Remember, (IN 1991(nineteen ninty-one(after “jesus christ” died) AD, BEFORE the “new” millennium), in pre-pixar times, the “STAR” of finding Nemo AND finding dory, it’s underappreciated “sequel,” a writer/director/actor/stand-up comedian named ALBERT BROOKS “made” his 4th(yes, fourth, what IS IT WITH ME and “sequels” of the “4th(fourth)” variety, anyway?!)feature film, much beloved, by the way, thanks to HBO, WITHOUT his “usual” writing partner/director/editor, etc., (think kevin Patrick Smith without his “right arm” in the form of “Scott mosier,” MR. BROOKS’S "usual partner’ was a woman named Monica johnson, a no-show for the MOST HERALDED, by “everybody,” FEATURE FILM NAMED “defending your life,” by, (all by himself, see?) a mr. Albert brooks, who, while addressing issues about the “afterlife,” made the SAME “points” as pig, in a film about “what REALLY happens to you after you die….” (seems like we’re ALL either a)READING from the “same source,” or b)tell the same “brilliant/corny” jokes!!!! Who knows? We ALL have the same GOD, right? Bye Dan aka…..
Actually, the ultimate destination of those who trust God is not heaven, but a renewed (perfected) earth, or, as CSNY said, “Back to the garden.” So don’t worry about that traditional image of getting bored strumming a harp in the clouds. That’s not what we’re destined for.
Be careful what you wish for. I’m reminded of the Twilight Zone episode where the crook died and ended up in the afterlife, where he was granted his every wish. However, he soon became bored that everything came too easy, and deciding that he didn’t belong in Heaven, begged to go to “the other place”, only to be told that this WAS the other place!
Unless it’s combined with Norse mythology. Specifically Vahalla and slain warriors being taken to Vahalla. In thaat case, they’d die every single day, and come back to life to feast every night.
Before I’d agree to go, I want to know if the cheese and the chocolate are high quality (hey, this is eternity we’re talking about). If the cheese is individually wrapped slices of American cheese (aka, pasteurized process cheese food) and the chocolate is the cheap kind they use to make chocolate coins, I’ll pass!
When Mohammed died, he went to Paradise, where he met George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Robert E. Lee, and many other folk from the Old Dominion State. He complained to Allah, asking where were his 72 virgins. Allah replied, “Virgins? I said, ‘Virginians’”.The original joke was much longer, but I shortened it to the basics.
BE THIS GUY almost 2 years ago
I believe, Pig has found his calling.
BasilBruce almost 2 years ago
Chocolate and cheese? Heaven is in Switzerland?
ronaldspence almost 2 years ago
“Works righteousness”
Wilde Bill almost 2 years ago
♪ Heaven is a place / A place where nothing ever happens ♪
eromlig almost 2 years ago
What, no doggie treats? Who else is more deserving of Heaven??
Erse IS better almost 2 years ago
AND your pants don’t shrink… if you have pants of course.
Alexander the Good Enough almost 2 years ago
I should think that a proper Pig’s heaven would be to be the featured attraction at Christmas dinner…
The dude from FL Premium Member almost 2 years ago
PIG, you didn’t mention as much bacon as you can eat with no calories
DennisinSeattle almost 2 years ago
Rat, I think you have some purgatory dues to pay.
Jacob Mattingly almost 2 years ago
… honestly that sounds like what heaven should be… and at least part of what it should include.
_lounger_ almost 2 years ago
very effective gentle persuasion
Doug K almost 2 years ago
Blessed are the gentle and meek.
Blessed are the the innocent and those who are pure in heart.
DanielRyanMulligan1 almost 2 years ago
Remember, (IN 1991(nineteen ninty-one(after “jesus christ” died) AD, BEFORE the “new” millennium), in pre-pixar times, the “STAR” of finding Nemo AND finding dory, it’s underappreciated “sequel,” a writer/director/actor/stand-up comedian named ALBERT BROOKS “made” his 4th(yes, fourth, what IS IT WITH ME and “sequels” of the “4th(fourth)” variety, anyway?!)feature film, much beloved, by the way, thanks to HBO, WITHOUT his “usual” writing partner/director/editor, etc., (think kevin Patrick Smith without his “right arm” in the form of “Scott mosier,” MR. BROOKS’S "usual partner’ was a woman named Monica johnson, a no-show for the MOST HERALDED, by “everybody,” FEATURE FILM NAMED “defending your life,” by, (all by himself, see?) a mr. Albert brooks, who, while addressing issues about the “afterlife,” made the SAME “points” as pig, in a film about “what REALLY happens to you after you die….” (seems like we’re ALL either a)READING from the “same source,” or b)tell the same “brilliant/corny” jokes!!!! Who knows? We ALL have the same GOD, right? Bye Dan aka…..
tonypezzano almost 2 years ago
Don’t you mean act good not be good?
iggyman almost 2 years ago
Even Rat is impressed on that one!
uniquename almost 2 years ago
Rat, do you have it in you?
