We owned a vacuum once that hid the “turny on thingy” as part of the deck, complete with “tread” stripes that completely disguised it from both of us. First time I’ve ever had to read the manual to find the on/off switch. Other than that, it was a pretty decent little canister vac with a long enough power cord and an unfortunately small bag.
This morning, I walked into the kitchen barefoot and stepped on something. I don’t know what it was, but I used the cordless vacuum. Earl is wearing shoes, so that might not be the explanation here.
Back in the mid 1980s, we needed a new one. The guy at the store started to tell me about the different features. I looked at him and said "Don’t tell ME, tell HIM. I don’t plan on using it very often. " Brad is the one who vacuums 80% of the time.We have a good stick-vac I use for kitty litter and to run around for a quick job, but Brad uses the big, heavy one.
Back in the 90’s, my carpal tunnel was so bad that Hubby took over the vacuuming. On the advice of Erma Bombeck (remember the bit about not ever taking responsibility for the barbeque?), I never took that job back.
I remember once in my job as a PC tech, getting the first of a new PC case design. Even when I went and got another guy to help me, it took us way too long to figure out how to open the ⛈⚡☠️⚠️⁉️ thing…
Actually, I solved the vacuum cleaner problem many, many years ago. Ever since I lived in Arizona, I’ve taken up all the carpets and put down either tile or bamboo flooring in all the houses I’ve owned. Much cooler, easier to keep clean, more attractive, sanitary, and odorless.
The “throw rugs” we have, are easily shaken out and can be washed.
Dirty Dragon over 4 years ago
Will Opal tell Earl about the pluggy-in thingy?
Templo S.U.D. over 4 years ago
Clean your glasses first, Earl, and then you’ll be able to find the “turny-on thing.”
Concretionist over 4 years ago
We owned a vacuum once that hid the “turny on thingy” as part of the deck, complete with “tread” stripes that completely disguised it from both of us. First time I’ve ever had to read the manual to find the on/off switch. Other than that, it was a pretty decent little canister vac with a long enough power cord and an unfortunately small bag.
sirbadger over 4 years ago
This morning, I walked into the kitchen barefoot and stepped on something. I don’t know what it was, but I used the cordless vacuum. Earl is wearing shoes, so that might not be the explanation here.
David Huie Green LoveJoyAndPeace over 4 years ago
I used to enjoy using a Regina Electric Broom to suck up flies.
thpp thpp thpp thpp
chain gang charlie over 4 years ago
The turny-on thingy is over there with all the other knick-knacks on the what- not!Or so said Oliver Hardy ,once a great while back….
Zykoic over 4 years ago
The new oven is a real charmer. Lots of buttons that only the wife seems to understand. I tried to use it once. Anyone like broiled brownies?
Sanspareil over 4 years ago
Seems like Earl operates in a vacuum!
iggyman over 4 years ago
Be careful Earl, that machine really sucks! (bad joke)
iggyman over 4 years ago
Earl, be careful, once you figure it out, that might be your permanent job!
jpayne4040 over 4 years ago
LOL! No way this can go wrong, right? /s
Daniel Verburg over 4 years ago
Did Brian ran out of inspiration? Or are we in for a continuing strip ?
jagedlo over 4 years ago
“Continued”? uh-oh…this has “harbinger of doom” written all over it!
Breadboard over 4 years ago
Captain Earl at the controls ! Opal put on your PPE !
Queen of America over 4 years ago
Back in the mid 1980s, we needed a new one. The guy at the store started to tell me about the different features. I looked at him and said "Don’t tell ME, tell HIM. I don’t plan on using it very often. " Brad is the one who vacuums 80% of the time.We have a good stick-vac I use for kitty litter and to run around for a quick job, but Brad uses the big, heavy one.
cubswin2016 over 4 years ago
Oh, does he mean the switch?
danholt over 4 years ago
It could be worse…https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWM2-NLkAco
jibarito over 4 years ago
Now I am positive Brian crane has hacked into my house. Those stories are too close to my life, including the language.
Zebrastripes over 4 years ago
What worries me is WHY does he need to use the vacuum? There was some sort of accident he wants to suck up so Opal won’t see it….Hmmmmm
6foot6 over 4 years ago
she’s always harping on him to help out. When he helps out she harps on him. sounds just like a normal relationship really.
Grutzi over 4 years ago
Back in the 90’s, my carpal tunnel was so bad that Hubby took over the vacuuming. On the advice of Erma Bombeck (remember the bit about not ever taking responsibility for the barbeque?), I never took that job back.
Al Nala over 4 years ago
In-geplugging the power cord and gefinding the ongepowering switch…
ForrestOverin over 4 years ago
“I’m going to wash the dishes with it, Opal. And then maybe use it to mow the lawn. Why do you ask?”
zeexenon over 4 years ago
Close to the pluggy in the wall thingy, just like the knee-bone connected to the leg-bone. Bone head!
ChessPirate over 4 years ago
I remember once in my job as a PC tech, getting the first of a new PC case design. Even when I went and got another guy to help me, it took us way too long to figure out how to open the ⛈⚡☠️⚠️⁉️ thing…
Herb L 1954 over 4 years ago
You are in uncharted water,Earl.Abandon ship ;~|
joefearsnothing over 4 years ago
It’s next to the diaphragm doohickey! ;o]
Glibster over 4 years ago
Siri, turn on the &$@*+&&-ing vacuum cleaner!!!!
Linguist over 4 years ago
“Let me introduce you to my friend, Kirby…”
Actually, I solved the vacuum cleaner problem many, many years ago. Ever since I lived in Arizona, I’ve taken up all the carpets and put down either tile or bamboo flooring in all the houses I’ve owned. Much cooler, easier to keep clean, more attractive, sanitary, and odorless.
The “throw rugs” we have, are easily shaken out and can be washed.
DebUSNRet over 4 years ago
Reminds me of my late Pop. Ever since Pickles came out in the newspapers, he always aligned himself with Earl and Mom agreed!
whenlifewassimpler over 4 years ago
Oh for Pete’s sake Opal show Earl where the on/off button is as he is offering to do the vacuuming.
William Ellwin Premium Member over 4 years ago
Poor Earl… A REAL MAN would say, where is the POWER SWITCH…..
JP Steve Premium Member over 4 years ago
Earl? That’s a switch…