
Beth: I'll get it since no one else is here! *opens door*
Big Bird: Hi Beth! Is this your room? I don't think we've ever seen your room before! Wow, it's swell!
Beth: Hey Big Bird, welcome! Hi Telly!
Telly *sadly: Hi
Beth: What's wrong Telly?
Big Bird: He's worried about where we're all going to sleep because he knows that Maurice is also staying with you guys. I told him it's no big deal, Beth will have it all figured out
Beth: Yep, I sure do.
Telly: Really? Because we don't want to be too much trouble and you know it's not just me, it's Chucky Sue too and oh gosh, this will never work!
Beth: It's ok Telly. You're going to share a bed with Abby
Telly: With Abby Cadabby? Really? Oh boy! But what about Chuckie Sue?
Beth: Tell you what, there's room on my desk over here, how about we put Chuckie Sue's cage there?
Telly: Ok! Here you go Chuckie Sue *sets cage on desk*
Big Bird: Where are your roommates? Where's Abby? Where's Red Fraggle? I like her! And what about that pretty cat?
Beth: Abby is at Storybook School, Red is cleaning the pool and Wanda's working at the local music shop. They'll all be back here later. We'll definately have to go to Everybody Eats tonight
Telly: Heyyyy, where's Maurice?
Beth: He's out doing something, I'm not sure what. Don't worry guys, everyone will be here later
Big Bird: So now what?
Beth: How about we go outside and play?
Big Bird: Yea!
Telly: Oh boy!

[furryredmonster]

Elmo: Does Kendra want to play a game with Elmo?
Kendra: Sure, Elmo! What do you want to play?
Elmo: Elmo want's to play tag.
Kendra: Ok. -tags Elmo- Your it!

[redBoobergurl]

Red: I'm back! Anyone here?
Big Bird: We're here Red!
Red: Hey Big Bird! How's it going?
Big Bird: Good!
Telly: When is Abby getting here?
*Abby comes in the door*
Abby: Right now!
Telly: Wow! You are getting good at the magic stuff! I just asked where you were and here you are!
Abby: I'm just done with school for the day silly
Beth: All right as soon as Maurice and Wanda get back we'll go to Everybody Eats. Sound good?
Everyone: YEA!

[theprawncracker]

Me: *coming home from LONG day* Man...I hope the guys didn't have as long a day as I did...And to make it worse, I've got a chemistry test...Ugh. *goes inside room 25*
Bert: Ryyyyyyannn!!
Me: Oh! Bert! Hi, having fun?
Bert: NO! Are you kidding?! There's a blue ghost man!!
Ernie: Oh Bert, you know that's just good ol' Uncle Deadly! We've met him before.
Bert: Th-That doesn't make it any less scary!!
Me: Trust me Bert, Uncle D.'s harmless. Unless Bean is involved...But anyway, it's good to have you two here.
Gonzo: Yeah! I love living in cramped spaces!
Clifford: Heh, lucky Bert ain't claustrophobic.
Ernie: Actually, we don't even know what claustrophobic means.
Bert: Ah, life on Sesame Street...

[Katzi428]

sigh... You know,girls,I think I'd make a horrible mother.
Prairie:Huh?Why do you say that,Kath?
Well my cat Jebbie was at the vet today because his teeth were all messed up. I was a nervous wreck all day!
Rosita:Jebbie's home and fine now,right?
Yeah...but he needed 6 teeth extracted!:eek:
The girls:6????
Rosita:Ay yi yi! Pobrecito gato!
Yeah...you can say that again.
Rosita:Po....um,never mind.
Thanks Rosita. Gaffer...c'mere sweetie...I just wanna look at your teeth
Gaffer:Merow!darts under the couch
Prairie:Kath...I'm pretty sure Gaffer's teeth are fine.
You're right.I'm sorry Gaffer.....you're safe.

[The Count]

*Getting back home. Man, I'm a bit tired. Think I'll wash up and grab a light nap.
Good thing the guys are having dinner in the common room. Grover and Herry brought home some great little cafeteria meals. Still a bit miffed that I'm not getting any updates from the dorms to my E-mail, hope that gets solved soon.

Oh, if Catherine should happen to come by later, tell her I have some good news concerning that idea we were talking about.
Count: Vill do my fiend.
*Lets Fatatatita go outside to play with Gaffer and lets bats fly out through the room's windows.

[Muppet Newsgirl]

Nora: I smell something burning.
Storyteller: Oh, no, the rockweed bisque! (flies toward kitchen)
Nora: No, it's coming from Erin's room...(opens door) Erin! What happened!
MN: What you're smelling happens to be my brain having a short circuit. I had a midterm this afternoon.
Nora: Ooooh, no fun.
MN: Yeah, and I gotta work tomorrow.
Storyteller: (enters) All right, here's an ice pack.
MN: Thanks. (puts it on head; ice immediately melts and turns to steam)
Nora: Whoa...didn't you say that Scorpios tend to be hot-headed?
MN: Yeah...us, Aries people, Taureans, Leos...the works.
Storyteller: Dinner's ready.

[Katzi428]

Wow...Gaffer really ran out of here like a bat outta heck when I let her go out to play with Fatatita.Hopefully she still loves me.
Prairie:Kathy...:rolleyes: of course Gaffer still loves you,ya silly goose!
You're right. She is a healthy cat after all.She doesn't need to see the vet.
Rosita:Plus she's always purring and going in between your legs.That cat definitely loves you!So put this "I don't think Gaffer likes me anymore."out of your head. Comprendes?
Yes.

