Uh, so what we’ve been seeing this week is the rehearsal dinner? I thought it was the wedding reception. Let’s hope Alex’s mom and the loser don’t ruin it for her.And I like the newer hairstyle. Trudeau should change it up for her. After all, Luann didn’t stay the same….
That’s one of those moments dads standing in the delivery room know they might face someday, when they feel under their feet the click on the land mine of life. Nothing will be the same foreverafter.
My daughters left me for adulthood a lot of years ago. I still – always will – miss being the only man in their lives for all those too few years. Damn, this strip was throat-lumpy.
And yes. HBT captures poignant. Not something a comic strip often does. This is one to buy, frame, and give as a gift to the father of every bride. (Well, maybe not every bride.)
Depending on the moment, my 31 year old daughter’s expression/laugh/eye rolls can take me back to every moment from the time she was born to the time she left for college. I had my moment of closure at the wedding when we had a father/daughter dance near the end of her wedding. I hope GT can give Mike a moment like that as well. Then pass her over to her Toggle and go dance with his Kim. Thank you for the memories Mr. Trudeau. Life’s been good.
Today’s strip brought a tear to my eye and a lump in my throat. I couldn’t help but think of my own daughter and how she’s progressed from that little kid in a pony-tail, to a beautiful young woman eager to conquer the world, to an even more beautiful, mature mother with a 17 year old son.Thanks, Gary. This was a great Father’s Day gift.And btw, my daughter just called me to wish me a happy Fathers Day and invite me to lunch, while I was typing this. How cool is that!
My own father died before I was brought home from the hospital I was born in, and I have never had children of my own, and I still teared up. Weddings, like funerals, are just major time markers. I knew an undertaker who said it was important not to overplan one’s own funeral, but leave something for the survivors to busy themselves with to help keep them from falling apart. Maybe the principle explains some of the bridezilla behavor we see. Anyway, thank you Garry.
Brought tears to my eyes. Nicely done Mr. Trudeau— you’ve captured the thoughts of every father when he realizes his daughter is all grown up. Beautiful.
C. Downs: with the story line of Toggle and Alex. A good friend suffered severe TBI, was unable to walk for a couple years. He worked incredibly hard for months, toward one goal. He WAS able to walk his daughter down the aisle, and at the reception, danced with her to the song “Daddy’s girl”. THAT was a “moment”!
I almost wish her hair was in its normal style. Sure, she looks like she jumped right out of a picture-perfect bridal magazine… but she doesn’t look much like Alex.
This is why Trudeau is great. He balances the political stuff with the character work. Can you name another commentary strip in which you care about the characters?
What a classy and classic week of Doonesbury. It has the same feelgood quality I remember from the week that Rick and Joanie first spent the night together.
Perfect for Father’s Day. I’m waiting for the wedding ceremony though. I wonder if GT will do something like the Rev asking Leo if he takes Alex as his bride, only to have Leo pause and then instead of stuttering, saying “I do” then turning to Alex and whispering “Been practicing… since we first met”.
Dtroutma over 12 years ago
The moment of “vapor lock”.
margueritem over 12 years ago
Love this one.
BE THIS GUY over 12 years ago
Alex is a beautiful bride.
Cofyjunky over 12 years ago
Uh, so what we’ve been seeing this week is the rehearsal dinner? I thought it was the wedding reception. Let’s hope Alex’s mom and the loser don’t ruin it for her.And I like the newer hairstyle. Trudeau should change it up for her. After all, Luann didn’t stay the same….
artybee over 12 years ago
That’s one of those moments dads standing in the delivery room know they might face someday, when they feel under their feet the click on the land mine of life. Nothing will be the same foreverafter.
VeronicaKleckner over 12 years ago
Aw. I want to frame this one.
Buzza Wuzza over 12 years ago
The Great American Comic Strip.
dauser over 12 years ago
Love that “click on the land mine of life.” Also, when was the last time we saw those big wide surprised eyes on the usually laconic Mike?
Gator007 over 12 years ago
Oh boo hoo!!
petermwolk over 12 years ago
My daughters left me for adulthood a lot of years ago. I still – always will – miss being the only man in their lives for all those too few years. Damn, this strip was throat-lumpy.
Welcome to the club, Mike.
38lowell over 12 years ago
Blue or green… how trivial compared to real life!
pschearer Premium Member over 12 years ago
Coming soon to a comic strip near you! Mike has a stroke and dies! (Or would that be Trudeau?)
Doughfoot over 12 years ago
More architecture in this strip than most. The renderings of the staircase are very nice. The house is more than just some rooms.
Doughfoot over 12 years ago
And yes. HBT captures poignant. Not something a comic strip often does. This is one to buy, frame, and give as a gift to the father of every bride. (Well, maybe not every bride.)
cdward over 12 years ago
This may be one of those perfect Dad moments. I don’t have daughters, but I do dream about watching my sons marry some day.
rockngolfer over 12 years ago
My print newspaper left out the first two panels.
tomshelly1990 over 12 years ago
Happy Father’s Day, Mike…they shoot up fast, don’t they?
