See, this is what needs to happen within our current political system: at some point, somebody in the room has to grow up and act like an adult. In this case, it shouldn’t be Shannon.
In some rural states the reply would be “Well, you go south until you hit Hicks road, then you….”.
(BTW… My mom grew up on a dairy ranch and learned to drive on her own at 12 years old behind the wheel of an old model T truck. My great uncle sent her out in a big empty cow field where there was nothing to hit.) ;-)
Supervisor: Please have this report ready by 3:00 today.
Shannon: No, I won’t! Why do I have to??
Doctor or dietitian: You need to eat more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains to prevent heart disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes, etc.
Shannon: No, I don’t! I want ice cream. NOW!
Guy she likes: I’m sorry, but I can’t go out with you. I’m married (or in a relationship).
Shannon: I don’t care! I want you and I want you NOW!!
Bank or credit card company: You need to pay your bill by (fill in date) or we will add on charges.
Shannon: I’m not gonna do it because I don’t hafta!
Sounds like an exaggeration (ridiculous even), but this is what people will have to deal with if Shannon’s behavior is not corrected NOW. Like somebody once said, you (the parent) have to be willing to be unpopular with your kid so that s/he can be popular with others.
Luann? You should THANK your Lucky Stars that Shannon did not know the way to Krispy Kreme!
Else, she would have driven HERSELF “to the store” and ended up taking out four mailboxes, three French Cars, Two Rose Bushes, and Les’ cat stuck in a pear tree!
Besides, don’t ya’ll have Door Dash in the quaint little Town of Pitts? And Where’s “Helpful” Bernice? Did she escape??
And on a “Health Note,” may I suggest that Sugar is the LAST thing the little Storm Trooper “needs.” ;-)
I love how Luann and Shannon interact. Luann knows how to talk to her without treating her like a child, but still using great sweetness. She explains her how things are, why they can’t have a donut and Shannon understand. In this she’s very similar to Brad, but she’s still more capable and not only thanks to the train she had in her work at the kindergarten. Then, the fact that Shannon’s reactions are unpredictable and leave her speechless is hilarious. This may have happened before Bernice arrived.
This is really cute but it would be more effective to tell Shannon that you get doughnuts when you’re finished your homework and you can’t do your homework and talk. The sooner you get it done the sooner you can get your donuts.
Shannon has some really great qualities! She has a goal and tries very hard to achieve it, even when there are many obstacles in her way. She is creative and determined. She will be fine as an adult.
Today’s omitted title panel is three ladies who look like they’re from the 1940s, holding a sign that says “Luann,” while a fourth lady to the right has a circle that says “By Greg Evans” over her right shoulder.
I did exactly this as a child, except I didn’t get the car keys. I was prepared to walk to the nearest store with my shoulder purse containing 12 whole pennies!
lvlax 27 days ago
Good initiative, Shannon! Get those donuts!!
Who knows? We may find out she’s a better driver than Luann. ;)
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So wouldn’t they just use an App and have some donuts delivered?
J. Scarbrough 27 days ago
See, this is what needs to happen within our current political system: at some point, somebody in the room has to grow up and act like an adult. In this case, it shouldn’t be Shannon.
diazch408 27 days ago
Aunt Luann has some learning to do. Shannon probably learned from watching Toni before getting bored during their outing.
Wilkins068 27 days ago
I thought that ws Annie Eiffel there for a sec
Joe1962 Premium Member 27 days ago
Luann, Shannon will con you into buying some donuts, Shannon the store does not have a app or Instacart.
Enter.Name.Here 27 days ago
Shannon: “Which way is the store?”
In some rural states the reply would be “Well, you go south until you hit Hicks road, then you….”.
