Luann by Greg Evans and Karen Evans for April 13, 2012
April 12, 2012
April 14, 2012
Transcript:
Gunther: "Nice and fine fresh in here. You just cleaned?"
Knute: "Yeah. Got this new sani-"
Crystal: "GUYS!"
Crystal: "Some privacy, PLEASE!"
Knute: "Sorry, Cryst."
Knute: "MOVE ON, GUYS! CRYSTAL'S IN HERE! PROCEED TO NEXT RESTROOM!"
I’ve always been able to determine some sort of purpose that is put forth in each arc. Unless Greg was trying to display an unusually high comfort level between Crystal and Knute, I’m lost.
Dave – that’s probably the most accurate statement about Greg’s motivation. There is way to much analysis and backstory writing going on, more than Evans ever does. Cartoonists have to work fast and always forward. It may lead to inconsistencies and contradictions, but … but … - oh man I cannot believe I am going to say this -- IT’S A COMI***********!!!!!!!!!
And so now she overflows the toilet with all the pent-up p*ss.
So what happened to the wonder words on Knute’s t’s? Y’all made me aware how they changed between panels. But since he’s been tight with Crystal, they’ve disappeared. Is that an omen that love is making him dull?
Did you know that in some states it is actually illegal for a woman to use the men’s room (and vise versa I’m guessing). Let’s hope she does not get arrested.
Crystal will emerge to applause that would make Tiffany jealous. Let’s just hope that a sheet of fabric softener doesn’t slide out of her pant’s leg and ruin everything.
It’s actually moot as to whether any states have that statute on the books – what’s important is whether they’re enforceable today. They really aren’t. Most older sex- or gender-segregated laws are subject to being overturned in the courts, which is why no one prosecutes. Can you imagine trying to enforce, let alone prosecute, a “no women in the men’s room” law in the face of a violation of Human Rights lawsuit? .Transgendered people aren’t accosted for using the “wrong” restroom in a restaurant or other public facility – it would constitute gender identity discrimination and leave the facility open to liability. Ditto a dad who brings his daughter into the men’s room so she can use the toilet or he can change her diaper, or a mom who brings her son into the ladies’ room because she isn’t comfortable either escorting him into the men’s room or letting him go there on his own. .The whole concept of having gender segregation when it comes to bathrooms or changing rooms comes down to two issues – safety and privacy. While a public space, a restroom is a confined setting that can be exploited by a criminal element – and unfortunately, sexual assaults and other offenses that disproportionately affect women are disproportionately committed by men. As long as the bathroom or changing facilities provided for both men and women are separate, yet equal, there really isn’t going to be enough cross-use to justify calling law enforcement.
“this is what happens when 60 something old man thinks he can do teen dialogue,Evans & Batiak should give up” — give up what, their primary sources of income? would you?
This isn’t a story arc, it’s just a weeklong bit of fluff. Others have commented on its “squickiness” (that’s the sound Knute’s new bottle of sanitizer makes).As for Elwood, who knows if he is a student at present? He could be an emancipated minor, with private tutors.
It’s unclear to me how the “Elwood” character is getting discussed this week. He is probably the least plausible of anyone in the comic strip. If he is a student in the school, then he’s wasting his time there, assuming he is as fabulously wealthy as he claims to be.
LOL – define “annoying”! I probably have that covered most of the time and I’m not paid, either. But you’re here not because you’re paid to be, but because, like the rest of the posters, you feel your comments and observations have valid input. You’re not here just to piss people off and garner attention by inciting outrage, unlike the froggy troll, its sockpuppets and various pathetic, pale green imitations.
I would love to see Tiffany, Crystal, & Knute all go to Hollywood to pick up Tiff’s SAG card. George Clooney would probably hit on the girls & Snookie would nail Knute.
ShagsCA over 12 years ago
Knute’s going to be a fine house-husband some day!
whayle over 12 years ago
They had time to make a sign but she hasn’t had time to pee yet??
