Mr. Rogers didn"t merely play a very nice and caring men on television.
The late PBS host truly was a nice and caring men, in every sense of those terms.
In honor of the 50th anniversary of Fred Rogers premiering on television in his iconic sweater, Anthony Breznican – a novelist and a writer for Entertainment Weekly – shared a lengthy story on Twitter this week about his past connection to the star.
The story included a memorable interaction that must be read to be believed.
Ready to fall in love with Mr. Rogers all over again? Scroll down…
1. The Story Begins…
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This is how Breznican opened his Twitter tale, explaining to followers why he felt the need to recount his experience with Mr. Rogers in a series of messages.
2. It Was All True
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How does Anthony know this? Allow him to explain…
3. A Chance Viewing
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The writer stumbled again on Mr. Rogers at just the right time in his life.
4. In Need of a Neighbor
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Breznican reconnected with Mr. Rogers at just the right time.
5. How to Handle Anger
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It seems like an easy topic, perhaps. But it’s not for a lot of people.
6. And THEN…
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… a chance encounter followed that chance viewing.