[Katzi428]

opening door & calling softly...Gaffer...c'mon kitty...bedtime. You can play with Fatatita tomorrow
Gaffer:Meow?rubbing up against my legs and purring.
Good girl bending down & picking her up Night Fatatita.Gaffer'll see you tomorrow.
The MC dorms were brought to you by the letters C (for cats) N (for night) and by the number 15 (no special reason) Night everyone!

[Erine81981]

*groans* Man what a long 7 days that was. *walks into room* I'm home! *hears no one* Oh yeah. I had Bryan, Beth and Ed look after my buddies. There proubley all a sleep. I'll see them in the morning. Glad to be back. I know I am tired. *falls on bed*

[The Count]

Thanks Kathy. *Scooping up Fatatatita, did you have a good time with Gaffer? *Faatatita purrs happily snug in my arms. Good.
The monsters are currently sleeping, will tell them Kyle's back tomorrow. Well, it's already tomorrow, when they wake up in the morning I mean.
*Goes back inside Room #1 and goes to sleep.

*Comes back outside. Thanks Kathy, hope you're feeling better.

[daughterdeadly]

Ally: *curled up in a corner of the room on a bean-bag chair reading 'To Kill A Mocking Bird.'* Well, this is it Emmet. *she sighs, over dramaticlly* -My last few hours of being... well, 12 years old.

Emmet: Oh, yeah. I almost forgot that tomarrow was your Birthday!

Ally: *a bit dissapointed* But- I've been mentioning it all through out the day...

Emmet: *laughs a little* I'm just joking... I wouldn't forget your birthday, but, you'd forget mine...

Ally: *blushes* Yeah, well, I wouldn't do it on purpose.

Emmet: I know. *changing subject* so what do you plan on doing before you turn the big-- 1 3? *He laughs, seeing what a big deal she's making out of this.*

Ally: Um, I dont know... *she laughs* maybe like, go to McDonalds, and get a Happy Meal.

Emmet: Heh, um, why would you go and do that?

Ally: *shruggs* because, my dad sais once I turn 13, I wont be able to get Happy Meals... *she giggles, knowing that sounds pitifull* I'm gonna miss the free toy...

Emmet: *grins* 'THAT'S' why you dont want to turn 13? Aw, come on, it can't be that bad.

Ally: I'm only joking! I'm not worried just, surprised it came around so quick.

Emmet: Yeah, it really did come around fast. *He grins* So, what should we do now?

Ally: *thinks very hard about this question* Um, something against the law! *She smirks wikedly*

Emmet: *In shock* Uhhh, well, why would we wanna' do something like that?

Ally: I'm kidding. But now that I come to think of it, I wonder if it's illegal to get a Happy Meal when you're not happy.

Emmet: It's a little late to get some food, dontcha' think?

Ally: Yeah, I guess so. *she sighs* maybe tomarrow...

Emmet: Yeah. Maybe tomarrow. *Yawns* Im going to bed, how about you?

Ally: *puts away her book* Yeah. I have a big day to look forward to.

[redBoobergurl]

*Beth gets up and quietly tip toes around the sleeping roomies to go to work*
Abby: Zzzz...pumpkins....zzzz
Telly: zzzzz....triangles....zzzz
Red: zzzzzz...whoopie.....zzzzz
Big Bird: Quuaaaa.....Quaaaaaa...........
Wanda: *whispering* Morning Beth
Beth: Hey, didn't see you were up
Wanda: Yep, hey, where's Maurice?
Beth: Kyle got back late last night, Maurice got up early to go back to his room
Wanda: I see, you wanna get some coffee?
Beth: Sounds great, let's go
*they tiptoe out together*

[The Count]

*Bat delivers slip of paper to Room #26: Sorry we're not home fright now Kyle. Cookie and Grover and Herry all left with Count and me for either work or the library or some other part of town, we'll be back in the evening. Hope this is OK.
*Bat tacks up notice on bulletin board: Hey guys... It's Ally's birthday today. So we'll probably get together, those of us who can, and have a little party for her. See you tonight.

[Erine81981]

*sees the bat with the note* Thanks. *writes back to Ed* Ok. Back to Ed. Go on now. So Maurice, what to do today?

Maurice: Why not decorate for halloween?

Ooooo good idea. Let's start getting it ready. To the closet!

Maurice: Gotcha!

Well have this place halloweenin' when the others get back.

[theprawncracker]

Me: Ah, Gonzo my friend do you know what's awesome about four day weekends?
Gonzo: That they're four days instead of two?
Me: Well that yes! But you can't forget that we have all weekend to do commentary!
Gonzo: ...Well what if I don't feel like it? *crosses arms*
Me: *grabs Gonzo by the shirt collar and pulls him off* C'mon weirdo.

[Muppet Newsgirl]

MN is hunched over at her keyboard, typing, all the while casting longing glances at a book still in a bookstore bag.

