I always felt that I was not a part of things in general. I've always been outside of things. - Jim Henson

With Big Bird we knew we wanted to do a large, a great big character. He should represent a child so he can make the kinds of mistakes that kids make, and talk about it and be out front about that.

The attitude you have as a parent is what your kids will learn from more than what you tell them. They don't remember what you try to teach them. They remember what you are.

I'm sure Kermit will stay young a lot longer than I will.