Can't argue with that. Her Sim looked pretty amazing in some similar outfits I found. I'd enjoy seeing her in something different occasionally, but her original outfit will always be my favorite. :frankiesmile:

No doubt about it, her original outfit is hard to compete with. It's casual yet nice looking, and very "friendly/family feeling" if you know what I mean. But yes Medi like Pitbulllady said, that dress was worn during the photo episode "The Big Picture".

I thought Frankie was irish or something when I first saw that dress, it just sort of came to mind when I looked at it. Madame Foster made Frankie wear that dress for every family photo for each year. And I agree, she looked cute as hell in it. But her "date" dress whoooo now THAT'S a keeper.

Something funny I noticed about that episode. Frankie seemed very nervous about her date, like she was really into him and like she was very scared of losing him at first. I wonder if Frankie is "nervous" about dating, or maybe she's scared of not finding Mr. right.

It just struck me as weird because Frankie has NEVER been scared about anything like this. Even after all the crap that occurs with Herriman, Bloo, and the others, she seemed generally cautious and nervous like she was really looking forward to dating a decent guy.

We all know in the end he WASN'T but my point being, I wonder if Frankie really wants a boyfriend.

I'll volunteer for that job right now. The rest of you, go home. ;D

Seriously though, I think it was just a case of first-date jitters. Plus she was probably excited to be going out at all; with all the work she does around the house, I doubt she has much time or energy left at the end of most days. A date would likely be a real treat for her. Too bad she ended up with such a jerk.

Hey, the line starts behind me first :blooevil: heh. And judging by most people's feelings towards Frankie, that line probably wraps around the block a couple times too.

Unfortunately, not everybody is all that fond of her. There are fanfics galore, and an occasional post here and there, that are quite negative. I can't understand why. She's such a sweetheart.

If she was nervous of anything it was probobly haveing to tell her dates of her life with Fosters. All those imaginary friends and responsabillitys, it's like a single mother trying to find a guy who dosen't mind the "extras".

I can think of a few people who'd be willing to put up with the "extras". We know she's worth it. :)

I doubt that Dylan Lee was Frankie's first date ever, since she probably was quite popular in college, but since she now works at Foster's, and taking care of Imaginary Friends is her career, she has to be a realist. Few guys are going to understand her passion about her career, or even that she still basically lives at home with her grandmother. Her situation is going to not only put a damper on her free time(which you need a lot of for a successful relationship), but pretty much stigmatizes her as "strange", to many of her peers. I'm sure that Frankie knows this, and is aware that even if she DOES meet "Mr. Right", KEEPING him is going to be a much greater challenge, and finding someone who understands, appreciates, and will remain happy with her career and her genuine love of Imaginary Friends, and the time constraints placed on her by her job, is going to be next to impossible. I do NOT believe that Frankie is the sort of woman who is just looking for a "one night stand", or a "weekend Romeo", either. She is the sort who believes in committment, firmly, since she herself is so committed to what she does.

pitbulllady

No I agree on the non "one night stand" bit, she's not that kind of person who'd just pick up the first guy that's datable and then dump him over the weekend. In regards to the fan fics thing, I haven't really come across any negative slashing about her and I too am surprised, she IS such a sweetheart!

The only thing I've ever seen in fics about Frankie is using her in a romance relationship with either Herriman or Mac. Herriman is just gross in that idea, and as weird as it sounds, i have seen good representations (as well as bad) on the issue of a 8 year old liking a 22 year old woman.

But that's another issue entirely. The reason I say she might have been nervous is because as nice as she may seem, we really have no idea if she's been on dates before, we can only assume and guess. Frankie's social and school life are pretty much up for grabs in the guessing game.

We know little about her background or her family outside of Madame Foster, hell, we don't even know who her parents are, or if they're alive or not. When comic con 2007 comes around, I'm going there and I'd like to go to the Foster's panel and ask em about that personally.

If Frankie was real, I probobly wouldan't have a chance to woo her. I'm not the most handsom guy around, I could stand to lose a pound or two and I'm not someone who realy likes to go out on the town. Ofcourse, if I met Frankie I would make the effort and I really respect people who do things similarly to Frankie (Retirment homes, orphanages ect) and I would love to get to visit a home of imaginary friends.:bloosmirk:
What I find interesting to think about is: What would it be like if Frankie decided to start a family? Would she wait untill she's around her mid thirties to have a kid? Would she take a break from her job to raise a kid, or do both at once? Would she hold her wedding at Fosters with all the imaginary friends?
These are things I like to think about, but we likely won't get an answer since the show wouldant touch anything that deep.:(

Frankie doesn't strike me as one to ever settle down, although I'm sure she'd have no trouble finding someone. And when it comes to children, she already has over 1000 kids, and I just don't think she'd need any more as long as she's working at Foster's.

