Susan JessicaAlright, so here’s the deal: I’m obsessed with Regular Show. I’ve watched the entire series more times than I care to admit. And if there’s one character that stands out, it’s Pops. His bubbly energy, his constant enthusiasm for literally everything, and, of course, his out there fashion choices make him one of the most lovable and strange characters in cartoon history. And, well, I decided I was going to live like him for a week.
Fast forward past me looking like a pastel-colored disaster—yeah, it didn’t go as planned, but I learned a ton, so let’s dive in.
Why Pops Regular Show?
Why Pops, you ask? Well, Pops isn’t just a funny character on a kids’ show—he’s a lesson in positivity, optimism, and a whole lot of weirdness. I mean, the guy’s always happy, like, ALWAYS. Nothing brings him down. And sure, it’s easy to say, “Oh, that’s just a cartoon,” but the more I thought about it, the more I wanted to know what living like Pops Regular Show would actually be like.
So, I threw caution to the wind (and my sense of dignity) and decided to do it. I was going to embrace life like Pops Regular Show: full of joy, color, and a completely random love for all things that make zero sense.
The Plan: Dressing and Acting Like Pops Regular Show
Alright, y’all, this wasn’t going to be a half-baked attempt. I went all in. Pops Regular Show doesn’t just dress like an ordinary person—he wears the most outlandish outfits. I wasn’t about to step out in any normal clothes and just call it “living like Pops.” Nope. I was going to rock the full-on pastel explosion, the oversized pants, and, of course, the biggest bow tie I could find.
What I Wore:
- A pastel button-down shirt that looked like a marshmallow.
- Pants that could fit a family of four—seriously, I nearly tripped every time I walked.
- A bow tie so big I could’ve used it as a parachute.
Honestly, I’m surprised I didn’t get mistaken for a circus performer. Anyway, I figured that if I was going to live like Pops Regular Show, I had to start with the clothes. But, I mean, I should’ve known right from the start this wasn’t going to be easy.
Day 1: Awkward, But I Kept Going
My first day was an absolute trainwreck. Like, if I had a dollar for every strange look I got, I could’ve bought a whole new wardrobe (with normal pants, I might add).
The moment I stepped out, I felt like I was in an episode of Regular Show. You know that moment when Pops does something weird, and everyone’s like, “What the heck is he doing?” Yeah, that was me.
Here’s the thing: Pops Regular Show is constantly positive, always happy, no matter what. So I thought, I’ll just walk around smiling at people and acting excited about everything. Easy, right? No. No, no. Not easy at all.
Example: I walked into a coffee shop, practically bouncing with excitement. The barista gave me a look like I was a weird kind of dog in a human suit. “Uh, what can I get for you?” she asked, clearly thrown off by my over-the-top energy. “I’ll take a latte!” I said, way too loudly. She handed me my drink, and I think I saw her mentally cross off “today’s to-do list.”
Fast forward to me sipping my coffee with a grin plastered on my face, probably looking insane to everyone around me.
And then there was the elevator incident. I tried greeting the two people inside with a cheery, “Good morning, friends!” They both looked at me like I’d sprouted a second head.
But hey, Pops Regular Show wouldn’t back down. I kept my chin up. No one was going to crush my Pops energy. Or at least, that’s what I told myself as I silently shriveled into an awkward mess in the corner of the elevator.
Day 2: Weird Stares and Tiny Victories
Day two was… slightly better? Sort of? I mean, I did start to get a few compliments, which was a huge surprise. I mean, I looked like a walking pastel disaster, and yet… “You’re so cheerful!” someone said at the grocery store. “That bow tie is something else,” another person said, though I’m pretty sure that wasn’t a compliment.
But the thing is—Pops Regular Show wouldn’t care, right? He’d embrace it and keep going. So, I did.
I also kept my over-enthusiastic attitude. Every single thing I came across became an adventure. A doorknob? Amazing! A random pencil on the ground? Pure joy! You get the idea. It was a lot of energy for people to handle.
Example: I met a lady at the park while she was walking her dog. “Your dog is adorable!” I said way too excitedly. “His name is Buster,” she replied, clearly unsure how to respond to my overly chipper demeanor. “Oh, Buster! What a name! I love it! It’s so perfect!”
At this point, I started feeling like I was just this big, weird cartoon character who couldn’t shut up.
Day 3: Maybe I’m Getting the Hang of This
Okay, I’ll admit it—by day three, I had started to lean into the weirdness. I wasn’t getting quite as many stares, and I was definitely more comfortable in my ridiculous outfit. Maybe I was starting to understand Pops Regular Show. His energy was contagious, even if it sometimes went unnoticed by others.
There was this one woman at work who looked at me and said, “You’re always so positive, I wish I could be like that.” I froze. Wait, what? She actually likes this?
I tried not to smile too much, but deep down, I was like, Yes! Success! Because if I was really starting to rub off on people like Pops Regular Show, then maybe I was doing something right.
Day 4: The Weirdest Compliment Ever
So, get this: on day four, I went to the post office. I was wearing my usual pastel disaster when a man walked up to me and said, “You know, you make the world a more interesting place.”
Was that a compliment? A dig? Either way, I took it as a win. Pops Regular Show would probably be all about spreading joy in the most unexpected ways, and this was definitely one of those moments.
Then I got to thinking—maybe Pops Regular Show has it right. People stare. People judge. But at the end of the day, who cares? It’s about spreading positivity. It’s about taking the weirdness and owning it, because that’s who you are.
Random Fact: Did you know that in the Victorian era, people believed that talking to ferns could prevent madness? (I’m not saying I’m going to start talking to my begonias, but you know… I might try it.)
Day 5 and Beyond: The Pops Energy Lives On
By the end of the week, I had definitely been living like Pops Regular Show. Sure, I got weird looks. Sure, I didn’t make everybody smile, but I did start getting a few more genuine smiles. It’s like the Pops energy is contagious, in a weird way.
I started getting compliments that didn’t feel forced. Like, “I wish I could be as upbeat as you.” And, honestly, I started feeling a little more carefree. Like maybe the world wasn’t so serious after all. Sure, I was an outlier in a world full of straight faces, but Pops Regular Show doesn’t care about being normal.
I might’ve looked like a clown, but I felt like I was making a difference, even in small ways. And that’s what Pops Regular Show would do, right?
Richard Joseph
