Hermie the Elf

Let's start at the beginning. So, Kevin was studying to be a physical therapist before deciding to become a dentist. A little unusual, yes, but a great decision in the end.

When Kevin started dental school at UNC, he let his hair grow out. Around Christmas time that year, students, family members, and friends started to see a resemblence between Kevin and the elf named Hermie. Hermie starred in the classic Christmas claymation movie Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer as a "misfit" because he wanted to be a dentist instead of a toymaker. Thus, there appears to be more than just a physical similarity between Kevin and Hermie. As such, we've been the recipients of these two adorable Hermie dolls that move and sing.

Malachi is absolutely fascinated with these two dolls. See for yourself!