Nora: Paper due tomorrow?
MN: Yeah.
Nora: But let me guess, you'd rather be reading what's in that bag over there.
MN: Oh, you know me. I stopped in the bookstore on the way home from work, and they've got so many great new titles out...it's like dangling a triple chocolate cake in front of someone on a diet.
Storyteller: Or like dangling a chocolate-covered donut in front of Richard Hunt.
MN: No, the difference there is that the dieter would writhe and squirm in agony, while Richard would snap up the donut without so much as a by-your-leave.
Nora: Is it some new mystery that's got your attention there?
MN: No, but the ones they had in the bookstore looked awfully darn tempting. The book in the bag over there is nonfiction, current events.
Nora: Fun. Lemme see. (rustles around in bag)
MN: Come on, Nora, hands off.
Storyteller: Well, you did pique her interest.
Nora: Oooh, it's that new book, State of Denial! I'm gonna go read it!
MN: Nora, no, stop...oh, Nora, way to torture your deskbound roommate.

(In real life, MN - whose non-Muppet interests in life include investigative journalism and national politics...yes, you read that correctly - did stop and purchase said book while on her way back from her newspaper internship, and she's having a hard time concentrating on homework while the book is sitting on top of her armoire.)

[tvlistingman]

PETER: How was Birdkateers, Little Bird and Baby Bear

BABY BEAR: Awesome

LITTLE BIRD: It was the Best

ZOE: Good For You

BABY BEAR: What did you do, Peter?

PETER: I went to Boston

ZOE: Another Day Trip to Boston!

LITTLE BIRD: Whoa, you're the Boston Traveler, Peter, Where did you go?

PETER: I went to the Boston Public Library and got Maine TV Schedules from 1977-89

BABY BEAR: COOL!!!!

ZOE: You're Doing them right now while we watch Jeopardy!, Okay

PETER: Okay!

[Katzi428]

Girls...I'm going to bed. I have an early doctor's appointment in the morning.
Prairie:You're not still sick are you?
No. I need to get a test done on one of my toes showing her my foot
Prairie:Ah...I see.
Rosita:Good luck tomorrow!
Thanks Rosita. Gaffer's out playing with Fatatita.So I'm sure Ed'll drop Gaffer off in a little while. Goodnight.

[Ruahnna]

(Catherine rushes hurriedly into room. She hollers a quick hello to her dormies as she whizzes past and runs to her room to change. There is a suitcase on the bed and she hurriedly stuffs things into it before dashing back out to the common area. Fozzie, Kermit and Piggy look up from their studying in mild alarm.)
Kermit: Everything, um, okay Catherine?
Catherine: No, well, not really. Sortof. Change of plans.
Fozzie: (brightening) You mean we can come with you?
Catherine: (patting Fozzie on the back) No, Honey--not on this trip. If it was just the reunion, maybe, but now I'm having to combine a happy trip with an unhappy errand.
Kermit: (exchanges looks with Fozzie and Piggy) What's--what's wrong?
Catherine: I'm sorry to say that we've had a somewhat unexpected death in the family, so my trip home won't just be to go to my college reunion.
Piggy: (Rushing over and hugging Catherine) Oh, Sweetie--I'm so sorry. When are you leaving?
Catherine: Well, I was going to leave tomorrow afternoon, but now we're trying to rush and pack to leave early, early tomorrow morning. Oh--and Layla is going to look out for you guys while I'm gone. She was going to anyway, but she'll be here for you while I'm gone this weekend.
Kermit (coming over and give Catherine a hug) I'm sorry about your news.
Catherine: Yeah--it was a bit of a surprise.
Fozzie: Will you still get to go to your college reunion?
Catherine: Yes. We'll get to see the extended family tomorrow afternoon, then most of them have to go back home, so I'll still get to see all my college friends--my OTHER college friends--on Saturday morning. It will all be over by Saturday evening.
Kermit: Oh, good. I'm glad you don't have to miss it--you've been looking forward to it for a while.
Catherine: Yeah--it's been a while since I've seen some of those friends.
Piggy: (very careful not to appear too interested) And which reunion is this?
Catherine: (firmly) None of your beeswax. Get Dr. Honeydew to do the math for you. Now--I want you promise me you won't make Layla a crazy woman while I'm gone, okay?
Fozzie: But isn't she already--?
Kermit: (interrupting him diplomatically) We'll be model guests.
Piggy: Guests? But, but (cuts her eyes at Kermit) aren't we staying in our own rooms? Kermit and I thought.... (Kermit does not look at her, but he blushes and his knees look a little wobbly.)
Catherine: No--I don't think that's a very good idea. Not while I'm gone.
Fozzie: I'll be good.
Catherine: (under breath) It's not you I'm worried about.
Piggy: (pouting a little) But Moi does not need someone to look after her.
Catherine: (brightly) How about a chaparone? (Piggy puts on her fighting face and Catherine holds her hands up to ward off any thoughts of violence.) Layla will look out for you and cook if you need.
Piggy: Will she iron for me and make me pancakes?
Catherine: Um, I don't know. But I want you to be polite--no matter what. OKay?
Piggy: Um....
Kermit: Okay, Catherine. We'll look out for Layla, too.
Fozzie: Can I--can I take my teddy with me.
Catherine: Oh sure. Layla won't mind at all. Piggy?
Piggy: (innocently) Yes dear?
Catherine: I'm waiting.
Piggy: Oh, all right! I'll be nice to Layla.
Catherine: And...?
Piggy: And, um, you know, try to behave.
Catherine: (firmly) Try hard. (leans down and kisses Piggy on the cheek, Kermit on the top of his head and gives Fozzie a great big hug and snuggle.) Thanks, dears--I'll see you Monday night, 'kay?

