Arlo and Janis by Jimmy Johnson for September 05, 2011
September 04, 2011
September 06, 2011
Transcript:
Janis: So, what did you think of the house? Arlo: I think it could be great! Arlo: If Gus can set them up, we can at least pitch in! We could help weekends! Janis: I think new windows would be a wonderful wedding present! Arlo: Now, exactly when do we get rid of this kid?
bereed206 about 13 years ago
they may grow up and leave the house. they never leave the family. (if you are lucky)
Kamino Neko about 13 years ago
While I know – or am pretty sure – what he actually meant, I can’t help but read Arlo’s comment as ‘how do we get rid of the kid and take the farm for ourselves?’
dweezelfe about 13 years ago
On target, trully spoken.
psychlady about 13 years ago
Hopefully, the kid will never forget where he came from!
T_Lexi about 13 years ago
Ahhh… this is what family is all about. If you’re lucky, it lasts for generations.
rusty gate about 13 years ago
Yeah, I think Arlo loves the situation. He’s being sarcastic as to not being seen as a ‘softy’, but look at Janis’ smile. She kinows better. Arlo is hook, line and sinker into being there for his son.
gaebie about 13 years ago
An empty nest is great! And having your kids calling asking for advice makes it all better yet!
A&J are lucky with this kid.
Galliglo about 13 years ago
My hat off to JJ. This strip is so loving and understanding of… young couple and parents with all the trials – and comedy! – that entails… parents growing older… children growing up…
I’ve said it before – and I’ll say it again! A&J makes me smile… and realize that there ARE people out there who value the same things that I do…
GypsyWoman about 13 years ago
I grew up in an older farmhouse, they are really beautiful in their own way.
rob9108 about 13 years ago
This stage is the pay-off for having survived the teen years. Suddenly, your kid is someone you want to be friends with and who wants to be friends with you!
Dirty Dragon about 13 years ago
What’s all this, a Gus Ex Machina? Is he going to sell the restaurant to buy the kids a farm? If not, will he be able to operate it without family labor??