Cathy Classics by Cathy Guisewite for July 27, 2012
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Man: For the rugged individualist in all of us...the sport utility vehicle!! Of course, it has cushioned suspension so you won't feel any bumps...A soundproof cabin so you won't hear any annoying bird noises...Climate control zones and heated seats so you won't get chilly...Giant wipers so you won't have to look at any bugs...and electronic buttons so you won't strain any fingers adjusting the mirrors...AT LAST, YOU CAN BE ONE WITH NATURE! ...Unless you get a flat tire, in which case a fleet of roadside assistance vans will rush to your side so you won't get any dirt on your hiking boots.
flyertom over 12 years ago
The SUV – a monument to American excess, but what really cracks me up is the proliferation of Escalades, Explorers, Hummers, et al ad nauseum that are “improved” with the addition of 22-inch rims and rubber-band tires. And let’s not forget the zillion-watt bass amplification equipment that occupies the, uh, cargo area.
NE1956 over 12 years ago
I’m just hanging around for the inevitable “Not interested” and the sales guy’s head imploding. Come on Cathy, I know you got it in you.
Morning Susan yet to arrive. Morning lightenup maybe close by. Hello fellow Cathyites.
hi mom!gobblingup Premium Member over 12 years ago
The only time I’ve understood huge SUVs are for families with many kids. I have friends who have 4-5 kids and they need every inch of their SUV.Good morning, simpsonfan, Aaron and Susan! You’re right, I was nearby (15 min plus typing time). If I didn’t have to run upstairs and change my clothes before the yard guy knocked on my door, I would have been closer. I’m running so behind today because I woke up at 4am this morning and tossed and turned until close to 6am. I hate this… Need to get some things done so I’m not feeling so stressed. :-(Hello to GsMom, Billy, KFG, rgcviper, lindz.coop, hendelca, Mona, serenasakitty, kittycatpawsare, gmforde, soonergal, lippyfish, Mai Tai, Willi Nilli, mollie, AnonaMona, Bronzepony, simpsonfan2, Hobbes and all the other Cathy nuts rolling around here today!
Bronzepony over 12 years ago
Hiking boots is the word here – all you need to be one with nature. So back to shoe shopping Cathy!
Gretchen's Mom over 12 years ago
SUV? Hiking boots? Being one with nature?!?!?! Is this Cathy — OUR CATHY — he’s talking about?!?!?! It CAN’T be because the Cathy WE all know (and love!) can barely force herself to put the potato chip bag down and get off the couch long enough to take poor Electra for a walk so she can do her business!!! Forget an SUV . . . Cathy should be looking at things she can just “tool around town in” instead — like a Ford Focus or VW Beetle.
Good evening, lightenup, lightenupjr., K.F.G., Susan, lindz.coop, rgcviper, gmforde, serenasakitty, kittycatpawsare, hendelca, Gator007, legaleagle48, mollie05, AnonaMona, soonergal, Willi Nilli, Bronzepony, samfran60, janinabarnes, simpsonfan2, Molly mcgee, Shirl Summ, FlyerTom, Hobbes (if you should happen to drop by) and all the REST of the “Cathy” fanatics joining us here tonight. And if you’re new here . . . WELCOME TO CATHY’S NUTHOUSE!!!!! ;-)
Gretchen's Mom over 12 years ago
AARON: I had dinner with a friend last night at Texas Roadhouse. Guess what I had for dessert??? Well, actually, I could only eat about half of it — the other half I brought home for the husband (it’s only fair since he rarely ever attends our “Girl’s Night Out” monthly dinners!). Have you ever had this? If you haven’t, then you MUST!!! It’s absolutely to-die-for!!!!!
Their Big Ol’ Brownie!!!!!
rgcviper over 12 years ago
Ow—I think my eyes hit my brain on tonight’s eye-roll.
But, G-mom, that brownie looks like just the cure I need. Yum.
Happy Friday, all.
lindz.coop Premium Member over 12 years ago
Hi Cathyites!! Boy that’s a tough act to follow GMom. I saw a license on a “Smart Car” yesterday that was something like smrtrnu and cracked up. Those are even too small for me, but I don’t think I’m ever gonna drive an SUV . My rule is that it has to be cheap and easy on gas. I do recognize — just like you lightenup — that folks with a house full of kids need bigger cars, but do we really all need trucks? “Back in the day” stationwagons were sufficient. Run Cathy, Run!!!