[Erine81981]

Maurice: There we go.

That looks awsome Maurice. Good choice.

Grover, Herry and Cookie walk in

Grover: Hey there kyllle babieeeee! *runs and jumps on me*

Hey Grover. How are you?

Grover: I am fine. I am so glad to see you back. I missed you. *hugs my neck*

So did I. Hey Herry! Cookie!

Herry: Where were you?

Like I had said. I went to spend the night at a friends and got caught up with helping him and his family to get all of their stuff moved to a new place.

Cookie M: You worked hard then.

Yes I did Cookie Monster. Yes I did. Tired too. I missed all of ya'll. Group hug?

Grover: Yes.

Maurice: *nods head yes*

Cookie M: Me first!

Herry: Everyone gets in a group hug Cookie.

Cookie M: Oh.

We group hug

Grover: By the way. I love what you two have done with the room. It is cute.

Herry: And scary.

Cookie M: Any cookies?

At the moment no. But I'll be getting some tomorrow. My mom is sending some over.

Cookie M: Me can't wait!

[TogetherAgain]

Rowlf: <warily eyes packed bags> How long are you leaving this time?
Lisa: Um... About five days. I'll be back sometime Tuesday. Probably late-ish... <sigh.>
Rowlf: Mm. You leave tomorrow?
Lisa: Yeah. 4:30 AM.
Rowlf: Better say goodbye now, then.
Lisa: Aye. <Hugs Rowlf> You watch out for Robin, okay? And keep Chef out of Camilla's... um, feathers.
Rowlf: We're staying with Ryan, then?
Lisa: Yup. Say hi- er, and bye- to him for me?
Rowlf: Only if you congradulate your cousin on his wedding for me.
Lisa: You got it.
Rowlf: G'night, Lisa.
Lisa: G'night, Rowlf.

[Erine81981]

Grover: Good night Kyle. *turns off lamp*

Maurice: I'm going to watch some tv.

Cookie M: Me too. *sit down beside Maurice*

Good night guys.

Cookie M: Good night Kyle. *munches on some cookies*

Good night Grover. Good night Herry. Good night Maurice.

Maurice: Good night Kyle.

*opens door* Good night Oscar! Have some sweet dreams.

Oscar: *pops up* I hate sweet dreams!

Good. *slams door* That should make him happy. *smiles*

Oscar: Ooooo I hate it when he does that. *slams trashlid*

Herry's voice over: (is heard through out the dorms)Today's dorms were brought you by the letter "S " and by the number " 14." Well good night to everyone here in the dorms. Night.

[Skeeter Muppet]

Gillis: *to Boober as he walks in with a basket of laundry* Watch out, she's cranky.
Boober: Who's crank- *looks at Kim* Oh. Everything okay?
Kim: *sighs* I've had a busy week, I have that dentist appointment tomorrow to patch the "minor breakdown", my dad's leaving for Singapore tomorrow again, today was the one-year anniversary of my grandma's death and on top of that I'm pretty sure that I'm coming down with a cold. So no, everything is not "okay".
Boober: Oh. Did you take your Cold-Eeze?
Kim: Yes, and I've been drinking bottled water like it's going out of style. I also popped one of those Chloraseptic lozenge strips. So hopefully this thing won't stay around too long. *looks at him* I'm surprised, Boober. You stayed calm instead of breaking into a panic.
Boober: In this place I've learned to expect and accept the inevitable.
Kim: ...gee, thanks.
Betty Lou: I didn't know your grandma passed away last year, Kim. I'm sorry.
Kim: Thanks, Betty Lou. Yeah, it was before you moved in with us; a few months before.
Tosh: With all of that, I don't blame you for being down. But tomorrow will be a better day, right?
Kim: Yeah...until I go see the dentist that is.
Boober: What time is your appointment?
Kim: Two-thirty.
Betty Lou: ...you're joking.
Kim: I'm serious, Betty Lou. That's what time my appointment is. *shows the appointment card to them*
Gillis: She's right; it is two-thirty. And I thought horrible puns were Richard's specialty.
Kim: Well, he'd better be having a good laugh now.

-Kim

[The Count]

*Opening door to Room #1... Sorry you guys didn't see me get in last night.

[Internet services were whacked out at home all day yesterday.]
Glad the monsters got back to their room safely Kyle. We went for dinner at the House of the Rising Dim Sum last night so we got in a bit late. That, plus we went over to the common room to see the Mets/Dodgers playoff game.
Don't worry about Gaffer Kathy, she went back to your room at a respectable 1 o'clock in the AM.
Catherine, sorry about your loss... And also sorry for the anniversary of your grandma's death Kim.
That reminds me, have to make a long overdue dentist's appointment of my own. Will have to be next week though, my mom's 40th college reunion is this weekend and my opthalmologist's appointment is on the 20th.

Oh, and guys... We're going to make it up to Ally, party this evening for sure. Hope this helps sort things out, have a great weekend.

[Katzi428]

*Opening door to Room #1... Sorry you guys didn't see me get in last night.