(BTW… My mom grew up on a dairy ranch and learned to drive on her own at 12 years old behind the wheel of an old model T truck. My great uncle sent her out in a big empty cow field where there was nothing to hit.) ;-)
Pointspread 27 days ago
Somebody finally told the brat “no”. Toni & Brad take note.
alasko 27 days ago
Life can be cruller sometimes, no glazing over the facts. There’s no hole in my logic.
nightflight 27 days ago
The kid seems to feel entitled. Crappy, little bugger.
Wilkins068 27 days ago
Sure was sweet of little Shannon. Luann’s too busy to be able to go to th store an get some donuts so Shannon’s gonna go instead.
howtheduck 27 days ago
That sad moment when you run into a kid sharp enough to call your bluff.
snsurone76 27 days ago
Your little ruse didn’t work, Luann.
eced52 27 days ago
How did Shannon grow so much in one panel?
Panufo 27 days ago
Shannon is destined either for greatness or disaster. Maybe both.
kenhense 27 days ago
Someone should manufacture thousands of T-shirts with a big NO across the front. Everyone who looks after Shannon needs to get one.
live2read 27 days ago
Shannon as an adult:
Supervisor: Please have this report ready by 3:00 today.
Shannon: No, I won’t! Why do I have to??
Doctor or dietitian: You need to eat more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains to prevent heart disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes, etc.
Shannon: No, I don’t! I want ice cream. NOW!
Guy she likes: I’m sorry, but I can’t go out with you. I’m married (or in a relationship).
Shannon: I don’t care! I want you and I want you NOW!!
Bank or credit card company: You need to pay your bill by (fill in date) or we will add on charges.
Shannon: I’m not gonna do it because I don’t hafta!
Sounds like an exaggeration (ridiculous even), but this is what people will have to deal with if Shannon’s behavior is not corrected NOW. Like somebody once said, you (the parent) have to be willing to be unpopular with your kid so that s/he can be popular with others.
beb01 27 days ago
What have we done to deserve this?
sbenton7684 27 days ago
Well at least the kid worked it all out instead of whining…
Wilkins068 27 days ago
Actully if you look at th second picture, Shannon says the store has some donuts. Luann tells her ’That’s right! OK, bring me a glazed one.’
Shannon’s followin Luann’s instructions to th letter. Good on you Shannon
jmworacle 27 days ago
As if a little things like that is going to discourage Shannon.
Stephanie Have one 27 days ago
You know…that “almost” worked!
ddl297 27 days ago
Look how happy Puddles is; he knows HE’LL get a donut too!
Geophyzz 27 days ago
When we were kids that age, we routinely rode our bikes several miles across town.
Mordock999 Premium Member 27 days ago
Boy O Boy!
Luann? You should THANK your Lucky Stars that Shannon did not know the way to Krispy Kreme!
Else, she would have driven HERSELF “to the store” and ended up taking out four mailboxes, three French Cars, Two Rose Bushes, and Les’ cat stuck in a pear tree!
Besides, don’t ya’ll have Door Dash in the quaint little Town of Pitts? And Where’s “Helpful” Bernice? Did she escape??
And on a “Health Note,” may I suggest that Sugar is the LAST thing the little Storm Trooper “needs.” ;-)
Ichabod Ferguson 27 days ago
Good one. She also could have walked in covered in flour asking; “Where’s the eggs?”
SquidGamerGal 27 days ago
Well, that’s ONE way to get Luann off her lazy butt!
The Old Wolf 27 days ago
This kid is gonna end up in prison.
Ignatz Premium Member 27 days ago
I wonder where they live. Even when I lived in the suburbs, it was a 10 minute walk to a store.
preacherman Premium Member 27 days ago
I can honestly say I drove a car when I was only 4 or 5. Though the engine was not running at the time.
Meg: Cute as a Button... The ON is important! 27 days ago
A born problem solver.
Just-me 27 days ago
Good on Luann for staying on task.
ctolson 27 days ago
Shannon, holding LuAnn’s cell phone, – “No problem, I just used the Door Dash App on your phone.”
Ellis97 27 days ago
I could use a donut right now.