ReneTray over 12 years ago
Yes.
wordymom over 12 years ago
Happy Father’s Day, Mike.
chazandru over 12 years ago
Depending on the moment, my 31 year old daughter’s expression/laugh/eye rolls can take me back to every moment from the time she was born to the time she left for college. I had my moment of closure at the wedding when we had a father/daughter dance near the end of her wedding. I hope GT can give Mike a moment like that as well. Then pass her over to her Toggle and go dance with his Kim. Thank you for the memories Mr. Trudeau. Life’s been good.
thirdguy over 12 years ago
I was fortunate to have the “silhouette” moment 3 years ago. Bittersweet is not quite right, but the sense of loss is palpable.
poppacapsmokeblower over 12 years ago
This is perfect for Father’s Day. Thank you, Sir.
babka Premium Member over 12 years ago
eloquence. silence. tears. Alex new.
celeconecca over 12 years ago
I have enjoyed this strip for its entire run, and this is up there with the top strips!
Linguist over 12 years ago
Today’s strip brought a tear to my eye and a lump in my throat. I couldn’t help but think of my own daughter and how she’s progressed from that little kid in a pony-tail, to a beautiful young woman eager to conquer the world, to an even more beautiful, mature mother with a 17 year old son.Thanks, Gary. This was a great Father’s Day gift.And btw, my daughter just called me to wish me a happy Fathers Day and invite me to lunch, while I was typing this. How cool is that!
Tetonbil over 12 years ago
Mike just went ‘tharn’.
bt over 12 years ago
And is Alex FINALLY going to get a new hairstyle?
Blood-Poisoning Vermin over 12 years ago
Here’s a nod of respect to all you commenteers – your words brought moisture to my eyes.
underwriter over 12 years ago
My own father died before I was brought home from the hospital I was born in, and I have never had children of my own, and I still teared up. Weddings, like funerals, are just major time markers. I knew an undertaker who said it was important not to overplan one’s own funeral, but leave something for the survivors to busy themselves with to help keep them from falling apart. Maybe the principle explains some of the bridezilla behavor we see. Anyway, thank you Garry.
Hunter7 over 12 years ago
The realisation his baby girl is no longer a baby. All grown up and leaving home. .Happy Father’s Day.
dlauber Premium Member over 12 years ago
Brought tears to my eyes. Nicely done Mr. Trudeau— you’ve captured the thoughts of every father when he realizes his daughter is all grown up. Beautiful.
Dtroutma over 12 years ago
C. Downs: with the story line of Toggle and Alex. A good friend suffered severe TBI, was unable to walk for a couple years. He worked incredibly hard for months, toward one goal. He WAS able to walk his daughter down the aisle, and at the reception, danced with her to the song “Daddy’s girl”. THAT was a “moment”!
Tigrita over 12 years ago
I almost wish her hair was in its normal style. Sure, she looks like she jumped right out of a picture-perfect bridal magazine… but she doesn’t look much like Alex.
David_J Premium Member over 12 years ago
Time to dig out that old copy of “Still a Few Bugs in the System” and start over. Thanks for the great ride GT.
summerdog86 over 12 years ago
Wow! Just…….Wow!
Nelly55 over 12 years ago
Brilliant, touching and timeless……
bravo GT
listmom over 12 years ago
Sweet one this week! She’s a beautiful bride.
ealeseth over 12 years ago
Very appropriate for Father’s Day.
GTphile over 12 years ago
… heartfelt remarks …. fine gang of followers…wouldn’t miss…thank you
Not the Smartest Man On the Planet -- Maybe Close Premium Member over 12 years ago
This is why Trudeau is great. He balances the political stuff with the character work. Can you name another commentary strip in which you care about the characters?
peterabroad over 12 years ago
Shucks, soooo sweet. He’s moved me again. Good luck Mike with the transition and the memories. Like only yesterday…
maree pavletich over 12 years ago
Wow, just….wow
Alms4Thorby over 12 years ago
What a classy and classic week of Doonesbury. It has the same feelgood quality I remember from the week that Rick and Joanie first spent the night together.
pearlsarefuzzy over 12 years ago
This has been the best week of Doonesbury in years. I love this strip, I do, I do.
annieb1012 over 12 years ago
Hope dtpi saw this….
Hufn over 12 years ago
That would be because the day isn’t about you…. Funny thing that
Gokie5 over 12 years ago
Really heartfelt comments – brought tears to my eyes. Happy Father’s Day to all dads, honorary dads, or wannabe dads of any kind.
Gokie5 over 12 years ago
My reaction to Alex was WHOA! Great week for this already great strip.
edonline over 12 years ago
Perfect for Father’s Day. I’m waiting for the wedding ceremony though. I wonder if GT will do something like the Rev asking Leo if he takes Alex as his bride, only to have Leo pause and then instead of stuttering, saying “I do” then turning to Alex and whispering “Been practicing… since we first met”.
onespiceybbw over 12 years ago
i wonder if she has time for a nose job. . .
dawnsfire over 12 years ago
perfect for Fathers’ Day!!!!
kaffekup over 12 years ago
A churl like you is a pro? Go figure.
trspence over 12 years ago
My daughter turned 21 last week. It’s not going to be too much longer…
Justdar826 over 12 years ago
what a fabulous strip! One of your best Mr Trudeau
JoeStrike over 12 years ago
Go with the blue, Mike – matches the boutonairre [sp?]