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(This post is for Mateo:)

Three. That was how old I was in the year 1977. And, that was probably the year that I really began to remember anything I watched on television. Of course, at that age, my favourite TV show was Sesame Street.

Children and parents around the world are familiar with Sesame Street. It is an American children's television series that became well-known for combining both education and entertainment. It is currently one of the longest running television shows in U.S. history. But, in 1977, I didn't know that this show would have such a positive effect on me or the rest of the world. I just watched it because I loved the Muppet characters, as well as the music on the show. For example, I couldn't wait for the Pinball Number Count to come on. This was one of my favourite parts:)

http://www.slyblue.com/trgaw/The%20Pointer%20Sisters%20--%20Pinball%20Number%20Count.mp3

Later in life, I discovered that this funky track was recorded by The Pointer Sisters, and it debuted on Sesame Street in 1977. As a kid, I really enjoyed the lyrics - in fact, I still count like this in my mind. But as I listen to the song now, I realize that the groovy bass line and solos are the best parts=:)

One Two Three FOUR Five, Six Seven Eight NINE Ten, Eleven Twelve...

You know you want to sing it=:)