The canoe is the big item followed by the bicycle. The other items don’t take up that much space. The desire for more storage space is not a great reason for wanting a house and I doubt this is Georgia’s true motivation.
I empathize with Phil, but the argument he should be putting forth is, “We can’t afford to buy the kind of house you want on our salaries.”
I’ll never forget my mother telling me that she knew that she loved my father when she said to herself that she would live anywhere, even a tent, as long as it was with him. They had been married for 67 years before she died this past March.
Storage is good. We sold our house and moved into an RV, which forced a drastic downsizing. We got rid of all the furniture, but couldn’t part with the “stuff” that we’ve collected over a lifetime. You know, the mementos, the family heirlooms, “the collection” and even the kitchen gadgets that we’ll use when we transition back to stationary living.
Sounds to me Phil’s been given a choice down size or we need a bigger place. I also wonder how often he uses his toys or do they take up space. I don’t expect the canoe is used in winter but when was the last time he used it and how often.
Don’t know how it works in Canada. But around here, housing is something that constantly increases in value. Even though it doesn’t make for a problem-free existence, we’ve never regretted upgrading from an apartment to our own house. That’s aside from the psychic benefits— more space, the feeling that you’re in “your” place, etc.
Had the house, lots of work and money, the apartment I call and say “come fix it” and it’s done and doesn’t cost me an arm and a leg, same goes for appliances that are replaced!
Lynn’s notes: My first husband had Phil’s philosophy. We saved and saved for the down payment on a house and when we were ready to buy, he suddenly wanted to spend it on a sailboat. We bought the house.
Rosette over 6 years ago
So true. The “simple” way of life is often more expensive than it seems.
howtheduck over 6 years ago
The canoe is the big item followed by the bicycle. The other items don’t take up that much space. The desire for more storage space is not a great reason for wanting a house and I doubt this is Georgia’s true motivation.
I empathize with Phil, but the argument he should be putting forth is, “We can’t afford to buy the kind of house you want on our salaries.”
Templo S.U.D. over 6 years ago
you’re blowing yourself way out of proportion, Philip
capricorn9th over 6 years ago
You go girl, Georgia! Put Phil back in his place.
meowlin over 6 years ago
George Carlin had some observations about houses, and the stuff in them…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvgN5gCuLac
sandpiper over 6 years ago
Facts vs the dream
dwane.scoty1 over 6 years ago
These two obviously discuss their relationship frequently! “Let’s wait until we have company to discuss this,” Excellent!
Shirl Summ Premium Member over 6 years ago
Rent a storage shed.
Wren Fahel over 6 years ago
I’ll never forget my mother telling me that she knew that she loved my father when she said to herself that she would live anywhere, even a tent, as long as it was with him. They had been married for 67 years before she died this past March.
Jan C over 6 years ago
Storage is good. We sold our house and moved into an RV, which forced a drastic downsizing. We got rid of all the furniture, but couldn’t part with the “stuff” that we’ve collected over a lifetime. You know, the mementos, the family heirlooms, “the collection” and even the kitchen gadgets that we’ll use when we transition back to stationary living.
Auntie Socialist over 6 years ago
The house is merely a symbol of his fear of commitment
BlitzMcD over 6 years ago
That speaks volumes to the dichotomy in Phil’s logic. “I want the outdoor, tent, hippie life, man”, while at the same time stockpiling material goods.
godess_of_fire078 over 6 years ago
Sounds to me Phil’s been given a choice down size or we need a bigger place. I also wonder how often he uses his toys or do they take up space. I don’t expect the canoe is used in winter but when was the last time he used it and how often.
rshive over 6 years ago
Don’t know how it works in Canada. But around here, housing is something that constantly increases in value. Even though it doesn’t make for a problem-free existence, we’ve never regretted upgrading from an apartment to our own house. That’s aside from the psychic benefits— more space, the feeling that you’re in “your” place, etc.
whenlifewassimpler over 6 years ago
Had the house, lots of work and money, the apartment I call and say “come fix it” and it’s done and doesn’t cost me an arm and a leg, same goes for appliances that are replaced!
Night-Gaunt49[Bozo is Boffo] over 6 years ago
Lynn’s notes: My first husband had Phil’s philosophy. We saved and saved for the down payment on a house and when we were ready to buy, he suddenly wanted to spend it on a sailboat. We bought the house.
rebelstrike0 over 6 years ago
The Pattersons have done some dumb things, and other things have been retarded. The moral of today’s strip is:
Never go Phil retard.
M2MM over 6 years ago
ZING! (to Georgia) Gotcha. :D