FatTonyBalducci over 12 years ago
or janitor
jeff_e over 12 years ago
This would be a fine time for Leslie or Elwood to show up.
barbarasbrute over 12 years ago
I can just imagine the next issue of their high school newspaper……..
Harryfan over 12 years ago
I think it might get a bit exciting if a teacher in need of a restroom was to show up right about now.
The Nihilist over 12 years ago
Hope Crystal never travels to places with unisex loo’s, she might not survive
Sisyphos over 12 years ago
Couldn’t you have used a megaphone, Spaceboy?
wiselad over 12 years ago
I am glad that Knute did not have time to buy neon lights showing that “Crystal is here”……. I am expecting TMZ to show at anytime
Professional Rookie over 12 years ago
This arc is stupid.
SoItBegins~ over 12 years ago
…….what an idiot.
[facepalm]
Packer12 over 12 years ago
Think I’ll check back into the strip in a month when the toilet humor(?) should be finished and some other inane story line persists.
Talker123 over 12 years ago
Traffic cop for a toilet. This is a newly created position. The lady is likely to be mortified when she emerges.
Purple Morpho 2015 over 12 years ago
Hey! He is just trying to help in his own weird way…
johnjohn4321 over 12 years ago
Maybe he could sell tickets.
Major Matt Mason Premium Member over 12 years ago
“She’s really, REALLY peeing!” Thank you, Pinkie Knute. ;D
Mordock999 over 12 years ago
Soooooooo, I WONDER WHO Ms. Crystal’s NEW Love Interest will be now since MORON just SCREWED Up???
Tinyman over 12 years ago
A LITTLE LOUDER KNUTE-CHINA DIDN’T HEAR YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Kathe over 12 years ago
Think it’s time to flush this arc?
Chuck373 over 12 years ago
I’ve always been able to determine some sort of purpose that is put forth in each arc. Unless Greg was trying to display an unusually high comfort level between Crystal and Knute, I’m lost.
SwimsWithSharks over 12 years ago
It’s not an arc. Jeez. It’s a gag. A sitcom.
We’ll let you know how it comes out.
lynchmother over 12 years ago
OK!! Enough!!
smiling4Him over 12 years ago
She’s gonna murder him!!!
mgstoked over 12 years ago
Embarrassing much?
Airman over 12 years ago
I’m really enjoying this.
Nighthawks Premium Member over 12 years ago
the room will soon be available, she’s in her mid-turds,
Mordock999 over 12 years ago
“Come on WITHOUT!”“Come on WITHIN!”“Now Just Who the Hell IS this JOKER ‘Quinn’???”
Sheriff Mordecai Premium Member over 12 years ago
Dave – that’s probably the most accurate statement about Greg’s motivation. There is way to much analysis and backstory writing going on, more than Evans ever does. Cartoonists have to work fast and always forward. It may lead to inconsistencies and contradictions, but … but … - oh man I cannot believe I am going to say this -- IT’S A COMI***********!!!!!!!!!
ACTIVIST1234 over 12 years ago
And so now she overflows the toilet with all the pent-up p*ss.
So what happened to the wonder words on Knute’s t’s? Y’all made me aware how they changed between panels. But since he’s been tight with Crystal, they’ve disappeared. Is that an omen that love is making him dull?
Fly On The Wall over 12 years ago
Gosh, can’t wait for the next storyline!!!!
tigre1 over 12 years ago
I like it more and more. He actually CAN take charge of situations. If West Point doesn’t get him, he could become a seriously capable citizen.
sactiger over 12 years ago
I can’t believe people get so ‘wrapped around the axle’. C’mon folks, lighten up… it’s a COMIC STRIP!! You know… ‘fantasy’? Geeez…
Guilty Bystander over 12 years ago
Agreed, it’s only a comic strip, but this isn’t the most compelling of arcs.
gemdrite over 12 years ago
If Knute had just let her use the restroom without cleaning it first, she’d be finished already and this wouldn’t be an issue.
cwkrrk over 12 years ago
Did you know that in some states it is actually illegal for a woman to use the men’s room (and vise versa I’m guessing). Let’s hope she does not get arrested.
mazeremd over 12 years ago
That crowd is going to gather around the door and applaud when she comes out.
