They Just Don't Make 'Em Like That Anymore: Clark Kent from Smallville

     I'm aware that the title of this post makes me sound like a cranky old person, and I don't care.  I am also aware that Smallville has been over for almost a year.  Lucky for me, though, I have a sister who has wanted to watch the show for a long time.  After saving her money, she purchased the complete series set of DVDs.  That's ten seasons, people, so we've got our evenings planned for several weeks to come.  We are now almost done with season two, and the process has been very enjoyable so far. 
     Smallville, for those of you who don't know, is a show about Clark Kent as he's a teenager and young adult.  I realize that since it's a show about a superhero it's not exactly the most realistic portrayal of life.  Of course I know this.  That's why I'm watching TV.  Anyway, let's talk about the adorable Clark Kent for a few minutes.
     Clark Kent is played by the sexy yet puppy-like Tom Welling.  He looks exactly like what you would think young Clark Kent would look like.  He lives with his parents (adopted, obviously, since he's from the planet Krypton) on a farm in Kansas. 
     This may make me sound like an innocent, wide-eyed little girl, but where is the real-life Clark Kent?  When I ask this question, this is what I'm looking for.  Clark Kent is a good kid.  I didn't even know those existed anymore.  He is respectful and obedient to his parents who have taught him to be a compassionate and honest person.  He stands up for those who can not stand up for themselves.  He almost always does the right thing, and he doesn't expect recognition for it.  He's a hard worker.  He gladly helps his parents out on the farm, using his powers to do a lot of the heavy lifting.  He's polite.  He doesn't use his powers to take advantage of others (unless he's under the influence of red Krypton, of course).  He doesn't use his X-ray vision to check out girls.  He's also a good friend.  He defends his friends and family however he can.
     I'm not saying that there are no more good people left in the world today.  However, rarely will you find someone (especially young people) do good for others without looking for some kind of reward or recognition.  Most people only look out for themselves and want to know what you can do for them.  I just wish there were a few more Clark Kents out there, and I hope I can have some of his positive characteristics.