But, if she ever did want a kid, I'd like to think she'd adopt. :D

Considering the chaos having all the IFs at her wedding would entail (I can imagine Bloo would pick their tearful wedding vows as the moment to loudly proclaim how boring this is and when are they going to bring out the cake already), I do believe that is a fantastic idea.

Either way, Frankie would make a wonderful mother.:D

Absolutely. Anyone who's seen her at work on the series, seen her caring side, can attest to that. The part where she was taking care of the infant IF's in "Imposter's" always comes to mind when I think about Frankie as a mom.

I can't see myself romantically linked to Frankie either. I'm quite introverted, have Asperger's Syndrome, not very physically handsome nor outgoing and, quite frankly, have absolutely no interest to get involved in relationships or dating anytime soon, especially seeing as how vapid and trivialized these things have become thanks to our MTV-minded culture.

That said, I admire her to no end. Being an introvert also means that I know all-too-well of what it's like to be a social outcast; and this show is primarily about imaginary friends who are abandoned because it's deemed culturally unacceptable upon reaching a certain age in the show's universe. Because of that, I just can't help but love Frankie for being so dedicated towards the well-being of living entities that are most likely looked down upon by general society, especially "hip" youngsters(Including those idiot "macho men" who would otherwise have no trouble making her their "trophy girlfriend"). Such dedication and compassion adds much depth of purity to her external attractiveness, I think.

Whether or not I'd ever be with Frankie(if she were real) doesn't matter to me. What I want is for her to continue being the wonderful, refreshing, three-dimensional, flawed-yet-goldhearted character she is.

You have... whatnow?

I think Frankie would adopt... but it's also possible she'd have kids of her own, too.

I think she would. She grew up in Foster's, surrounded by all the friends. They're her family, they'd be there. Also, weddings are expensive. Why not have it at Foster's? Its a big house with a kitchen designed for large output, lots of room, expansive lawn and gardens. And its free.

I think everyone should really stop selling themselves so short and realize what it is your saying. First off, if anyone on this board knows ANYTHING about Frankie then you should know that looks aren't everything, she cares what's INSIDE.

Hell, she proved it after she dumped that schmuck of a boyfriend after he ripped on Mac and Bloo. Frankie isn't after macho types or super hero romeo types or anything like that, why do you think she didn't fall for that prince charming imaginary friend?

The fact that everyone says how sweet and caring she is leads me to believe that if she truly liked or loved someone, looks or weight or any of that stuff would be the least of her worries. Frankie lives to care and Mac and the others know it.

I too think Frankie is a bit too spirited to settle down now, but down the line I could easily see her wanting to get married and of COURSE having it at Foster's. I could so see Wilt being the priest, and Bloo being put as the flower girl for kicks 8D.

If Frankie did get married, odds are she'd want a kid of her own rather then adopt but I still think she'd stay close to Foster's and either still live in it or near by it. Foster's is her life and she's not gonna give that up until the day she dies.

Considering how dedicated she is to her job, I'd say that much is certain. I don't think Frankie would have any problem getting romantically involved with anyone, because we know what kind of person she is and what matters most to her. If you really think Frankie would judge you on looks or weight, then you don't really know her at all.

Thing is... I kinda don't know her at all because I've only seen a handful of the episodes. Teletoon is awful about that.:(
I see Frankie takeing Madam Fosters place as head-honcho and Mac takeing her old job. That just seems like the natural coarse of things.

well, she did dump that animated version of Sam Hornish Jr.

If she dumps a professional race car driver, then, shucks.... I just wanted to say that

Well, I could see Wilt giving her away . You have to have a license to marry people, and he's not a cleric, justice of the peace or ship's captain as far as we've seen :P
Bloo could be the ring bearer (and probably lose the rings, on top of it. Or try to use them in the arcade machines)

Absolutely. She can be touchy about her own weight, of course. But when it comes to other people, no way.

That's something I love about Frankie's character designe. She's not skinny. You can see that she's a healthy weight and not a toothpick. :)

Except for her legs. The leeegs!

Well her legs are roughly the width of a drinking straw but besides that...

You know I always thought Frankie would get married, but she wouldn't move away. If anything, she'd find someone who would live with her the house, or at least close-by, so that she could stay at Foster's. I mean she's been there long enough as it is. ;) I think those like Wilt and Ed would miss her terribly if she went far away anyhow.
And if she had kids, I could just see Wilt babysitting. LOL :D (He'd make a great father-figure anyhow.)

Thats how I picture it. Frnakie's husband moveing into Fosters would be nice.