Airman over 12 years ago
Crystal will emerge to applause that would make Tiffany jealous. Let’s just hope that a sheet of fabric softener doesn’t slide out of her pant’s leg and ruin everything.
auramac over 12 years ago
For those who were tired of the Brad and Toni storyline- happy now? Yeesh…
mojitobaby over 12 years ago
It’s actually moot as to whether any states have that statute on the books – what’s important is whether they’re enforceable today. They really aren’t. Most older sex- or gender-segregated laws are subject to being overturned in the courts, which is why no one prosecutes. Can you imagine trying to enforce, let alone prosecute, a “no women in the men’s room” law in the face of a violation of Human Rights lawsuit? .Transgendered people aren’t accosted for using the “wrong” restroom in a restaurant or other public facility – it would constitute gender identity discrimination and leave the facility open to liability. Ditto a dad who brings his daughter into the men’s room so she can use the toilet or he can change her diaper, or a mom who brings her son into the ladies’ room because she isn’t comfortable either escorting him into the men’s room or letting him go there on his own. .The whole concept of having gender segregation when it comes to bathrooms or changing rooms comes down to two issues – safety and privacy. While a public space, a restroom is a confined setting that can be exploited by a criminal element – and unfortunately, sexual assaults and other offenses that disproportionately affect women are disproportionately committed by men. As long as the bathroom or changing facilities provided for both men and women are separate, yet equal, there really isn’t going to be enough cross-use to justify calling law enforcement.
Popeyesforearm over 12 years ago
Knute Rocknehead
Sheriff Mordecai Premium Member over 12 years ago
“this is what happens when 60 something old man thinks he can do teen dialogue,Evans & Batiak should give up” — give up what, their primary sources of income? would you?
JanBic Premium Member over 12 years ago
Go PRO
Spode over 12 years ago
This isn’t a story arc, it’s just a weeklong bit of fluff. Others have commented on its “squickiness” (that’s the sound Knute’s new bottle of sanitizer makes).As for Elwood, who knows if he is a student at present? He could be an emancipated minor, with private tutors.
dfowensby over 12 years ago
so now we’ve borked a whole week on a total “Huh?” thread…marvelous.
melmarsh9v over 12 years ago
No! Public School District Educational System Building Facilities Management Custodial Engineering Service Specialist…
melmarsh9v over 12 years ago
It’s unclear to me how the “Elwood” character is getting discussed this week. He is probably the least plausible of anyone in the comic strip. If he is a student in the school, then he’s wasting his time there, assuming he is as fabulously wealthy as he claims to be.
melmarsh9v over 12 years ago
Let’s hope the pressure upon Crystal’s fictional bladder has been relieved by tomorrow!
mojitobaby over 12 years ago
LOL – define “annoying”! I probably have that covered most of the time and I’m not paid, either. But you’re here not because you’re paid to be, but because, like the rest of the posters, you feel your comments and observations have valid input. You’re not here just to piss people off and garner attention by inciting outrage, unlike the froggy troll, its sockpuppets and various pathetic, pale green imitations.
Airman over 12 years ago
I would love to see Tiffany, Crystal, & Knute all go to Hollywood to pick up Tiff’s SAG card. George Clooney would probably hit on the girls & Snookie would nail Knute.
MadYank over 12 years ago
Could someone give me directions to Knute’s grave? I want to go LAUGH at him…because Crystal MUST have killed him by now!
Xsia over 12 years ago
Wow…
DevilDog2001 Premium Member almost 7 years ago
Smooth :(