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Looks like Bernice finally got what she wanted out of this. I mean, I personally still contend that while yes, I can see why almost everybody who reads and comments on this comic find her to be insufferable and annoying, I think she can be cute at times, in a dorky sort of way . . . then again, I’ve kinda always had a thing for quirky/dorky girls.
Betcha Luann sees them and thinks, “Oh, SO that’s where he went to….to see Bernice. He didn’t want to talk to me or Tara.” Perhaps feeling a little deflated. Since she’s her bff, I believe Bernice knows she doesn’t need to rub it in Luann’s face. She saw them. Enough said.
I’m glad the strip came down on the side of pointing Piro toward professional help. No amount of jokes or thrill rides or peer advice is going to help him or those kids he’s sacrificing himself to…I hope we all see Bernice not telling Luann everything Piro told her.
Adult behaviour from all three – at least for today. Some nice gentle flirting from Piro, Luann may have thought there was more than flirting going on, which is why she backed off while he’s there. Luann will be looking for gossip afterwards though. Bernice’s best course might be to say nothing that hint that there was something romantic happening. That will deflect away from the core issue. Next best thing is just a straight up statement that the other two girls should chill around Piro… without saying why. Piro did open up a bit – good for him. Bernie recognised her limits and was reaaally trying not to fix him. And the gentle teasing / flirting at the end was a nice touchTomorrow however, my house of cards will come crashing down!!!
Yes, there were all the signs! Pirò went to Bernice not just because he trusts her, but because he likes her. He finds cute the exasperated expression she makes when she tries to talk and is nervous or awkward because she doesn’t know how to express herself. This can be either the beginning of something very sweet, or a huge red flag about a relationship that will become too complicated for the overly emotional Bernice. Meanwhile Luann is back and everyone can see how respectful she’s and how she gives space to Piro and Bernice. She knows she’s special to him. I also have to admit that Bernice gave him a great advice, acknowledging that she’s unable to provide help.
I don’t get the chemistry building with them….we saw where that went. They kissed and Bernice felt nothing! It was such a waste. I don’t get why Piro still flirts with her at all
It seems pretty amazing how easily we /I are led to believe at 1st that Piro is a shady character and now they have revealed him as a good guy. Pretty smooth G&K
Well, this only proves Walt/Piro knows how to “rap” defined from my South Side Chicago world as talking sweetly and productively to a potential romantic or sexual—or both—partner, and I think the arc transition here is learning toward the romantic. He clearly has her number, and that passionate furnace burning inside Bernice can easily be stoked by one good at it, and how W/P has been drawn, he is good, and practiced at it. I know I’ve been kind of dark, his separating her from Lu and Tara is troubling (I really don’t think he really cares what they think, he just gets aggravated), and there are apparently inconsistencies in his family story(ies), but I hope I’m wrong. Bernice is the most vulnerable female in this strip, and WP may be the most practiced manipulator, save of course, Ann Awful.
lvlax about 1 year ago
Wow! Bernice is smart enough to realize Piro needs real help and not the amateur advice she would give him. Good for her!
Puddles sure looks happy to see Luann.
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So will Bernice tell Luann ??
beb01 about 1 year ago
The silent movie was quick. As for the rest. Sure sounds like grooming to me. Piro is a manipulative buck.
J. Scarbrough about 1 year ago
Looks like Bernice finally got what she wanted out of this. I mean, I personally still contend that while yes, I can see why almost everybody who reads and comments on this comic find her to be insufferable and annoying, I think she can be cute at times, in a dorky sort of way . . . then again, I’ve kinda always had a thing for quirky/dorky girls.
9thCapricorn about 1 year ago
I love that Piro enjoys teasing Bernice.
Mordock999 Premium Member about 1 year ago
Oh NOW you’ve done it, Walt!
You called Bernice “cute.”
Remember what happened when Clarice called Rudolph “cute” in that classic tv Christmas special?
He flew around haphazardly and ended up knocking his fake nose off, exposing his secret and embarrassing his family. He had to end up leaving town.
So, Bern oughta be just fine. ;-)
Tyge about 1 year ago
First meet ends on a high note. At least Luann can size up a situation and back off. Would Tara do the same?
kenhense about 1 year ago
AHA! Actual progress in this story.
Joe1962 about 1 year ago
Bernice, knows that Piro needs the kind of help that she can’t offer him, and she told him what he really needs is to see a professional for help.
