Cathy Classics by Cathy Guisewite for March 09, 2021
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Irving: When I succeed at a task in my "brain training" program, I get a little "ping!" as a reward! Cathy: You've been locked in here all evening trying to earn a "PING"?? Irving: Not JUST a "ping"! when I get to higher levels, I also earn POP-UP PICTURES and FUNNY ANIMATED "HOORAYS"! I WANT TO KEEP COMING BACK FOR MORE! Cathy: Sooner or later, we all regret the fortune we've spent on bubble bath and cologne.
Auntie Socialist over 3 years ago
Slot machines work that way too
vaughnrl2003 Premium Member over 3 years ago
Seduction is a delicate balance of challenge and reward. Just the right amounts leads to satisfaction.
summerdog over 3 years ago
Any addiction works that way.
Lola85 Premium Member over 3 years ago
My husband is this way with what I call “Nanny Fitbit.”
hendelca Premium Member over 3 years ago
I wonder if there are in-app purchases to make it easier to get the next ping, picture, or hooray. If so this is probably costing Irving a small fortune. Those $5.99 purchases add up fast!
Ok, I am now even more confused than normal. Two days ago it was very cold and definitely winter. Today it is sunny and warm – like 42F. This will certainly reduce the amount of snow just in time to prepare for the end of March snow storms we sometimes get. Ah well, I had better enjoy it while it lasts. Please enjoy your day too.
mistercatworks over 3 years ago
Prescient of online learning courses for the young.
gobblingup Premium Member over 3 years ago
If it works for him, that’s great. I’m more self-motivated, so a ping wouldn’t make me want to continue, but that’s fine. It’s like love languages, where different things work for different people.
Hello Cathy friends! Happy Tuesday! Have a great day, all!
rgcviper over 3 years ago
My first thought on this one was: OK, Irving—I’m cutting you off.
But, as others have said, if it works for him …
HI, MOM. Hello, Clan.
Gretchen's Mom over 3 years ago
Nothing tonight.
Just wanted to drop by and wish our dearest friend Aaron a very HAPPY 46th birthday today! We miss you very much and hope that wherever you and Dr. Billy are, you’re both doing well, and we continue to hold out hope that you’ll rejoin us here again someday. Love you guys! ♥
lindz.coop Premium Member over 3 years ago
For him…cologne????…might as well skip it.
lindz.coop Premium Member over 3 years ago
Yes…Happy Birthday to Aaron…wherever you have gone.