I know this strip is a re-run from long ago, but if the larger number of employees take the **** like this, why don’t the three women organise their own party and just go out together one evening, and boycott the ‘official’ party altogether?
We did potluck at one of the bosses’ houses. They provided the main course. Then there were about 20 side dishes. It was fun, no alcohol, just commraderie and Secret Santa.
I’ve got a volunteer appreciation get-together coming up and the powers that be want everyone to bring something to eat…kind of an odd way to show appreciation, " Hey, we rounded up some free donations and cheesy entertainment and it’s up to you guys to provide the eats, thanks for your service!"
I’ve been realizing for a while now just how exist this comic is. I’m glad it smoothed out over time and finally accepted “equal rights”, and started making fun of teenage girls.
Jan’s artwork improved quite a bit over time. But at this point, she can’t draw hands. ;-) Also, I wish these were colorized, but that’s too much to ask. Back then, I think colorization was done by the publication.
Back in the early 80’s, my employer (joint medical imaging departments of several hospitals) used to hold a really nice catered dinner-dance — good food an a DJ with good music. The final year they did this, the committee decided to go with a live band instead of the DJ.
So, we went up to get some hors d’oeuvres - bacon-wrapped scallops, stuff like that - and wondered what they would serve for the dinner. Turned out the hors d’oeuvres WERE the dinner! And as for the band, well….try to imagine Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass playing Springsteen songs! NOT good, needless to say. Seems they saved on the food to pay for the live music, and both were bad. Last Radiology holiday party we had.
My deviled eggs rarely ever made it to the table. People would grab them off the plate as i was working my way. My dish was usually all gone before I could get to it. I often had to take a portion for myself before putting it at the table because I was busy serving coffee and tea. People just love to take, I have special dietary needs
This was pretty much true when I was teaching. The lady teachers all did their best to out do each other and the guys, well, we did the best we could. Usually my wife would make something nice for me to take. However some of the guys were actually pretty good cooks and brought in some great food.
win.45mag 4 days ago
Well, what did they put in their cassoroles ?
catchup 4 days ago
I know this strip is a re-run from long ago, but if the larger number of employees take the **** like this, why don’t the three women organise their own party and just go out together one evening, and boycott the ‘official’ party altogether?
Shirl Summ Premium Member 4 days ago
We did potluck at one of the bosses’ houses. They provided the main course. Then there were about 20 side dishes. It was fun, no alcohol, just commraderie and Secret Santa.
nyrB Premium Member 4 days ago
hey, somebody has to bring the cranberry sauce you know!
prince valiant Premium Member 4 days ago
I’ve got a volunteer appreciation get-together coming up and the powers that be want everyone to bring something to eat…kind of an odd way to show appreciation, " Hey, we rounded up some free donations and cheesy entertainment and it’s up to you guys to provide the eats, thanks for your service!"
Diat60 4 days ago
So – was ONE pie cut into the six pieces? Meagre offerings indeed!
kab2rb 4 days ago
Those men I think are bachelors do not cook.
kaystari Premium Member 4 days ago
I’ve been realizing for a while now just how exist this comic is. I’m glad it smoothed out over time and finally accepted “equal rights”, and started making fun of teenage girls.
pripley 4 days ago
Jan’s artwork improved quite a bit over time. But at this point, she can’t draw hands. ;-) Also, I wish these were colorized, but that’s too much to ask. Back then, I think colorization was done by the publication.
TheWildSow 4 days ago
Back in the early 80’s, my employer (joint medical imaging departments of several hospitals) used to hold a really nice catered dinner-dance — good food an a DJ with good music. The final year they did this, the committee decided to go with a live band instead of the DJ.
So, we went up to get some hors d’oeuvres - bacon-wrapped scallops, stuff like that - and wondered what they would serve for the dinner. Turned out the hors d’oeuvres WERE the dinner! And as for the band, well….try to imagine Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass playing Springsteen songs! NOT good, needless to say. Seems they saved on the food to pay for the live music, and both were bad. Last Radiology holiday party we had.
tammyspeakslife Premium Member 3 days ago
My deviled eggs rarely ever made it to the table. People would grab them off the plate as i was working my way. My dish was usually all gone before I could get to it. I often had to take a portion for myself before putting it at the table because I was busy serving coffee and tea. People just love to take, I have special dietary needs
JoeMartinFan Premium Member 3 days ago
So…every guy in that office is a total jerk?
Durak Premium Member 3 days ago
This was pretty much true when I was teaching. The lady teachers all did their best to out do each other and the guys, well, we did the best we could. Usually my wife would make something nice for me to take. However some of the guys were actually pretty good cooks and brought in some great food.
StellaMaris 1 day ago
The women could also bring cranberry sauce …