That's why I believe that Wilt would make a great HUSBAND-he's ALREADY at Foster's, he understands Frankie's job and her passion for what she does, he's got that parenting thing already down-pact(something a lot of men never do get the hang of), he has no problem with the "C word"("committment"), he is patient and compassionate, he does not have issues with house-cleaning, he can fix up cars(trust me on the importance of having a guy around who can do THAT), he can dance like nobody's business...I could go on and on. Frankie is simply not going to find another guy who who can do all that Wilt can do AND be willing to live at Foster's and give up some of the time that they could spend together so that Frankie can take care of a bunch of Imaginary Friends. A lot might SAY they are willing at first, but after awhile, when reality sinks in, they will either start bugging her about moving out, or they will start having interest in other women on the side. I seriously doubt that Frankie would EVER have to worry about Wilt doing THAT, at least.

pitbulllady

I don't think Wilt's the only "one" out there who will understand Frankie's needs. There's someone out there for everyone and even if they don't see eye to eye on everything, if the couple really cares for each other, they will be willing to make compromises and help what's most important to each other.

Frankie doesn't have to live at Foster's forever to be there for them, she just needs to live relatively close by. Any guy who hooks up with her will find it hard not to notice her love for taking care of imaginary friends. And if he truly does like Frankie for who she is, he'd accept her job as a part of who she is.

You don't have to be imagined up to be the right guy (or girl) for someone, all you need is heart, understanding, and above all be yourself.

I've spent the better part of the last 20 years looking for that someone, and if he's out there, he's living at the bottom of the ocean under a rock or something! Take it from somebody who's played that game, it is NOT easy finding that "perfect somebody", IF they even exist at all! It's all nice and sweet to believe that they're out there, somewhere, and it's all a matter of time before Fate brings you together, but one look at the divorce rates, coupled with enough time and experience, will usually burst that bubble. I KNOW from experience how hard it is to find somebody, and I've since given up the search. Frankie's case is gonna be even tougher than mine, since she lives at home with her grandmother and has a job which not only is demanding, but extremely unique. Sure, there are plenty of guys who will claim that they understand and can deal with it, but as the old saying goes, when the going gets tough, the tough get going! Been There, Done THAT, so I know just how empty those promises can be, and what a difficult task Frankie would have in finding someone who really MEANS what they say, and won't back down from their promises.

pitbulllady

I trust you'll understand if I'm feeling more than a little insulted. Given the opportunity, I can and will gladly do everything you said above about Wilt for the right woman. As far as I'm concerned, Frankie is that woman. I understand what you're saying, as I've been looking just as long as you and have also given up the search, but your experiences have nothing to do with me, and you have no right to make such assumptions about me or anyone else. I know what kind of a man I am, I know what I'm capable of and what's in my heart, and I say to you, put me in that house with all those crazy, messy Imaginary Friends and the woman I love. You may deliver your apology to our grandchildren.

Not to mention Frankie doesn't seem like she's looking for that special someone, at least not now.

About the whole "how Frankie judges others" thing, maybe I should make myself clear: I never said she'd judge people by mere surface aspects, AND DO NOT BELIEVE IT AT ALL. If she really were that shallow, I wouldn't like her at all.

My main emphasis was on the fact that I'm introverted and an "Aspie"(slang for Asperger's), which has to do with my PERSONALITY, making me quite socially awkward... and then(which maybe I should've cited as well) there's her rather unique job. Even if Frankie loved me enough to want to be my wife(As opposed to the more plausible scenario of her simply liking me and wanting to be my friend) and I chose to move in to live at Foster's(which I'd do GLADLY)--I nonetheless wouldn't last long trying to help with her chores. Sure, I'd stick it out and remain 100% loyal to her... but I'd probably collapse.

But that's if I WANTED to be in a relationship with her. The fact is, I don't want to, it's just not for me. If she were real, I'd be more than happy with just being good friends with her, helping her out once in a while, and being thrilled at the fact that she accepts me for who I am. I'll let Cassini have Frankie "all to himself", since he's a far bigger fan than I'll ever be ;)

In regards to both what Cassi and Pitbull lady said, just because Fate has someone for you, doesn't necessarily mean that person is going to come when you want them to. I have been on the same railroad you've guys have been on, and I've been run over more times then i have been picked up.

Life isn't a cartoon, it's hard, it's painful, it's difficult, and it's complicated. But if there's one thing I've learned from all my years living and watching into fantasy worlds, it's that giving up is NEVER the answer. The road of love is hard and a pain in the ass, let's be honest, but that doesn't mean it's not worth walking.

