This touched my 43-year-old heart. I think I admire this strip as being deeper than expected for a strip about a stereotypical twelve-year-old boy. I appreciate the tasteful subtlety of Nate’s romance, its lack of behavior that should be over-the-top and inappropriate for a twelve-year-old. They don’t even say “I love you” (but suggest it in their actions), and they don’t discuss getting married or having children or other things that they should feel no pressure to discuss.
I also appreciate how, after so many silly crushes where Nate says “grrrowwwl” at Jenny or some other girl—stuff one rolls one’s eyes at while thinking “In a hurry to grow up, are you?”—Nate is obviously maturing even though he’s designed to be twelve year after year (I think?). Lincoln Pierce pulled off a seeming contradiction.
NotLegend 6 months ago
That is so cute! Also the meaning behind the sand dollar is cool too! 7.5/10
PS.FIRST!!
Spacehog 6 months ago
I just did not understand why they did not kiss?
Clarence 6 months ago
Yep, Daphne definitely liked her present
The Doll Face 6 months ago
This arc already keeps getting better and better! Last panel is just perfect <3
intimidation297 6 months ago
AHH SO ADORABLE I’M GONNA DIE
Wilde Bill 6 months ago
It’s about time that Nate has a few things go his way.
BigNateFanForever1 6 months ago
IT’S STILL CHRISTMAS BABY!!!!
10\10 after what Peirce said yesterday, this couple might be here to stay. If so, then keep this stuff coming!
Macushlalondra 6 months ago
It wasn’t just the gift, it was that wonderful letter that accompanied it. Of course she swooned!
ND Cool Z 6 months ago
Warm love is in the cold winter air!
tie 6 months ago
I’m so happy, I love these feel good strips!
Honestly I’m filled with warmth, when Peirce does it right he does it so right there’s no topping it!
Jacob Mattingly 6 months ago
Teddy which one if you is single
markkahler52 6 months ago
Like it? She LOVES it!!
BenGMan 6 months ago
Huh? This is a arc.
BenGMan 6 months ago
If this is what Mr. Peirce meant by “there’s a lid in every pot” (which means them staying together permanently) then I’m gonna get devastated.
Robert Williams @ Williams Web Solutions 6 months ago
Good boy and good girl.
david_42 6 months ago
She obviously likes the simple things in life.
[Unnamed Reader - bddb15] 6 months ago
Please can we have a whole week devoted to this terrific match?
CatDJM 6 months ago
Right as I saw the last panel, I went right to the comments XD. Cute though, guess Peirce took the commenters advice!
Neat1Up 6 months ago
That’s really cute! I’ve never had a girlfriend before, but I’ve hugged a girl before, and it was very satisfying… one day, I’ll have one…
Strip rating: 10/10 But seriously, they’ve been a thing for about, what… 9 months? And they have never made out yet…
Charles & Susan Premium Member 6 months ago
Such a cute couple. Daphne loves Nate for just being Nate!
PolarBear 6 months ago
Aw………
oakie817 6 months ago
oh this is great…like Popeye & Olive
GKBOWOOD Premium Member 6 months ago
It’s the thought behind the gift that counts!
Goat from PBS 6 months ago
Well done, Nate. She likes it and you a lot.
superherofan2456 6 months ago
THIS IS SO ADORABLE!!! THIS IS FANFIC MATERIAL!! SQUEEE! 10/10
tammyspeakslife Premium Member 6 months ago
Nate is growing to be a reliable, loyal, thoughtful and intelligent young man.
Mike Baldwin creator 6 months ago
You gave her much more than that.
J. Cole 6 months ago
They say the best things in life are free!
The Angel of the South 6 months ago
This touched my 43-year-old heart. I think I admire this strip as being deeper than expected for a strip about a stereotypical twelve-year-old boy. I appreciate the tasteful subtlety of Nate’s romance, its lack of behavior that should be over-the-top and inappropriate for a twelve-year-old. They don’t even say “I love you” (but suggest it in their actions), and they don’t discuss getting married or having children or other things that they should feel no pressure to discuss.
I also appreciate how, after so many silly crushes where Nate says “grrrowwwl” at Jenny or some other girl—stuff one rolls one’s eyes at while thinking “In a hurry to grow up, are you?”—Nate is obviously maturing even though he’s designed to be twelve year after year (I think?). Lincoln Pierce pulled off a seeming contradiction.
BiggerNate91 6 months ago
This week is going to leave the biggest warm fuzzy feeling in my insides.
Aladar30 Premium Member 6 months ago
Awwww. Their love story is the best!
JïllDérs(TOMGF) 6 months ago
This arc makes me want to cry.
raybarb44 6 months ago
It appears so…..
htieiri 6 months ago
Maybe they will in tomorrow’s strip. I think Nate’s found his future wife.
BigNateFanForever1 6 months ago
Really hope this cuteness continues, but we’ll probably have something else tomorrow!
HunterZero000 6 months ago
What is this face bro XD
eced52 6 months ago
Ya think?
Barnabus Blackoak 6 months ago
Don’t spend it all in one place
doctorwho29 6 months ago
This is very nice
c001 6 months ago
I like Daphne’s leg in the last panel. Typical women’s gesture.
jwondga 6 months ago
Daphne is a VERY lucky girl.
STUFF ENJOYER 6 months ago
Mad love. Neither of them should screw this up.
MabelPines1234 6 months ago
I love that they’re friends. they kiss much less than nate and his other girlfriends, but they’re also much closer.