Message: "Re: Pollyanna" - Behind the Name

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Re: Pollyanna

by Laslow (Buneary)

6/14/2017, 3:12 PM

I think it's kinda corny as a name, since it's a term for someone who's excessively optimistic, plus the term is mostly used in a negative context. Other than that, it sounds kinda frilly.

I have read the book Pollyanna, and I enjoyed it. There's also an old anime series based on the book and its sequel. (Has anyone else here besides me read the book?)

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- Tassiegirl

6/14/2017, 6:56 PM

Yes, I've read the book, also the sequel, Pollyanna, grown up and married, with children.

- RDNZL

6/14/2017, 5:02 PM

I read the book. It's okay.

- queenv +2

6/14/2017, 4:41 PM

No, but I know Hayley Mills starred in the movie, and she annoys the bejesus out of me.

Is anyone else annoyed by Hayley Mills?

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- number1212

6/14/2017, 9:02 PM

Hayley Mills doesn't bother me, but that movie is ingrained in my head.

- RDNZL

6/14/2017, 5:02 PM

Nope. I love Hayley Mills.

- Tisiphone

6/14/2017, 4:36 PM

I adored the book! And agree with the aunt - Pollyanna is a ridiculous name :)

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