[Internet services were whacked out at home all day yesterday.]
Gotta love computers huh Ed? :rolleyes:

Don't worry about Gaffer Kathy, she went back to your room at a respectable 1 o'clock in the AM.
Thanks...she cuddled up next to me around that time

[Katzi428]

Morning girls.
Prairie:Morning Kath.How'd that foot test go?
Actually I didn't get it done.The woman that was supposed to do it didn't come in.So I need to reschedule. Meanwhile I ran to Fran's Flowers to get flowers for Kim and Catherine.Kim's had a bad week and Catherine's had a loss in her family.
Rosita:That was nice of you.
Thanks. What do you say we all go to Everybody Eats for breakfast?
Prairie:Sounds good!

[theprawncracker]

Rowlf: *sitting at the table drinking coffee and reading the paper* Hey there Ry, shouldn't you be off to school? ...About an hour ago?
Me: Heh, not today Rowlf. Or Monday for that matter. Yup, got a four day weekend and I plan on exploiting it at every chance I get.
Rowlf: Why am I not surprised?
Swedish Chef: Yuoo vunt soorpreese-a? Veeet unteel yuoo see-a vhet I'm cuukeeng fur deenner!
Me: What did he say?
Rowlf: Uh, I think he was sayin' thanks for lettin' us stay here with ya while Lisa's off galavantin'.
Me: Oh, it's my pleasure. I always enjoy a bit more culture in the room...
Rowlf: You think Chef is cultured?
Me: Well some kind of culture, yes.
Uncle Deadly: *walking into room* Ah, good morning all. Did we have a nice sleep? Hmm?
Robin: *waking up* *yawn* Yeah, I slept good.
Gonzo: *falls out of the closet with Camilla* And I slept GREAT! Gotta love those confined spaces! Ha ha!
Camilla: Baww...
Me: Sheesh, well I say we all go grab some breakfast at Everybody Eats. Then we spend the rest of the day doing...Stuff! How's that sound?
Clifford: Sounds cool to me dude.
Me: Heh, what doesn't with you Cliff?
Robin: I think that sounds like a great time! Let's go!
Chef: Vhet? Yuoo dun't leeke-a my cuukeeng?

[Leyla]

<Leyla is darting around their rooms at warp speed, cleaning, organizing, keeping Jimmy out of trouble, you get the idea.>

Leyla:Jimmy, have you finished tidying that room up yet? Fozzie's coming and I don't want him to feel unwelcome! He'll be bunking in your room and it had better be bear-friendly lickity split! Now where did I put those fancy bath soaps?

Hilda:<with an armload of clothing and other life accoutrements.> I found them in the refrigerator, along with that new copy of Kermit's biography and a DVD of Muppet Treasure Island. I put them on the counter.

Leyla: <blushing> Oh! Fiddlesticks...so what did I put in the bathroom... oh no! The groceries! <she dashes off to put things to rights>

Hilda: You have got to calm down, everything will be fine!

Jimmy: I don't see why I have to get rid of mah rifle and bear skin rug.

Leyla: <from bathroom> You hear that, Hilda? Everything is NOT fine! Kermit, Fozzie, and Piggy are gonna be here for a few days and everything has to be perfect for them! I mean.... it's them! And Jimmy, get that rug out of sight!

Jimmy: It ain't a real bear skin, and the gun ain't loaded. I learned my lesson with that Candice woman.

Leyla: It'll scare the Dickens out of Fozzie, real or not, and it's going... they both are! Now, to put it in language you understand... git!

Jimmy: Yeesh... cranky.

<Leyla returns from the bathroom with the groceries, still in their shopping bags. Hilda and Wanda are making trips out of Wanda's room.>

Leyla: <muttering to herself> Food goes in the kitchen. Food goes in the kitchen. Where's the Sesame Street gang around when you need reminders?

Hilda:We've almost got everything out of there. We just need to finish setting up the cots.

Wanda: I don't see why I have to give up my room to Miss Piggy. It's just for the weekend after all, why can't she just sleep in a cot?

<All activity in the room ceases>

Wanda: What? What are you staring at?

<Hilda shakes her head, exasperated, and gets back to work. Jimmy retreats into his own room>

Leyla: <patiently> Because, Wanda, Piggy is our guest and guests are treated with respect on my watch. Understood?

Wanda: <sulkily>Yes, fine. I understand.

Hilda: <passing through> Clearly, she hasn't spent much time with the royal diva in a while. Miss Piggy can be a royal pain in-

Leyla: <interrupting> Hey! Knock it off now. Company rules, best behavior and for crying out loud, try to be friendly! This is going to be a wonderful experience for all of us, and I want our neighbours to feel happy about being here! <starstruck look> I mean, just think of it... The Kermit the frog, Fozzie Bear, and Miss Piggy herself will be in our dorm rooms! Oh, it's so exciting I might just faint!

Hilda: <dryly to Wanda> But, you know, she's not a fangirl.

Wanda: <just as dryly> So I've heard.

Leyla: <narrowed eyes> Prawnie loved his cake, or so I heard Hilda. Of course, it took you three hours to get back from that little visit!

Hilda: <blushing furiously> Oh... I ... I need to dust the shelves now. <she darts off>

Leyla: And Wanda... I'm sure you didn't notice how dashing Wayne looked at the award ceremonies last week.

Wanda: <shifty eyes> Of... of course not. Um... how bout I go put up that picture Tabi drew of Miss Piggy in my room...you know, just to make her feel at home!

