I like the million mile Rolls on the blog. I know from having been a valet car parker that they do, in fact, still make them like that.
The first time you ever open the door of a Rolls Royce, it’s a trippy experience, because you realize the door mechanism has all these extra parts which are there just to ensure smooth operation.
The door of a Rolls doesn’t just open; it glides open, gracefully, and without abruptness. A normal car door seems almost violent by comparison.
Actually, no, they don’t make them like that any more. Rolls Royce is now owned by BMW, and the modern Rolls-Royce is mostly German. Has been for the last fifteen years. Even before that, the legendary Rolls-Royce build quality was mostly that – legendary. Once upon a time, that was probably not the case, but in the 80’s or 90’s, it certainly was.
Oh, and as far as high mileage goes, the current record holder is a Volvo owned by a man in New York (not the city), which has almost 3 million miles on it. There are many other cars with over a million miles.
Who was this “Jack Bunny” of whom you speak, as though to confuse us with misdirected thoughts of Jack Benny? Some lagomorph identity thief? I say to thee, bunny, you’re no hat. I have many hats, and you’re none of them.
As soon as I heard the very similar statements in the political debate that perhaps inspired today’s comic, I had the perfect response (and I was glad the not all that bright target of them wasn’t able to come up with it).“And you’re no LBJ. Now let’s get back to the issues.”
♬ Del Monte PicklesCool and green and crunchyPut a pickle on your shopping listDel Monte pickles are pickle-barrel crisp! ♬
Growing up in New York in the 50’s gave one the opportunity to walk into delis with sawdust on the floor and extract a giant kosher dill from the barrel with tongs. Unbeatable.
My wife and I make our own pickles; small gherkins and dilly beans. I also make jalapeño jelly which is terrific. I fry an egg and some Virginia ham and place it on my homemade bread along with some of the jalapeño jam and it makes a tasty sandwich. Our dill pickles have a nice crunch to them.
I read these and think: " I’m probably the only one who gets this." Then I see in the comments everyone gets it. Then I think: “I’m probably the only person I know who would get this if they were to read it.” So I never tell anyone about it in case they would get it.
Nebulous Premium Member almost 12 years ago
And he’s still only 39.
FLIGHT SUIT almost 12 years ago
I like the million mile Rolls on the blog. I know from having been a valet car parker that they do, in fact, still make them like that.
The first time you ever open the door of a Rolls Royce, it’s a trippy experience, because you realize the door mechanism has all these extra parts which are there just to ensure smooth operation.
The door of a Rolls doesn’t just open; it glides open, gracefully, and without abruptness. A normal car door seems almost violent by comparison.
pcolli almost 12 years ago
Blog: You should consider…..Here I am.
farren almost 12 years ago
Actually, no, they don’t make them like that any more. Rolls Royce is now owned by BMW, and the modern Rolls-Royce is mostly German. Has been for the last fifteen years. Even before that, the legendary Rolls-Royce build quality was mostly that – legendary. Once upon a time, that was probably not the case, but in the 80’s or 90’s, it certainly was.
farren almost 12 years ago
Oh, and as far as high mileage goes, the current record holder is a Volvo owned by a man in New York (not the city), which has almost 3 million miles on it. There are many other cars with over a million miles.
farren almost 12 years ago
My brother’s favorite “sandwich” for years was peanut butter and kosher dill pickle, rolled up in a tortilla.
Sisyphos almost 12 years ago
Who was this “Jack Bunny” of whom you speak, as though to confuse us with misdirected thoughts of Jack Benny? Some lagomorph identity thief? I say to thee, bunny, you’re no hat. I have many hats, and you’re none of them.
scarbro almost 12 years ago
Great new riff on a legacy drawing!
scarbro almost 12 years ago
Such a beautiful blog this morning I dreaded it ending.
Happy, happy, happy!!! Premium Member almost 12 years ago
It’s me! It’s me!
Happy, happy, happy!!! Premium Member almost 12 years ago
Bunnies on the brain.
Happy, happy, happy!!! Premium Member almost 12 years ago
Apperantley there is a fine line between ballet and gymnastics.
Treerabbit almost 12 years ago
There was a man so deep in thoughthe didn’t even noticehe had a rabbit on his headwhose name was Otis.
Larry Miller Premium Member almost 12 years ago
The middle girl in the BALLERINAS picture looks exactly like my granddaughter who just happens to be that age.
Larry Miller Premium Member almost 12 years ago
If they don’t do INFINITY right, they’ll be L 7.
Larry Miller Premium Member almost 12 years ago
As soon as I heard the very similar statements in the political debate that perhaps inspired today’s comic, I had the perfect response (and I was glad the not all that bright target of them wasn’t able to come up with it).“And you’re no LBJ. Now let’s get back to the issues.”
The Old Wolf almost 12 years ago
♬ Del Monte PicklesCool and green and crunchyPut a pickle on your shopping listDel Monte pickles are pickle-barrel crisp! ♬
Growing up in New York in the 50’s gave one the opportunity to walk into delis with sawdust on the floor and extract a giant kosher dill from the barrel with tongs. Unbeatable.
cleokaya almost 12 years ago
I knew a Jack Ass once. Fortunately he has left this world and we are all better for it.
cleokaya almost 12 years ago
My wife and I make our own pickles; small gherkins and dilly beans. I also make jalapeño jelly which is terrific. I fry an egg and some Virginia ham and place it on my homemade bread along with some of the jalapeño jam and it makes a tasty sandwich. Our dill pickles have a nice crunch to them.
booktrout almost 12 years ago
Jack Bunny? WELL…….
booktrout almost 12 years ago
personality pickle
Eagleskies Premium Member almost 12 years ago
Mayonnaise with mustard and Louisiana hot sauce mixed in makes a nifty garnish. Try it!
Ms.T., re: Negro records post. Check your copy of the notice text. A critical “not” got left out.
Steve.Hardison almost 12 years ago
I read these and think: " I’m probably the only one who gets this." Then I see in the comments everyone gets it. Then I think: “I’m probably the only person I know who would get this if they were to read it.” So I never tell anyone about it in case they would get it.
SusanCraig almost 12 years ago
the Cisco Kid was a friend of mine…..