Four Fictional Characters Tag

Amaris at The Storybook Journal has tagged me for the Four Fictional Character's Tag. So *clears throat* the task at hand:

The Rules:

1. Link back to the person who tagged you

2. List four fictional characters (use pictures if you want! They can be from movies or books) and, if you like, describe what they're like and why you believe they relate to you

3. Tag a few other blog people! Three, or four, or even twenty. :) Share the fun!

Be sure to let them know you've tagged them! 

As I have a habit of games here at the blog, I already have the Who Do You Think You Are series. That being so, I'm not going to 'relate' to any of the characters I've previously related to in those posts.

1. Tigress, from Kung Fu Panda
Tigress has had my interest from the first. I think that's partly because she's a tiger. (I have a soft spot for tigers.) However, I do relate to her personality. Here's a few reasons why:
I know that I have "skills". When I feel like those skills aren't being appreciated, I get frustrated and might try to take on tasks that are not mine to handle. (Even when I've been called or warned off.) It's not that I'm looking for recognition, I just want to take the task head on. I am very protective of those around me. And I do have a hard time being 'gentle' sometimes. I might be seen as unapproachable but that's usually because I'm quiet and feel out of place in large companies.

2. Mara, from Mara: Daughter of the Nile
Well, this might be another strange choice. However, you girls should know by now that Cordy is strange so these picks really shouldn't come as any surprise. Anyway, in rereading Mara (I got it for Christmas, what else are you supposed to do with it), I started drawing parallels between the two of us. I was rather shocked but here goes. Mara is not a straight shooter. She has a deceptive side to her and yes, I too have a side of deception. It's not something I'm overly proud of (unless it comes in handy in something like a surprise situation) but it is something of a talent I possess. Sometimes I am legitimately clever and other times, I only think I am. Ever heard of pride goeth before the fall...yeah, I've fallen a time or two. Now with all that being said, I've also got a caring side to me. I will care for and protect those I feel a responsibility for. And even if those feelings aren't always apparent, they're still there.

3. Lady Harriet from Wives and Daughters
When I was asking my family for suggestions this was my sister's idea. Lady Harriet has a splendid understanding of people and she knows how to work her influence. She has a self-assurance that enables her to conduct herself with no other motive then the aiding others. Her style might not be everyone's liking as her lightheartedness offended Molly at one time. But she did change so as not to repeat the offence. Well, that is a fine characterization of Lady Harriet, Cordy now which part of that is you...right.
Like Lady Harriet Cordy..
Doesn't really accept negative opinions about herself from those outside her personal circle. I used to, but I learned that people that aren't really involved with me really have NO idea what their talking about. Haha. So outside opinions are easy to brush off.
Might be rather sly in aiding a friend. I'm pretty good at making sure people don't know what I'm doing if I'm trying to do them a favor. *shrugs* I think it's a fun challenge.
Doesn't mind confrontations. I'm not really looking for them but if a Mr. Preston comes riding along I'm not afraid of voicing my thoughts. I'd feel even better about it if I had a horse and a fabulous, vibrant riding outfit. But I do what I can. Hahaha.
SO there you have a little bit about Cordy and Lady Harriet in random spurts of third and first person. Sorry about that. ;P

4. Samwise Gamgee, from the Lord of the Rings
This choice is by far the most eye opening for me. Several months ago I was at a friend's house having a Lord of the Rings Marathon with a group of friends. At one point in the movie a friend jokingly observed that I was like Sam. I strongly denied the fact as I didn't have Sam's calm and self-control. My argument didn't stand up as a few moments later Sam aggressively defended Frodo. So, I started to think about it and I was surprised to find how many similarities I shared with Sam.
I don't want you to get me wrong, I'm not slamming Sam. In fact, he has always been a character that I looked up to as someone I could never be. But now, I'm just going to go into some of the traits we share.
1. Sam will take it, but don't go for family or friends.
Sam will take all kinds of grief about himself and his simple ways. However, don't go after those he loves. Sam is brave and he is a protector! Me too.
2. His wonder.
I'm sorry, I would be ecstatic to meet elves too! I mean, who wouldn't? But it's not just the elves that amaze him, he's amazed by Oliphants and the world outside of the Shire as a whole. I have kept a large part of my wonder and I hope it's something that I never grow out of.
3. Sam likes simple comforts.
I know that being on an adventure would be all kinds of fun, but in the end, I would long for my garden, my bed, and yes, for good food!
4. Sam goes with his gut.
If I'm not keen on you, it's my gut talkin' and until it's proven wrong, I might keep my distance. Just sayin'.

Well, it has literally taken me a few months to fill this out. However, I still want to tag a few people. This is optional, naturally, and if you just want to answer in the comments, that's fine as well.

Cordy Tags:

Miss March

Natalie

Olivia

Rosie McCann

Rae

MovieCritic

And I'll stop now because I could carry that list on. :) If I missed one of you (I know I did) and you're intrigued by this tag, do fill it out and be sure to let me know about it! Oh, and to those I did tag, as it took me fourish months to fill this out, you should know, there's no rush. ;D

Yours truly,
Cordy

P.S. Also since writing all of the above I've discovered the Mary Tyler Moore Show . . . I think I might be a Rhoda. Just sayin'. She's hilarious and I "get" her!