Leyla:<smugly> You do that. Now... why did I put the dish towels in the toaster...

[theprawncracker]

Me: Gonzo, commentary! Quick! Then we can come back and watch stuff!
Gonzo: I would've gone even if we weren't gonna watch anything...*shrug*

[The Count]

Hmmm... Wonder how Bert and Ernie are doing with Ryan. Sure hope Bry's having a good time.
Count: Did you make that call?
Yes, Mike's Bakery should deliver the cake soon. Ally'll be so surprised this evening!
Now come, time to see if we should post more of that little thing I started.

[theprawncracker]

Bert: *sitting on the couch along with everyone else watching TMS* So, how long did you say you guys were here?
Robin: Oh, we're staying til Tuesday! Maybe even Wednesday!
Ernie: Well I hope Bryan gets back by then, there sure is a lot more room.
Rowlf: You can say that again. Sharing a bed with the Chef is no walk in the park.
Camilla: Bagawk! Buck byuck bawk!
Clifford: Yeah, at least he didn't try 'n' cook you dude! Heh heh!
Uncle Deadly: Mm, these cramped spaces make me remember why I love the fan-fic library so much. I think I'll head down there for a while.
Chef: Ooh ya ya ya! Lootsa pooepel oon do rooom! Bork bork!
Robin: Yeah, and it's so colorful too!

[The Count]

We have some room downstairs... Then again, I think I'll take a bit of a break. Only have one more section planned, laying down exposition sure is fun... At least it'll get us to the true devilish delight I have in store!

[redBoobergurl]

Telly: The mattress you guys have sure is comfortable
Abby: I bet it's more comfortable then sharing a bed with me! *giggles*
Big Bird: I wonder how Bryan's doing. Do you think he's thinking of us right now?
Beth: Oh I'm sure he is! He loves you guys
Red: Hey, we've got a game this weekend! That will be fun
Wanda: And it sounds like we're celebrating Ally's birthday tonight
Big Bird: A birthday! Oh boy! I'm going to color her a picture
Abby: Ooh! Me too!
Beth: That's really nice of you guys. I think Ed's getting a cake.
Red: Woo-hoo! I love parties!

[The Count]

OK... The cake's here.
Count: I have the candles!
You remembered to order...
Count: Yes, got the vanilla and mint ones, hope she'll like those, she can share them vith Emmett.

Good... And the gift?
Count: Wrapped up.
Good, that new book on the Muppets and deck of specialty northern animal playing cards should be perfect for Allyssa.
Count: Plus the big igloo cap and plush Rocky...
You've been watching T*K*O again haven't you?
Count: Just a little.
That's OK... Let's get this wonderful chocolate cake down to Room #8 and wish our friend a happy birthday.

*Anybody who wants to join outside Room #8's door is welcome to launch the surprise singing for Ally.

[Katzi428]

going to Room 8
Rosita:Ally will be so surprised!
She sure will. Hope she likes this Fraggle sweatshirt we got her.
Prairie:Yep...plus the "Look Out World...I'm A Teenager!" T shirt.
laughing Oh she'll love that!

[The Count]

*Whispering: OK guys, you ready?
*Gets nods of "Yes" from all gathered there.

OK then...
*Knocks on door and group sings after Room #8's door opens.*
Sing: Happy birthday to you...
Happy birthday to you...
Happy birthday dear Aaaaaalllyyyy.
Happy birthday to you!

Blow out the candle and make a wish.

[daughterdeadly]

Ally: *standing in doorway, only to find everyone gathered outside... singing* Ah, wow! Emmet, check it out, look who all is here!

Emmet: *goes beside Ally to the door, eyeing the cake...* Yeah, Hi guys! Hey Ally... blow out the candles and make a wish!

Ally: *thinks a moment* Alright. *blows out candles and laughs, grinning ear to ear.* Well, come on in guys! *Leads the small group inside room 8.*

Emmet: *whispers* Hey... what'ya wish for?

Ally: Emmet, I cant tell you that, it wont come true! *She grins.* Alright guys, let's get to party-ing! *She pauses, and thinks* Well... on a somewhat... mild level... *giggles softly*

[theprawncracker]