The Wolf In Your Midst 27 days ago
Well, she saw a problem and came up with a solution. Better than some adults I know!
comic reader 22 27 days ago
You would think Luann would know better by now than to give Shannon any ideas.
lemonbaskt 27 days ago
poodle bites poodle chews it
anaditz 27 days ago
Is it my imagination, or does Shannon suddenly seem older by a couple years?
jrankin1959 27 days ago
Determined lil’ one, isn’t she?
Aladar30 Premium Member 27 days ago
I love how Luann and Shannon interact. Luann knows how to talk to her without treating her like a child, but still using great sweetness. She explains her how things are, why they can’t have a donut and Shannon understand. In this she’s very similar to Brad, but she’s still more capable and not only thanks to the train she had in her work at the kindergarten. Then, the fact that Shannon’s reactions are unpredictable and leave her speechless is hilarious. This may have happened before Bernice arrived.
TekoaMT 27 days ago
When do boarding schools start taking applications?
tammyspeakslife Premium Member 27 days ago
This is really cute but it would be more effective to tell Shannon that you get doughnuts when you’re finished your homework and you can’t do your homework and talk. The sooner you get it done the sooner you can get your donuts.
rugeirn 27 days ago
That girl is one of the most dangerous people (in fiction) I know of! In a good way, of course.
eric.franz.petras 27 days ago
At least she still asks…
sueb1863 27 days ago
At least she asked before just getting into the car and driving.
comic reader 22 27 days ago
Luann wouldn’t be so quick to make fun of Shannon’s request if she was a person who could not do those things and had to depend on others.
w16521 27 days ago
That brat needs an otn spanking.
mfought 27 days ago
puddles likes it
locake 27 days ago
Shannon has some really great qualities! She has a goal and tries very hard to achieve it, even when there are many obstacles in her way. She is creative and determined. She will be fine as an adult.
namelocdet 27 days ago
She wants her donuts!
KEA 27 days ago
ruh roh
The Quiet One 27 days ago
No Shannon, you are not driving to the store.
Fedup Bear 27 days ago
LOL. Laughed out loud. And for those railing on Shannon, get over yourselves and get a life…. This is a cartoon
mindjob 27 days ago
She’ll use cinder blocks so her feet can reach the pedals
xtc45688 27 days ago
I want a jelly.
Teto85 Premium Member 27 days ago
Well, it is National Doughnut Day today.
David Huie Green ForceIsAUsefulFiction 27 days ago
I’ve seen probably worse drivers out there.
Angry Indeed Premium Member 27 days ago
Shannon must’ve read today’s “Day by Dave”!
“Donut ask what your sitter can do for you…”
Susan123 27 days ago
That kinda backfired
tammyspeakslife Premium Member 27 days ago
Also keep in mind that Shannon’s dad leaves her to her own devices so she has always been self reliant, at least at home.
TravelinMan 27 days ago
Shannon during the week and on Sunday too! My cup runneth over!
Stregone39 27 days ago
What a “Charmingly” monstrous…much like Calvin
RSH 27 days ago
Shannon is all about Shannon and what she wants; “please” and “thank-you” don’t seem to be part of her vocabulary.
thudsonz 27 days ago
My daughter did something similar when she was about 8.
JPuzzleWhiz 26 days ago
Greg must love that 1940s clip art! d;o)
Today’s omitted title panel is three ladies who look like they’re from the 1940s, holding a sign that says “Luann,” while a fourth lady to the right has a circle that says “By Greg Evans” over her right shoulder.
mort b. 26 days ago
LuAnn should adjust the seat and start the car for her. Point her toward the nearest cliff and wish her luck.
eladee AKA Wally 26 days ago
I did exactly this as a child, except I didn’t get the car keys. I was prepared to walk to the nearest store with my shoulder purse containing 12 whole pennies!
fourteenpeeves 26 days ago
Puddles is listening to Shannon
amatulic 20 days ago
Aww, the little girl looks so grown-up in the last panel.