I sure wish I had that “Woman’s prerogative to change her mind” at a blackjack table when visiting Vegas! Of course, changing gender to take advantage of such a prerogative does complicate things….
I wonder if I took a break from this strip and came back in 5 years would this story arc be done, or would I be able to pick the plot right back up? Much like a soap I used to watch, lol.
When she thinks about something new, it’s exciting. When she thinks about leaving, it’s daunting and sad. Unfortunately, you can’t live somewhere new without leaving where you already live unless you are rich enough to afford a second home.
You know,the thing that hits me about this is how true the step-wise back-and-forth process is, to making a really huge decision without external pressure that forces your hand. I mean, if you have a job transfer or you discover you’re pregnant or your elderly parent has to be moved to hospice, you have no choice but to change your life around on the spot. Deciding to get married, to start a family, to end a marriage, to move for reasons of personal choice . . . those are decisions I always see people go back and forth on until they are heartily sick of thinking about it. But then they do finally take action, one way or another. When I’ve been in that situation myself, it almost feels like practicing — like going up on the high dive as a little kid but then being afraid to jump off even though you really want to do it. But if you keep trying, even if you back out several times in a row (going back down the ladder, and yes I did that), there’s a time when you take that plunge and jump. Maybe we just need to work up to it sometimes, I don’t know. But this arc sure makes me think of those times.
The wife and I did this – left our beloved house. For one thing, it got to be too much work. I felt bad for awhile, but no longer. Last week the drier was overheating. Called the office and someone came and climbed on the roof to clean out the vent. Rent is cheaper than a broken hip. And we’re just a mile from the grandkids. Change is hard but change is good. Last year I couldn’t walk around the MN State Fair for the first time ever due to spinal stenosis. This year my grown kids took me in a wheel chair and we had a great time. Be close to your kids. And young people, don’t be afraid to have kids. When you’re old that may be all you have in life that’s good (it certainly won’t be your health). And when you have kids show them how to take care of you by taking care of your parents. My mom moved to MN after my dad died with my disabled sister. I made sure they never needed or paid for anything, even though we weren’t exactly rich ourselves. I’d drag my son with me when we needed to plow out mom’s driveway and walk. Now, my kids take care of us. My brother, OTOH, left most of the caretaking to me. And one of his kids whined when my brother asked him to mow the lawn at his cabin. Even though he’s quite well off, he didn’t even offer to pay a handyman to mow. My brother’s in his late seventies.
Judging solely by the coyness of the dialogue, my virtual money is on the call not being about moving or real estate. My virtual nose (which works better than my real one) says it is something like an invitation to sail on the sloop John B, so to speak.
I thought the drive to see the kids took weeks of planning and finding a house/cat sitter? Now they are just going to drop everything to drive up the next day?
Well, my low level humor can’t leave out the stooges. Some of the best puns ever. My brother gave an attorney friend of his a Dewey, Cheatem and Howe law firm sign that he made.
Da'Dad 23 days ago
Like it was said before, Gus just knows when something needs doing. He’s JJ’s straighten outer.
AnneFackler 23 days ago
Another fine mess you’ve gotten us in to.
Laurel & Hardy
Carl Premium Member 23 days ago
It’s a woman’s prerogative to change a man’s mind for him.
BJDucer 23 days ago
I sure wish I had that “Woman’s prerogative to change her mind” at a blackjack table when visiting Vegas! Of course, changing gender to take advantage of such a prerogative does complicate things….
ddl297 23 days ago
“Women’s prerogative”, “women’s intuition”. Bah! I’ll switch genders just to have men’s sharp wits and better muscle tone!
JessieRandySmithJr. 23 days ago
Very seldom have I ever heard of a woman liking it when a man changes his mind.
sarahbowl1 Premium Member 23 days ago
Can’t wait until tomorrow!
NeedaChuckle Premium Member 23 days ago
Yes! No! Yes! No! etc. etc. etc. Will someone make up their minds before I go out of mine!!
CaptAmerica11 23 days ago
I wonder if this “move” will turn out like the sailboat Gus gave/sold them and it vanished into thin air.
Woodguydave Premium Member 23 days ago
This story line is being drawn out way too long…
Just-me 23 days ago
My wife reserves the right to change her mind and mine as well.
kingbrlee Premium Member 23 days ago
DawnQuinn1 23 days ago
Eventually they will make up their minds… but don’t hold your breath waiting. lol
jonesbeltone 23 days ago
Arlo keep your mouth closed and “feets, do your stuff”.
ChessPirate 23 days ago
Woman: !?⦸⟳❗✋❔❌️❗♻️⚠️☑️⚖️↩️↪️
Man: ❓
DaBump Premium Member 23 days ago
When Gus says so, it’s time to take a look.
RonMcCalip 23 days ago
Way to GO Gus!
