PegLegs and Me

  Whenever I hear the phrase “don’t rain on my parade,” I always think of that Robin Williams movie Mrs. Doubtfire where he’s doing a montage with his brother to find the right look, and they sing the Barbara Streisand song. But here’s a little history: It was first created by songwriter Bob Merrill and then composed by the famous Jule Styne back in 1964 when they birthed the song “Don’t Rain on My Parade.” But most people wouldn’t know that or those names because it gained widespread popularity after Barbara Streisand sang it in the 1964 musical “Funny Girl.” I’m quite aware of the fact that the original words are “don’t rain on my parade”, but it somehow lacks a real punch. It’s a far more extreme emotional experience than the phrase lets onto. Let’s say, for example, you’re having a conversation with a (so-called) bestie about a life-altering experience. You’re super excited and share this new joy in your life with your friend, but for some reason you can’t help but feel lik...