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I love most of the programs my son watches. We’ve bonded over Bob the Builder, we’ve mourned the change from Steve to Joe and I’ve even gotten past the awkwardness of the Higglytown Heroes jumping inside each other. However, there are some characters in children’s programming that just get on my nerves.

First are the DoodleBops; Deedee, Rooney and Moe. Three idiot clown-wannabes that are the goofiest role models every created. Perhaps there may be some morals in there but I can’t past the opening to even find out.

An honorable mention is Jeff of the Wiggles, but only because of his narcolepsy. It’s getting old and I think there is probably some medication he should be taking. Otherwise, we love the show, but seriously dude, enough is enough.

But of course, the character I can tolerate the least is on the show my son loves the most, Little Einsteins. Ladies and Gentlemen, I nominate to you my most annoying character, Annie.

Annie is one of four little kids who journey through life with the help of a lap-tapping powered rocket. Their highly imaginary adventures always coincide with a piece of classical music and each kid gets to work their “talent” in conjunction with the music during this half hour show.

For the record, the premise of the show is excellent. Classical composers, positive story lines and teamwork anchor the lessons. But freaking Annie wrecks my nerves as much as not having my shoe size in stock during Nordstrom’s half yearly sale.

Girl, you totally cannot sing. I don’t care if you’re 4. I don’t care if you’re trying to help the little mouse or the little totem pole. Quincy plays freaking 19 instruments….and in tune. June can dance…not very well, but at least it’s quiet. And your brother Leo is a bit weird with his conducting, but he definitely seems to be rocket’s right-hand man. But girlfriend, you suck.

Sorry to be so blunt, but you should learn now that you have no future in music. I know it’s tough to be the Ashlee Simpson of Disney’s playhouse. And why do we never see your parents? With that singing, I’ve assumed they just left you and Leo. I know totally understand why the other Annie was orphaned.

Enough of my ranting; which characters drive you nuts?

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