SteveR405 23 days ago
I’m happy that Janis changed her mind only because of some strange reason I’d like to see this place that Gus picked out.
slelareader 23 days ago
I wonder if I took a break from this strip and came back in 5 years would this story arc be done, or would I be able to pick the plot right back up? Much like a soap I used to watch, lol.
mjpalmer 23 days ago
go go go…..embrace the adventure
djvang76 23 days ago
Just when you think the roller coaster ride is over. Enough already!
timinwsac Premium Member 22 days ago
A prerogative?? I thought it was a requirement.
MuddyUSA Premium Member 22 days ago
Attagirl Janis……..
dadlivonia 22 days ago
look at it on Zillow before going
Dr_Fogg 22 days ago
Noooooo!!!!
Lord King Wazmo Premium Member 22 days ago
Jansie’s a psycho.
elgrecousa Premium Member 22 days ago
I guess we’re back into familiar territory. End it, please!
Flossie Mud Duck 22 days ago
You MUST move. Let your house and all its memories inspire another generation. Think of the fun it will have with new kids.
jbarnes 22 days ago
When she thinks about something new, it’s exciting. When she thinks about leaving, it’s daunting and sad. Unfortunately, you can’t live somewhere new without leaving where you already live unless you are rich enough to afford a second home.
Out of the Past 22 days ago
I think when this moving thing started I had a preference. Now I don’t care, I just want it over.
Dawn Premium Member 22 days ago
You know,the thing that hits me about this is how true the step-wise back-and-forth process is, to making a really huge decision without external pressure that forces your hand. I mean, if you have a job transfer or you discover you’re pregnant or your elderly parent has to be moved to hospice, you have no choice but to change your life around on the spot. Deciding to get married, to start a family, to end a marriage, to move for reasons of personal choice . . . those are decisions I always see people go back and forth on until they are heartily sick of thinking about it. But then they do finally take action, one way or another. When I’ve been in that situation myself, it almost feels like practicing — like going up on the high dive as a little kid but then being afraid to jump off even though you really want to do it. But if you keep trying, even if you back out several times in a row (going back down the ladder, and yes I did that), there’s a time when you take that plunge and jump. Maybe we just need to work up to it sometimes, I don’t know. But this arc sure makes me think of those times.
lawguy05 22 days ago
Flip flop, flip flop.
eced52 22 days ago
Has five minutes passed already? She must be a fan of Will Rogers.
Cadi Fuhler 22 days ago
It’s a woman’s prerogative to change her man’s mind.
DanMercer 22 days ago
The wife and I did this – left our beloved house. For one thing, it got to be too much work. I felt bad for awhile, but no longer. Last week the drier was overheating. Called the office and someone came and climbed on the roof to clean out the vent. Rent is cheaper than a broken hip. And we’re just a mile from the grandkids. Change is hard but change is good. Last year I couldn’t walk around the MN State Fair for the first time ever due to spinal stenosis. This year my grown kids took me in a wheel chair and we had a great time. Be close to your kids. And young people, don’t be afraid to have kids. When you’re old that may be all you have in life that’s good (it certainly won’t be your health). And when you have kids show them how to take care of you by taking care of your parents. My mom moved to MN after my dad died with my disabled sister. I made sure they never needed or paid for anything, even though we weren’t exactly rich ourselves. I’d drag my son with me when we needed to plow out mom’s driveway and walk. Now, my kids take care of us. My brother, OTOH, left most of the caretaking to me. And one of his kids whined when my brother asked him to mow the lawn at his cabin. Even though he’s quite well off, he didn’t even offer to pay a handyman to mow. My brother’s in his late seventies.
flagmichael 22 days ago
Judging solely by the coyness of the dialogue, my virtual money is on the call not being about moving or real estate. My virtual nose (which works better than my real one) says it is something like an invitation to sail on the sloop John B, so to speak.
Vaporman 22 days ago
I read it a bit too quickly, and I actually think it’s funnier this way:
“It’s a woman’s prerogative to change her mind and change her man’s, too.”
locake 22 days ago
I thought the drive to see the kids took weeks of planning and finding a house/cat sitter? Now they are just going to drop everything to drive up the next day?
viniragu 22 days ago
Every time Janis takes a shnit she changes her mind !!!
DorothyGlenn Premium Member 22 days ago
Gus found a restaurant/resort/fishing basin/Cypressgarden/chicken farm?
DorothyGlenn Premium Member 22 days ago
Well, my low level humor can’t leave out the stooges. Some of the best puns ever. My brother gave an attorney friend of his a Dewey, Cheatem and Howe law firm sign that he made.
David Huie Green AmericaIsGreatItHasUs 19 days ago
Everybody has the prerogative of changing his or her mind?
DOES NOT COMPUTE DOES NOT COMPUTE DOES NOT COMPUTE DOES NOT COMPUTE….