The Big Comfy Couch This Little Piggy

Remember The Big Comfy Couch? That wonderfully bizarre kids' show with a girl named Loonette and her silent, dust-bunny companion, Molly? And a clock rug that could actually talk?

The Clock Rug's Dirty Little Secret (and Other Oddities)

Let’s face it, the show was delightfully strange. Who came up with the idea of a girl doing gymnastic stretches on a giant couch while a mute stuffed animal judged her every move? Genius, I tell you! Pure, unadulterated genius.

But beyond the vibrant colors and whimsical characters, there's a surprisingly deep (okay, maybe not *deep* deep) connection to a classic children's rhyme: "This Little Piggy."

Before Loonette started clock rug stretches, she would count the five little piggies: This Little Piggy Went to Market, This Little Piggy Stayed Home, This Little Piggy Had Roast Beef, This Little Piggy Had None, and This Little Piggy Cried Wee Wee Wee All the Way Home.

The Toes That Launched a Thousand Clock Rug Stretches

It's so subtle, you probably never noticed. At the beginning of almost every episode, Loonette would interact with her toes, using the "This Little Piggy" rhyme as a playful warm-up.

Think about it: each toe represents a different action, a different character in a tiny, toe-sized drama. This is the groundwork for the rest of the episode. And there are plenty of episodes!

Then she would dive into the Clock Rug Stretch. This fun opening would have Loonette bending, jumping, and getting generally bendy and nimble on the floor with a big rug shaped like a clock.

Why Toes? Why Now?

Okay, so maybe it wasn't meant to be a profound statement on the human condition. But the connection to "This Little Piggy" taps into something universal.

It is about repetition, rhythm, and the joy of simple, physical interaction. It's a way of grounding Loonette (and us) in the present moment before the episode's chaos begins.

Plus, it's just plain fun! Let's not forget that. The Big Comfy Couch always prioritized playfulness above all else.

From Toes to Tidy Time: The Big Picture

So, next time you're feeling nostalgic and decide to revisit The Big Comfy Couch, pay attention to those little piggies. Recognize this fun take on a common rhyme?

They're not just toes; they're a gateway to a world of imagination, silliness, and surprisingly flexible children. And if that isn't worth celebrating, I don't know what is.

Maybe try doing your own clock rug stretches. Just be careful you don’t accidentally end up in Clowntown.