Frank Salem Premium Member almost 2 years ago
I like today’s strip a lot.
mrwiskers almost 2 years ago
I have always been amused, I guess is the right word, by how differently each man made religion describes heaven.
kaycstamper almost 2 years ago
Haha, pig dreams on…
Croc Holliday almost 2 years ago
Heaven is a place on earth, so says Belinda Carlisle.
Warrant suggests that heaven isn’t too far away.
Bryan Adams feels that as long as the love of his life is here in his arms, he’s in heaven
Los Lonely Boys haven’t got there yet, and want to know how far heaven is
Bruno Mars feels as though he’s been locked out of heaven
Axl Rose is knockin’ on heaven’s door, unsure if he’ll be let in (yeah whatever to you Bob Dylan purists)
Led Zeppelin is taking the stairway, so it may take them a while to get there
Oddly, heaven appears to be on fire, according to KISS
Wham! can be found at the edge of heaven
The Cure thinks something or other is just like heaven
Heaven may be small and can fit right beside you, per Alice in Chains
Loverboy sees heaven in your eyes (man, those Canadians are so sentimental…….)
Heaven is missing at least one angel, per Tavares
Raise your hands to heaven, because Breathe told you to
Phil Collins got sidetracked because something happened on the way to heaven
If you see heaven, say hello from Temple of the Dog
Ellis97 almost 2 years ago
Heaven is a place in the clouds for good people. I don’t think Rat has it in himself to be good.
Goat from PBS almost 2 years ago
I hate to break it to you, Pig, but good deeds do not guarantee a ticket in paradise.
Zebrastripes almost 2 years ago
Too late RAT! Your obnoxious behavior has already been etched in stone! ☺️☺️☺️
DrDavy2000 almost 2 years ago
Actually, the ultimate destination of those who trust God is not heaven, but a renewed (perfected) earth, or, as CSNY said, “Back to the garden.” So don’t worry about that traditional image of getting bored strumming a harp in the clouds. That’s not what we’re destined for.
Bucinka almost 2 years ago
Count me in.
Tweet&Bleat almost 2 years ago
Are there bathrooms in heaven?
aerotica69 almost 2 years ago
Can that cheese be turned into a cheesecake? If so, I’m in.
KEA almost 2 years ago
Heaven is one of the most unfortunate ideas ever invented by humans
raybarb44 almost 2 years ago
Just be good for goodness sake, regardless of what the afterlife holds for us…..
ThatOneComicAddict (possible comic reviewer) almost 2 years ago
cheese
hariseldon59 almost 2 years ago
Be careful what you wish for. I’m reminded of the Twilight Zone episode where the crook died and ended up in the afterlife, where he was granted his every wish. However, he soon became bored that everything came too easy, and deciding that he didn’t belong in Heaven, begged to go to “the other place”, only to be told that this WAS the other place!
Geezer almost 2 years ago
https://quoteinvestigator.com/2011/07/19/heaven-for-climate/
Packratjohn Premium Member almost 2 years ago
I’d like to the beverage menu before I make any rash lifestyle changes.
d edwin almost 2 years ago
Rat would prefer unlimited beer!!
gigagrouch almost 2 years ago
Heaven is a place where nothing ever happens.
The Orange Mailman almost 2 years ago
He must be Presbyterian.
NWdryad almost 2 years ago
Or become constipated, I suppose?
AZPhinFan almost 2 years ago
Psalm 37:29……enough said
Ray Helvy Premium Member almost 2 years ago
If you include lactose tolerance for the milk chocolate and cheese, my whole family will want to be in on it.
sergioandrade Premium Member almost 2 years ago
“Heaven for climate, Hell for company.” Mark Twain
rshive almost 2 years ago
Not the best justification, Rat. But give it a try. It may make the world better.
198.23.5.11 almost 2 years ago
Angels eat?
knight1192a almost 2 years ago
Unless it’s combined with Norse mythology. Specifically Vahalla and slain warriors being taken to Vahalla. In thaat case, they’d die every single day, and come back to life to feast every night.
paullp Premium Member almost 2 years ago
Before I’d agree to go, I want to know if the cheese and the chocolate are high quality (hey, this is eternity we’re talking about). If the cheese is individually wrapped slices of American cheese (aka, pasteurized process cheese food) and the chocolate is the cheap kind they use to make chocolate coins, I’ll pass!
asrialfeeple almost 2 years ago
Did they say anything about living well? It’s not always a good thing you can’t die.
Otis Rufus Driftwood almost 2 years ago
There’s more to being good enough for Heaven than having chocolate and cheese. Being good in this life is important on its own.
Cathy P. almost 2 years ago
When Mohammed died, he went to Paradise, where he met George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Robert E. Lee, and many other folk from the Old Dominion State. He complained to Allah, asking where were his 72 virgins. Allah replied, “Virgins? I said, ‘Virginians’”.The original joke was much longer, but I shortened it to the basics.
Sisyphos almost 2 years ago
Pig’s idea of “heaven” is very piggy, but cute. Just the sort of thing Rat would go for!
donut reply almost 2 years ago
I see Heaven as having no food, shelter, or money. You don’t need these things.
Walter the dog 3 months ago
You can’t do good to go to heaven