When my oldest grandson was growing up, I used to tell him he was my favorite grandson. To which he’d always reply, “I’m your only one!”
Now, he’ll be 28 on Sunday and is a Dad, himself, and I’ve got four step-grandchildren to spoil. I kidded him about not being my only grandson anymore. He just laughed and said " Yeah, but I got to be with you when you still had the energy to keep up! " … I wasn’t sure how to take that…
This could be bitter cartoon if not for Opal’s smile. Personally I like to stay active around the house, fixing and extending our house and yard, making repairs like replacing the kitchen faucet or the mail box out on the road. Maybe I won’t feel so useful in my 80’s. Hmmmm.
Grandparents should be the spoilers. Unfortunately today so many are raising their g-kids and have to be the parents; can’t just enjoy being grandparents.
With the woke horror of today, I have outlived my culture. Never would have imagined we would degrade to the point of not knowing the definition of women, or giving men tampons. You kids can have it.
profbob almost 2 years ago
Yeah Grampa spoil the Grandson not the moment.
Concretionist almost 2 years ago
There are two kinds of “spoil”. I think he really prefers Pearl’s spoliing. Though Earl’s kind of fun!
PS: Teaching the grandson is also a Darwinian task.
David Huie Green ForceIsAUsefulFiction almost 2 years ago
I explained that fact regarding my current role to my daughter-in-law.
I also explained that I didn’t see them enough to do very much damage. She looked extremely relieved.
Cornelius Noodleman almost 2 years ago
When Earl came out of the bathroom it smelled like something spoiled
Doug K almost 2 years ago
I believe Grandmothers are more likely to spoil a grandchild.
Grandfathers are generally more likely to be a kid with a grandchild.
juicebruce almost 2 years ago
Good point Nelson !
Charles almost 2 years ago
Old people provide experience, wisdom and guidance. And cookies!
Robert Nowall Premium Member almost 2 years ago
Yeah. You know what they say. Grandchildren are the best revenge.
TonysSon almost 2 years ago
Nelson subtly starts his plan for power of attorney.
Darryl Heine almost 2 years ago
No spoilers!
heathcliff2 almost 2 years ago
Someone grasped something.
ANIMAL almost 2 years ago
Well…… at least he ADMITS to the spoils.
Adolf Trump almost 2 years ago
If we eliminated anyone who wasn’t useful, there would be lots more parking spaces.
jango almost 2 years ago
Kids say the darnedest things.
Adolf Trump almost 2 years ago
Earl’s feeling sorry for himself.
As long as you’re sleeping on this side of the lawn, no complaining.
Okay, Earl, head down to the park, those pigeons won’t feed themselves.
Spot any litter, put it in the bin.
assrdood almost 2 years ago
Nelson nailed it today!!
Chris almost 2 years ago
thank you. :)
monya_43 almost 2 years ago
We all serve a purpose, even if it is a cautionary tale and/or setting a bad example.
Ed The Red Premium Member almost 2 years ago
By that logic, elderly cavemen are there to teach the young cavemen how to hunt. But there weren’t a lot of elderly cavemen.
Lee26 Premium Member almost 2 years ago
John Mellencamp: " Life goes on, long after the thrill of living it is gone".
Linguist almost 2 years ago
When my oldest grandson was growing up, I used to tell him he was my favorite grandson. To which he’d always reply, “I’m your only one!”
Now, he’ll be 28 on Sunday and is a Dad, himself, and I’ve got four step-grandchildren to spoil. I kidded him about not being my only grandson anymore. He just laughed and said " Yeah, but I got to be with you when you still had the energy to keep up! " … I wasn’t sure how to take that…
mistercatworks almost 2 years ago
I’m so glad a female character didn’t say that. If you think human life is mostly about reproduction, you have my sympathy but not my understanding.
Zebrastripes almost 2 years ago
Opal is so proud of Nelson…she’d never admit such an outrageous statement, though, like Earl just did…LOL
Moonkey Premium Member almost 2 years ago
Opal looks proud of both of them, I think.
Alberta Oil Premium Member almost 2 years ago
That alone is worth living for.
Kirk P Premium Member almost 2 years ago
This could be bitter cartoon if not for Opal’s smile. Personally I like to stay active around the house, fixing and extending our house and yard, making repairs like replacing the kitchen faucet or the mail box out on the road. Maybe I won’t feel so useful in my 80’s. Hmmmm.
e.groves almost 2 years ago
I feel the same as Earl.
Daltongang Premium Member almost 2 years ago
Don’t forget Earl, it is your job to assist Karma when she visits you children. Now give Nelson a giant Pixie Stick and send him home in hyper mode.
Cozmik Cowboy almost 2 years ago
Just spent 2 weeks spoiling grandsons; now they’re back home, and I’m exhausted & broke.
Loved it!
rickmac1937 Premium Member almost 2 years ago
Good one nelson
MuddyUSA Premium Member almost 2 years ago
That is a true statement…I do it all the time!
KEA almost 2 years ago
I think we have way more than enough spoiled people on the planet.
rhpii almost 2 years ago
I plan on doing that x3 this weekend.
CeceliaWD Premium Member almost 2 years ago
Grandparents should be the spoilers. Unfortunately today so many are raising their g-kids and have to be the parents; can’t just enjoy being grandparents.
Holilubillkori Premium Member almost 2 years ago
Nice smile on Opal…
Fountowizdum almost 2 years ago
Substitute the word love for spoil. To love and be loved is the greatest purpose of all
zeexenon almost 2 years ago
Me too, and I’m grateful when all the various aches and pains subside. Besides, I still have to take out the trash and mow the lawn.
Realimaginary1 Premium Member almost 2 years ago
To the needy grandkids go the spoils!
sparklite almost 2 years ago
With the woke horror of today, I have outlived my culture. Never would have imagined we would degrade to the point of not knowing the definition of women, or giving men tampons. You kids can have it.
ajakimber425 almost 2 years ago
Thank you, Nelson!
w16521 almost 2 years ago
The expression by Opal in the last panel is a bit creepy.
vacman almost 2 years ago
I’m 67 in a couple of months. Still working full time and hoping to work till house and cars are all paid off. Then maybe I will think of retirement.
eced52 almost 2 years ago
Even Gramma had to smile on that one
Teto85 Premium Member almost 2 years ago
He can always be a Protector. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Protector_(novel)
Jack Bell Premium Member almost 2 years ago
Grandchildren are God’s reward for not killing your children.
JasonBall almost 2 years ago
Almost the same dialogue as March 11, 2006