Calvin and his family sure had loads of run on their week-long, rainy camping trip. Specially when Calvin tried to swim in the lake during such weather.
Reminds me of a story by Jean Shepard years ago. He was the author of the story’s that comprised “A Christmas Story”. I believe it was called “Harry Gertz and the 47 Crappie’s”.
Obviously Dad didn’t describe the full hydrologic cycle to Petey… I can imagine how he’d freak when he learned every drop of water he’s ever imbibed had gone through something’s kidneys…
When I was a kid, we used to go to the Great South Bay on the Atlantic. One day there was a terrific thunderstorm. We headed to the beach as soon as we could. The storm somewhere out over the ocean at that point, kicking up quite a ruckus. I will never forget our friendly bay, now iron-gray, looking ferocious with whitecaps everywhere, like it was looking for a way to storm the shore and eat everything in its path. I couldn’t take my eyes away. More than 60 years later that picture is fresh.
Templo S.U.D. about 5 years ago
Calvin and his family sure had loads of run on their week-long, rainy camping trip. Specially when Calvin tried to swim in the lake during such weather.
einarbt about 5 years ago
I guess the sun will come out the day they pack the car to go back home.
gbars70 about 5 years ago
Well, you heard the theory while I actually experienced it.
gbars70 about 5 years ago
By the way, why carry an umbrella when you’re already in bathing suits?
sirbadger about 5 years ago
Is the hydrologic cycle the same as the otter loop?
Liverlips McCracken Premium Member about 5 years ago
I don’t know who is more excited.
Ontman about 5 years ago
The vacation that wasn’t.
mabrndt Premium Member about 5 years ago
Once again, a little over 10 years ago, a blog entry preceded this strip:
http://richardspooralmanac.blogspot.com/2009/09/more-rain.html
Also, while I’m at it,
http://richardspooralmanac.blogspot.com/2009/09/iceman-cometh.html
preceded Tuesday’s strip:
https://www.gocomics.com/culdesac/2019/09/03
and, for those who didn’t see my later post Sunday,
http://richardspooralmanac.blogspot.com/2009/09/little-neuro-dragon.html
preceded that strip:
https://www.gocomics.com/culdesac/2019/09/01
well-i-never about 5 years ago
Poignant.
Prey about 5 years ago
Where is this place? I want to visit, we haven´t had any real rain since April 22nd!!
Flossie Mud Duck about 5 years ago
This story arc saddens me. They all (especially Mom) deserve a nice vacation.
jonesbeltone about 5 years ago
Reminds me of a story by Jean Shepard years ago. He was the author of the story’s that comprised “A Christmas Story”. I believe it was called “Harry Gertz and the 47 Crappie’s”.
David Rickard Premium Member about 5 years ago
Obviously Dad didn’t describe the full hydrologic cycle to Petey… I can imagine how he’d freak when he learned every drop of water he’s ever imbibed had gone through something’s kidneys…
Cesar about 5 years ago
Why room 213? Is this number called out or referenced on a previous strip?
RichardFarnham about 5 years ago
Wow! Mom’s really hot in that swimsuit.
DCBakerEsq about 5 years ago
Rain doesn’t ruin every vacation.
dogday Premium Member about 5 years ago
When I was a kid, we used to go to the Great South Bay on the Atlantic. One day there was a terrific thunderstorm. We headed to the beach as soon as we could. The storm somewhere out over the ocean at that point, kicking up quite a ruckus. I will never forget our friendly bay, now iron-gray, looking ferocious with whitecaps everywhere, like it was looking for a way to storm the shore and eat everything in its path. I couldn’t take my eyes away. More than 60 years later that picture is fresh.
Night-Gaunt49[Bozo is Boffo] almost 5 years ago
With the increased heating the water cycle is moving faster.
craigwestlake almost 5 years ago
Looks like just another day in London Town…
Sisyphos almost 5 years ago
First-hand experience (Alice and Madeline) vs. book-learning (Petey and Peter). On the whole, I’d rather be in a sunny place….
mrrescueguy51 almost 5 years ago
If you are going to wear bathing suits and go into the water, why bring an umbrella?