Norman Vaughan of Boynton Beach, Florida, writes:

"Were there any other characters that auditioned besides the frog and the penguin?"

Thanks for writing, Norman! Several other characters did audition in addition to the frog and penguin. Our tryouts showcased an abundance of talent, but we could only choose two characters for the comic strip's leading roles. It was a tough decision, but we feel that the frog and the penguin were the right choice.

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