Me: *coming in with everybody* Hey! Hope I'm not too late for the festivities! I brought a gift from myself and my MIA other half Lisa, a...Wait, where'd it go?
Robin: Where did what go?
Me: The gift! Where's the gift?!
Robin: Oh, well, ya see, Chef got a hold of it. And we haven't seen it for three hours...
Ernie: But don't worry Ryan! Bert and I have a solution! Isn't that right Bert?
Bert: We do?
Ernie: Yes Bert we do. For you Ally, on your birthday Bert would like to give you his bottlecap collection.
Bert: My what?!
Ernie: Yes Bert, in your selfless act of giving, Ally has a birthday present.
Bert: Wha...Bu...We...Oh fine. Happy birthday.
Swedish Chef: Nu nu nu! Luuk here-a! I hefe-a bruooght zee present fur Elly! I tuuk Ryun's seelly geefft und mede-a it intu a spectecooler ceke-a! Bork bork!
Me: ...Rowlf, translation please.
Rowlf: He cooked your gift into a cake.
Me: But...My gift was a desk lamp.
Rowlf: Then I guess she'll be eatin' light tonight.
Me: *frowns* I fail to see the humor in this situation...
Clifford: Welcome to the club dude. Now 'scuse me while I go off and ask Ro-si-ta if she'd like to cha cha with me! Heh heh! *walks off*
Gonzo: Oh Camilla, may I have this dance?
Camilla: Bawk, bagaw! *walks off to dance with Gonzo*
Rowlf: I think a glass of punch'll do me good. Comin' Chef?
Chef: Oh ya ya ya! I lufe-a zee poonch! *they go for punch*
Uncle Deadly: Ah, count me in. I need to say hello to my fiends Eduardo and the Count.
Me: Well Bert, Ernie, I guess it's just us.
Ernie: Actually Ryan, we've gotta go round up Bert's bottle caps.
Bert: No, Ernie we decided we'd find something else to give her! Right Ernie? ERNIE?! *They leave*
Me: Oh, well fine, just leave the prawn to his...Um...Well fine, just leave the prawn.
Robin: I'm still here Ryan.
Me: *smiles* Thanks Robin. You'll always be there.
Robin: Do I still get to eat and sleep?
Me: *giggles* If you insist...And speaking of which, isn't it your bedtime now little frog?
Robin: Oh! But Ryan there's a party!
Me: Yes, but if you don't get any sleep tonight, you won't get to stay up for the football game tomorrow.
Robin: Okay fine...Will you read me a bedtime story though?
Me: You bet. I've got the perfect thing, it's got Gonzo and aliens. *I leave with Robin to put him to bed*

[redBoobergurl]

*Beth, Wanda and Red head up to the party. Abby, Big Bird and Telly send cards but are already asleep*
Beth: Happy birthday Ally!
Red: Here are some pictures that Abby, Big Bird and Telly drew
Wanda: We've brought you the book "Before You Leap" by Kermit the Frog
Beth: Hope you enjoy it!
Wanda: I see Rowlf over having some punch, I'm going to say hello and see if he'll dance with me
Red: I'm going to dance with everyone! Come on Beth!
Beth: *being dragged by Red: Guess I have no choice!

[daughterdeadly]

Ally: *scanning over the room full of guests in surprise* I never would've thought so many people would show up here just to wish me a happy Birthday... thank you so much you guys!

Emmet: *Having the usual fun and well... partying* Come on, Ally! Don't just stand there... after all it's your party!

Ally: Yeah, you're right. *She looks around* Hey Emmet, you wanna dance with me?

Emmet: *Shruggs* Why not?

Ally: *Dancing around like a lunatic!* Hey Emmet, check-out all the cool presents I'm getting (Ya, I cant help it... I'm spoiled and I LOVE free gifts!!!)

Emmet: *Looks to a corner in the room piled up with boxes of gifts.* Have you opened any yet?

Ally: *Shakes Head* Nope, I'll save them for later. However, I did get some pretty-wonderful-hand-drawn-pictures from Abby, Big Bird, and Telly.

Emmet: That's swell!

Ally: Yeah! We really should hang out with all these guys some more...

Emmet: We should. *looks around a second* I'm gonna get some punch really quick alright?

Ally: Okay!

[Leyla]

<Leyla, Hilda, Wanda, Jimmy and even the deactivated Robot Kermit are lined up in front of the door to their rooms waiting for their guests to arrive.>

Leyla: Okay. Breathe. Just stand and breathe, that's all you have to do. Maybe blink occasionally. It'll be fun. It'll be great. Try not to faint.

Hilda: Oh my goodness. Leyla, you worry too much, far too much! It will be fine! I'm sure they'll be as happy to be here as we are to have them.

Wanda: <crankily> Happier.

Leyla: Behave yourself. <to Hilda> I know they will. I just love being their neighbour, almost as much as I love being your roomie! <she ruffles Wanda's hair affectionately, being careful to restore it to good order> But... it's just... it's Kermit and Piggy and Fozzie! I mean... wow.

Hilda: <amused> Yes. And you're not a fangirl.

Jimmy: What is a fangirl anyway?

<The girls responses are cut of by a knock and and a cheerful voice>

Kermit: Hello? Anybody home?

Fozzie: Oh, I hope they didn't forget about us!

Piggy: They'd better not have.

Kermit: No one has ever managed to forget about you, Piggy.

Piggy: <brightly> Why thank you, Kermie!

Fozzie: Um... should it take this long to open a door?

<Leyla is staring, frozen, at the still closed door>

Wanda: Um... Leyla? Are you gonna let them in?

Jimmy: Maye she's waiting for the frog to do it.

Wanda: Well, he's broken. He never does anything!

Hilda: This is silly. Leyla, wake up! <she gives Leyla a firm jab in the side before opening the door herself.>

Fozzie: Well, where are we going to sleep if- oh! Um, hello?

Piggy: <striding in quickly dragging an expansive suitcase behind her> About time!

Kermit: Piggy, you promised.

Piggy: <impatient sigh> Oh, alright. For Catherine.

Leyla: <coming out her daze> Ah, hi! Welcome, welcome! Come on in! It's a pleasure! Can I help you with that, Miss Piggy?

Wanda: <quietly> I doubt it.

Piggy: <sharply> What was that?

Leyla: Oh, um... she didn't say anything! Let me just take that to your room, Miss Piggy!

Kermit: Isn't that nice of her, Piggy?

Piggy: Oh, yes, of course!

Kermit: It's really very sweet of you to take us in like this! We're going to miss Catherine so it's nice to have a little extra company.

