Welcome, Mr. Punch! My New Puppet from Bryan Clarke!

He’s here! Finally! The moment I’ve been waiting for for many weeks has finally arrived. A package was delivered on my doorstep today—one that I’ve been expecting. My regular readers know just how long I’ve been waiting for him.

I opened the door and gasped. There it was—a casket shaped box upon which had been written “To: Mr. Joseph Crisalli—USA, From: Bryan Clarke—U.K. Contents: Puppet.” Yes, he’s here. My Mr. Punch! My very own Mr. Punch—handmade for me by Bryan Clarke—the famous and celebrated “Professor Jingles” who, in addition to his decades of performing has been making the finest Punch & Judy figures in the world.

I knew that my new Mr. Punch would be stunning. But, I had no idea just HOW stunning he would be. He’s gorgeous! Perfect in every detail—from his magnificent costume to his masterfully carved face, hands, legs and exquisite paint job.

I’m one happy puppeteer-in-training today. I just couldn’t be more thrilled. So, join me in welcoming Mr. Punch—all the way from the English coast. I suspect he’ll be joined by a “Judy” in the near future.

I recommend that you visit Mr. Clarke’s Web site to get a look at his unparelled work. Even if you’re not a puppeteer, if you appreciate fine workmanship, the photos of his exceptional puppets are sure to please you!

Three cheers for Mr. Punch! Texas had better watch out! “Yeehaw” and “that’s the way to do it!”