Frankie is a sign of what is worth trying for and who is worth looking for. We were not meant to be on this world to be alone, and I don't care if rates or numbers or statistics of any kind say otherwise, I know there is someone out there for me and it's only a matter of time until I find her and discover that.

I may sound like a hippie, or a sap, or a total idiot, but I believe in my heart we have a mate out there for each and everyone of us and no matter how crappy this life or anyone else in it treats you, giving up is not the way. Take my advice if you like, or don't, it's your choice, I'm just giving my 2 cents.

I just want you guys to know that i've been where you've been, many times more then you think, and I know from personal expierence that this is worth searching for.

Don't sell yourself short, dude; you're stronger than you think. :)

Mr. Marshmellow, I must say I admire your dedication, and I hope you find your "special other" soon.

Personally, I haven't given up; I'm just not willing yet. Right now, I want to pursue my studies, my education, my future career, my hobbies and interests, et al. When I'm mature and stable and "ready" enough, THEN I'll go looking for my "special other". And I'll be completely honest: I'm not the kind who just asks out any random attractive girl from a bar, for the mere sake of it. I'm sorry, but I just don't roll that way. I want to take something as important in life as love more seriously than that.

And to roll things back on-topic: that's one thing I just completely love about Frankie. She's at that age where relationships and socializing are so crucial to most other people; but she sacrifices such things for a cause she genuinely believes in.

I think that if you do care for someone enough, you would make the effort to make things work. I daydream, but I havent started the hunt for my lady yet. I know for a fact that if I found her, I would fight through my anxiety (a condition I take medication for) and my overly shy nature. If she dosent appreceate that, then she wouldant be my loving lady.
I know that if Frankie were real, I would make the effort to desrve her. I'm not a dream-man in any way, but I WILL sacrafice things if I have too. Relationships are all about sacrafice, and Frankie has made alot. If I wanted to win the heart of a girl in Frankies position, I would have to give up alot to be with her. It would only be fair.

Very, very well put. :frankiesmile:

I agree. Frankie is someone who is kind and sweet enough that is worth putting up crap with, work, money, gas, commuting, whatever. That's the whole reason I go on and that's why everyone else should to, because that is what is worth working for. If I knew anyone like Frankie I would work my ASS off to be with her.

That's what life is, compromising. You do what you have to do, and someone like Frankie is worth compromising for. If I met Frankie I would do whatever it took to prove to her that I am willing to do what it takes to make a relationship work. Whether she lives at Foster's for the rest of her life or works there every day.

The point is someone as special as her is worth the dedication. I don't dwell on the past and I don't hold grudges, I've tried and failed at relationships but that's no reason to never get back on the horse and try it again. Frankie is a kind and caring person and I myself am amazed at how seriously I am looking at her right now.

I never thought I could relate such "purity" through a cartoon character. I know Frankie will never be real nor any of the other fictional characters I have enjoyed and admired in the past. But I know that I will find my special someone, and wether its in 5 years or 5 minutes, once you have her, that's ALL that matters.

If your not happy and you don't feel like its right, then its not. Take it from Frankie, love requires work and dedication to get what your dreaming after and unless your willing to do that, you won't ever truly find what your looking for.

Personally, I don't believe in soulmates, love at first sight or any of that. I feel that if you're to busy looking for someone, you'll miss ten other perfectly good someones in the process. I'll just be happy to ride the roller coaster once or twice. :bloocross:

As for Frankie, she's probably also not actively searching for Mr. Right at this point in her life, nor to I think she places romance high on her list of priorites, or else her character would be so much different from the one we know and love.

If the last few pages are any indication, some of us seem to have differing opinions on this matter.

I greatly admire Mr. Marshmellow's enthusiasm and dedication. At the same time, however, I can't deny that I'm HAPPY being single at the moment. Key word, AT THE MOMENT. I definitely won't remain "alone" for the rest of my life. I'm 16, turning 17 next month, and am going on my final year of high school. I've had a fair amount of friends, and even a few close female acquaintances, but none of them ever formed into a serious relationship. And unfortunately, though for different reasons, I can somewhat feel the pessimism that PBL displayed in her last post here; as I went from elementary to middle and high school, I found less friends and more bullies and jerks. (And I do know what a broken heart feels like, not through a romantic relationship, but an ill-fated friendship in middle school which I'd rather not talk about in detail)

I've yet to meet that soulmate, because I've yet to get into the hunt for her. I won't do so until I'm ready; until I've become stable, secure, mature(but still willing to have fun), more socially apt and have built myself into enough of a responsible man worthy of a good girl. You might say I'm planning to work BEFORE I've actually met her.

But again, Mr. Marshmellow, I like and respect your very dedicated attitude, and I wish the best for you :frankiesmile: