Of course a rhinoceros is from the Greek rhinokerōs ‘nose-horned’. So this is no stupider than 2020 generally. In fact, Q-Anon is pretty much proof that there are things stupider than… well pretty much anything.
Fun fact: the Rhinoceros Party in Canada was named so because politicians are slow, near-sighted and thick-skinned. Their amusing platform included solving traffic congestion by switching to driving on the left side of the road, but it would be phased in with trucks and buses going first. Almost won a seat in Parliament.
Oh, come on! It can always get more stupid. It’s one of the few reliable things in life – along with yes, it can get worse (so quit challenging the cosmic powers by saying it can’t. They love to prove you wrong.)
I worry that so many newspapers have reduced the size of comics that readers won’t be able to see the name on the clinic door. But then I reflect that small children can’t read it at all, and many adults won’t know the term. And I reflect that, for them, it is simply an amusing drawing while those of us who know what rhinoplasty means can simply have a deeper enjoyment of today’s strip.
Stupidity has been raised to an art form this year. Who could have imagined just one year ago? Although maybe with the election looming, we should have.
Reminds me of Ionesco’s play “Rhinoceros”, where people began turning into rhinos – a comment on the spread of fascism at the time and an EXTREMELY apt ending comment to this year of fascism growing from the top down.
This year, you have done your utmost, through trying times, to help us to keep senses of perspective and humor. I think, by almost any measure, you have succeeded admirably. Please accept the gratitude of your readers.
May the New Year bring a lightening of mood for us all, and may it be one of relaxed inspiration for you. Particularly may it, at its end, find you and yours in good health and hopeful spirits as we discover that there are ways to sort the mess that is the refuse of 2020.
Let us all remember that this year – in spite of the failures and woes – has produced some remarkable progress. This is true particularly in the field of medicine, where science cut the development of a vaccine for a brand new plague by a factor of 6, reducing the cycle to months instead of years. And let us learn from our mistakes, to listen and hear the wisdom of others regardless of faith, political party, or personal background.
Blessings on you, Sir, for helping us to stay centered.
sirbadger over 3 years ago
Does he want a plastic horn?
marilynnbyerly over 3 years ago
So this is where the Judoon get their horns trimmed.
(Hint: space aliens on DOCTOR WHO)
I Mad Am I over 3 years ago
“Hey! Where’s your mask!”
Concretionist over 3 years ago
Of course a rhinoceros is from the Greek rhinokerōs ‘nose-horned’. So this is no stupider than 2020 generally. In fact, Q-Anon is pretty much proof that there are things stupider than… well pretty much anything.
eromlig over 3 years ago
But first a visit to the hyptnopotamist…
Say What? Premium Member over 3 years ago
He “nose” what he needs but he’s “snout” in the right place.
Superfrog over 3 years ago
How much do they charge?
Bilan over 3 years ago
What’s so stupid? He wants a nose job.
In his line of work, you need to stick your nose you-know-where, but he doesn’t want to hurt his boss.
Aussie Down Under over 3 years ago
Horns of the dilemma.
eastern.woods.metal over 3 years ago
I have to get tested every seven days. I’ve had more nose jobs than Elizabeth Taylor
strictures over 3 years ago
Better he get a nose job than poachers kill him for the horn.
kartis over 3 years ago
Fun fact: the Rhinoceros Party in Canada was named so because politicians are slow, near-sighted and thick-skinned. Their amusing platform included solving traffic congestion by switching to driving on the left side of the road, but it would be phased in with trucks and buses going first. Almost won a seat in Parliament.
c141starlifter over 3 years ago
A Rhino walks into a bar and says to the bartender…… (finish the punch line)
WGillete over 3 years ago
Oh, come on! It can always get more stupid. It’s one of the few reliable things in life – along with yes, it can get worse (so quit challenging the cosmic powers by saying it can’t. They love to prove you wrong.)
Lawrence.S over 3 years ago
I worry that so many newspapers have reduced the size of comics that readers won’t be able to see the name on the clinic door. But then I reflect that small children can’t read it at all, and many adults won’t know the term. And I reflect that, for them, it is simply an amusing drawing while those of us who know what rhinoplasty means can simply have a deeper enjoyment of today’s strip.
GentlemanBill over 3 years ago
Mitch?
sandpiper over 3 years ago
He wants a remake so he can play parts in something besides jungle movies.
vaughnrl2003 Premium Member over 3 years ago
I’ll bet he has better Insurance than some.
Dani Rice over 3 years ago
Let’s hope he’s not here to play Leap Frog.
Mario500 over 3 years ago
(senses dialogue based on feelings of its speaker)
Zebrastripes over 3 years ago
Relax, he’s just here to shorten his horn so he can breath better….
rugeirn over 3 years ago
This is the part Eugène Ionesco didn’t think about.
Bookworm over 3 years ago
With slightly more than 63 hours left of 2020 (at time of this posting), I’m guessing a lot of stupid can still be worked in. . .
KEA over 3 years ago
that’s gonna take a lot of plast
mikeyman over 3 years ago
He wants to be a giraffe.
cmxx over 3 years ago
Seems like it hasn’t actually been the year that’s been stupid.
COL Crash over 3 years ago
As impossible as it sounds, things can always get worse almost easier than they can get better.
scottbruce over 3 years ago
RINOs are working on their herd immunity/mentality so expect a thinning.
awcoffman over 3 years ago
Stupidity has been raised to an art form this year. Who could have imagined just one year ago? Although maybe with the election looming, we should have.
DCBakerEsq over 3 years ago
Nashorn.
Bruce1253 over 3 years ago
2020 is like a Black Hole, there is no bottom!!
Linguist over 3 years ago
Now’s the time to grab the bull by the horns … er … ah … grab the rhino by the plasty?
VickiP123 over 3 years ago
it can ALWAYS get more stupid
mistercatworks over 3 years ago
Reminds me of Ionesco’s play “Rhinoceros”, where people began turning into rhinos – a comment on the spread of fascism at the time and an EXTREMELY apt ending comment to this year of fascism growing from the top down.
MollyCat over 3 years ago
Yep, you were wrong.
Bradley Walker over 3 years ago
Zero Mostel? Is that you?
GiantShetlandPony over 3 years ago
The question is, who is going to be charged in this situation?
Nuclear Nemesis over 3 years ago
Soon the year will turn 21 and can legally drink. Then we will really be in trouble!
SrTechWriter over 3 years ago
Mr. Miller, thank you.
This year, you have done your utmost, through trying times, to help us to keep senses of perspective and humor. I think, by almost any measure, you have succeeded admirably. Please accept the gratitude of your readers.
May the New Year bring a lightening of mood for us all, and may it be one of relaxed inspiration for you. Particularly may it, at its end, find you and yours in good health and hopeful spirits as we discover that there are ways to sort the mess that is the refuse of 2020.
Let us all remember that this year – in spite of the failures and woes – has produced some remarkable progress. This is true particularly in the field of medicine, where science cut the development of a vaccine for a brand new plague by a factor of 6, reducing the cycle to months instead of years. And let us learn from our mistakes, to listen and hear the wisdom of others regardless of faith, political party, or personal background.
Blessings on you, Sir, for helping us to stay centered.
William Robbins Premium Member over 3 years ago
Points for the Ionesco reference.
Impact55 over 3 years ago
Trumps having surgery??
Night-Gaunt49[Bozo is Boffo] over 3 years ago
Hallucinations aren’t part of the new strains of COVID. One in the UK and another from S. Africa.
bakana over 3 years ago
At least it’s not a Rhino-Virus.
paullp Premium Member over 3 years ago
Stupid? C’mon, Doc, a gold mine just walked into your office.
redpony2023 over 3 years ago
Stupid, stupider, stupidest
cwg over 3 years ago
He looks horny.