9thCapricorn about 1 year ago
Betcha Luann sees them and thinks, “Oh, SO that’s where he went to….to see Bernice. He didn’t want to talk to me or Tara.” Perhaps feeling a little deflated. Since she’s her bff, I believe Bernice knows she doesn’t need to rub it in Luann’s face. She saw them. Enough said.
Azul0858 about 1 year ago
I’m glad the strip came down on the side of pointing Piro toward professional help. No amount of jokes or thrill rides or peer advice is going to help him or those kids he’s sacrificing himself to…I hope we all see Bernice not telling Luann everything Piro told her.
Caldonia about 1 year ago
Puddles just kept away from Piro the entire time. Good thinking!
BabyBlue about 1 year ago
That’s what’s called a therapeutic breakthrough. Hopefully Piro will be next.
snsurone76 about 1 year ago
So—will Luann now regale poor Piro with her stale “humor”?
outonalimb about 1 year ago
Hey, Piro, if you think Bernice is flustered now, you should see what she’ll be like after Luann starts asking her questions about you.
Aussie65 about 1 year ago
Adult behaviour from all three – at least for today. Some nice gentle flirting from Piro, Luann may have thought there was more than flirting going on, which is why she backed off while he’s there. Luann will be looking for gossip afterwards though. Bernice’s best course might be to say nothing that hint that there was something romantic happening. That will deflect away from the core issue. Next best thing is just a straight up statement that the other two girls should chill around Piro… without saying why. Piro did open up a bit – good for him. Bernie recognised her limits and was reaaally trying not to fix him. And the gentle teasing / flirting at the end was a nice touchTomorrow however, my house of cards will come crashing down!!!
Wilkins068 about 1 year ago
Luann comes in
Piro shoves off
redhawk1138 about 1 year ago
Yes see a PROFESSIONAL, Not Bernice which if lucky will learn this is not the area best suited for her, she’s more suited as a librarian
nightflight about 1 year ago
Is no one going to look into The Broken Zipper?
French Persons' Savvy Selection of Screaming Elly Premium Member about 1 year ago
Aww, what happened to the silent movie?
jmworacle about 1 year ago
Could this be the begining of something?
OneTime59 about 1 year ago
Confusing second frame. Isn’t Walt already seeing a counselor? I think he misconstrued what Bernice was saying.
French Persons' Savvy Selection of Screaming Elly Premium Member about 1 year ago
“Uhhh… Piro… excuse me while I go change my panties!”
joe.altmaier about 1 year ago
Piro feels better around women who are interested in him. I know I do too. The best thing in the world for him.
Ellis97 about 1 year ago
Did Bernice actually say something helpful for a change?
Aladar30 Premium Member about 1 year ago
Yes, there were all the signs! Pirò went to Bernice not just because he trusts her, but because he likes her. He finds cute the exasperated expression she makes when she tries to talk and is nervous or awkward because she doesn’t know how to express herself. This can be either the beginning of something very sweet, or a huge red flag about a relationship that will become too complicated for the overly emotional Bernice. Meanwhile Luann is back and everyone can see how respectful she’s and how she gives space to Piro and Bernice. She knows she’s special to him. I also have to admit that Bernice gave him a great advice, acknowledging that she’s unable to provide help.
Just So So Premium Member about 1 year ago
gag
Wizard of Ahz-no relation about 1 year ago
so i still think tomorrow will see B get a kiss from piro
ctolson about 1 year ago
Who’s helping who now.
preacherman Premium Member about 1 year ago
Bernice does have that flustered cuteness about her. She might not be hopeless after all.
txmystic about 1 year ago
so the silent movie gag was a one-off?
sar about 1 year ago
I don’t get the chemistry building with them….we saw where that went. They kissed and Bernice felt nothing! It was such a waste. I don’t get why Piro still flirts with her at all
chris_o42 about 1 year ago
It will be interesting to see how Bernice reacts when Luann asks her about Piro.
artegal about 1 year ago
Any more of this story line and I’m going to need therapy.
Rand al'Thor about 1 year ago
So all those who blasted Bernice all week…?
A.Ficionada about 1 year ago
Ah, a little personality comes out of Piro. Nice to see : )
wongo about 1 year ago
Can we talk about this in your bedroom Burn?
random boredom about 1 year ago
Queue Luanne asking 10000 questions. Can Bernice resist? dramatic music
oakie9531 about 1 year ago
The plot thickens
Call me Ishmael about 1 year ago
She’s better than you (or she) thought. She got him to (sort of) smile. Who knew he could? But she get him to shave ?