Leyla: <struggling cheerfully with Piggy's completely unnecessary suitcase> Oh, yes, I miss her too, and you know, Lisa's away for a while as well, so it's sort of a lonely weekend all told. But, really, we're so glad you're here. Let me get this away and we'll have tea and cookies in the kitchen, chat a bit.

Kermit: Oh, that sounds wonderful! C'mon, Fozzie, don't just wait by the door.

Leyla: I flavoured the cookies with honey for you, Fozzie dear, so don't be a stranger! <giggles> We have enough strangeness around here, anyway!

Fozzie: Oh...that's a good one! Haaa!! Honey cookies, you say?

Piggy: <hesitating, taking a long look at Robot Kermit> You... have a statue of Kermit?

Jimmy<sidling up to Piggy and instantly annoying her>: Nah, that's a robot someone shoved into a closet for some reason. He don't say much, or get out much... real peacable guy.

Piggy: <eyes narrowed> I wonder who could have shoved it in that closet... and why they ever brought it out again.

Leyla: <returning from Piggy's, formerly Wanda's, room> I did. I've had good luck taking people out of closets recently. Cookies?

[Katzi428]

Rosita:Oh Clifford...I would LOVE to dance with you!
PrairieshylyUm...Kathy?I want to ask Rowlf to dance.You think I should?
Sure!It's the 21st century.Any woman should do what she wants.
Prairie:Then how come you're not up and dancing,Ms. Know It All?;)
Ummmm...my foot hurts...yeah that's it!
Prairie:laughingYou lie like a rug!But suit yourself!
thinking to myself...the one I want to dance with has a partner who'll karate chop me into next week if I ask him to dance.:eek:

[The Count]

Sure nice to see everyone having a good time. Think I'll have a glass of punch, it'll calm me down some.
Count: Another acid burst?
Yeah... Must've been that leftover Chinese food.
Count: But your meal last night vas OK?
Yeah... But I had some of the leftovers of what my mom ordered, think that's what did it.
Count: OK, so long as you're feeling better.
I will, in a little bit.

The dorms were brought to you by the letter A and by the number 8.

[Erine81981]

*sitting in front of TV*

Somethings changes the channel and I see the monsters all jumping around in the televison set. "What's happening?"

(music starts)

Grover: Your eyes tell me how you love me
Can feel it in your heart beat
I know you like what you see

Grover and Herry: Hold me, I'll give that you need
Wrap your love around me (starts dancing around with each other)
You're so excited, I can feel you
Getting hotter, oh baby

Grover, Herry and Cookie Monster: I'll take you down, I'll take you down
Where no one's ever gone before
And if you want more, if you want more
More, more, more then

(everyone in the TV jumps) Jump! ("I've never seen this?")

Monsters: For my love
Jump in and feel my touch
Jump you want to taste my kisses
In the night then
Jump, jump for my love
Jump, I know my heart can make you happy
Jump in, you know these arms
Can feel you upJump, you want to taste my kisses
In the night then
Jump, jump for my love

More Monsters start to appear on the TV ("Where is this taking place?")

Telly and Elmo: You told me, I'm the only monster for you
Nobody does you like I do
Then make a move before you try and
Go much farther, oh baby
You're the one, you, you are the one
And heaven waits here at my door
And if you want more,
If you want more, more, more then

(everyone in the TV jump up) Jump!

Monsters: For my love
Jump in and feel my touch
Jump you want to taste my kisses
In the night then
Jump, jump for my love
Jump, I know my heart can make you happy
Jump in, you know these arms
Can feel you up
Jump, you want to taste my kisses
In the night then
Jump, jump for my love

Zoe and Rosita: When you are next to me, oh I come alive
Your love burns inside
Feels so right
Come to me if you want me tonight

(everyone in the TV jumps) Jump! *I start singing* ("I love it!")

All the Monsters: Jump if you want to taste my kisses
In the night then
Jump, jump, jumpJump, you know my heart can
Make you happy
Jump, you know theese arms can feel you up
Jump in, you want to taste my kisses
In the night then
Jump, jump for my love.....

(music contiunes into the night)

[theprawncracker]

Me: Hey Cliff, I gotta go out for the afternoon. I'll be back in time for the game tonight though.
Clifford: A'ight dude. I'll prolly take the whole team down to the field for some much needed practice.
Me: Alright, just make sure Chef isn't the only one left in here with Robin, okay?
Clifford: But Gonzo's okay?
Me: Hardly. You know that.
Clifford: Heh heh, just messin' with ya dude. Have a nice day, see ya later.
Me: Yeah, thanks Cliff, bye!

[Erine81981]

*cooking some lunch and listening to Halloween music* ("Ghostbusters")

Grover: *humming to the song while setting the table*

Herry: *lifting weights in his room*

Cookie and Maurice are watching TV

[JaniceFerSure]

Diana: Made us some tuna sandwiches and mac n' cheese for our late lunch.

Dr.Teeth: Hey Diana,you've been singing up a storm today.

Diana: Too true.It's a cold,fall day today;this Saturday needs some golden tones as you well put it. I also made us some brownies,triple chunk.

Janice: You spoil us rotten Di,fer surely.

Zoot: Yeah,we have to make the next meal.

Diana: How about breakfast tomorrow?

Floyd: Sounds good to me..