Angry Indeed Premium Member about 1 year ago
Dear Lord, I think Bernice is about to swoon! Does anyone in the audience have an air sickness bag? ;-p
[Unnamed Reader - bddb15] about 1 year ago
I like where this strip is headed now.
BJShipley1 about 1 year ago
But Piro does see a professional, and Bernice knows this from her previous stalking of him.
Tetonbil about 1 year ago
It seems pretty amazing how easily we /I are led to believe at 1st that Piro is a shady character and now they have revealed him as a good guy. Pretty smooth G&K
MuddyUSA Premium Member about 1 year ago
Now is your chance Bernice…..grab him!
carrissima about 1 year ago
WHAT?! A moment of clarity from Bernice? This is amazing!
Need coffee about 1 year ago
What do you know, he DOES have a personality. And Bernice DOES have some capacity for self awareness. Who woulda thunk?
Medtech4 about 1 year ago
It’s sweet that Piro thought Bernice was cute when she’s flustered.
luann1212 about 1 year ago
Well, this only proves Walt/Piro knows how to “rap” defined from my South Side Chicago world as talking sweetly and productively to a potential romantic or sexual—or both—partner, and I think the arc transition here is learning toward the romantic. He clearly has her number, and that passionate furnace burning inside Bernice can easily be stoked by one good at it, and how W/P has been drawn, he is good, and practiced at it. I know I’ve been kind of dark, his separating her from Lu and Tara is troubling (I really don’t think he really cares what they think, he just gets aggravated), and there are apparently inconsistencies in his family story(ies), but I hope I’m wrong. Bernice is the most vulnerable female in this strip, and WP may be the most practiced manipulator, save of course, Ann Awful.
David Huie Green LikeNobody'sEverSeen about 1 year ago
CLASS OF 1972 HIGH SCHOOL REUNION:
“Debbie, I know it always irritated you for me to call you a cute little girl, but it’s still true.”
“David, I haven’t heard it in so many years that I finally appreciate it.”
eladee AKA Wally about 1 year ago
It’s cute to see these two flirting! And I believe and hope Bernice WILL keep his secrets. If she does, it will only strengthen their bond.
luann1212 about 1 year ago
I hope that’s it is too, but my other voice is bonging.
Moon57Shine about 1 year ago
This may sound crazy, but I wonder if Piro is developing a thing for Bernice.
The Quiet One about 1 year ago
You just said she’s cute, so I doubt she thinks it’s mean.
DNCoyote about 1 year ago
I’m normally not a fan of Bernice, but I like her in today’s strip. She is very sweet around Piro :)
leighabc123 about 1 year ago
This is the first time Piro showed any personality this entire strip!
leighabc123 about 1 year ago
Tomorrow, Bernice will spill the beans to Luann and throw Piro right under the bus!
comic reader 22 about 1 year ago
Amazing!! Bernice admits her own shortcomings! Bravo G&K! I think her heart just grew three sizes!
[Unnamed Reader - 14b4ce] about 1 year ago
Tomorrow,Piro leaves the 6 kids on Bernice’s doorstep. Just for a little while. Nothing permanent.
MarieStanford about 1 year ago
Is that actually a SMILE, Piro!??! Along with the 6:00 shadow that’s a cute look :)
RonBerg13 Premium Member about 1 year ago
The real reason behind Bernice’s actions?
A professional psychotherapist can’t have personal relations with a client.
The door is now wide open between Piro and Bernice.
FireAnt_Hater about 1 year ago
I’m glad to see that Piro has the ability to kid and be humorous.
eddi-TBH about 1 year ago
Serious advice from Bernice and a joke from Piro? Is this Opposite Day?
comic reader 22 about 1 year ago
Bernice doesn’t seem to know how to take a tease! She better get faster if she’s going to keep up with Piro.
YorkGirl Premium Member about 1 year ago
That’s a surprise, Bernice’s recommending a pro, his teasing. Cute. I like it.
So enter Luann. She was smart enough to stay in the kitchen, but will the questions start after Piro leaves? Hmmmm.
BuckarooDave about 1 year ago
Now the third degree will start… Will Bernice succumb? Stay tooned!!!
Pet about 1 year ago
I love the Piro/Bernie chemistry :-))