I can tell the difference in Lynn’s drawing, but I find I am not as excited about the next day’s strip as I used to be. The anticipation of a the next part of the story is gone. I liked it better when she had her hybrid mix of old and new. I just can’t live in the past every day. If this brings her new younger readers who can relate, that’s great, but I miss the strip as it used to be.
I agree with silverpearl. Looks like she forgot something (or someone). She’s a teacher, she should be able to put up with little kids getting caught up in excitement and getting silly. As far as Grandpa Jim, from what I read, Ms. Johnson wants to wrap up story lines so she can start with her “re-runs.” Grandpa Jim has been through enough. I do think the timing could have been figured better. Maybe after the reception.
I can tell the difference in Lynn’s drawing, but I find I am not as excited about the next day’s strip as I used to be. The anticipation of a the next part of the story is gone. I liked it better when she had her hybrid mix of old and new. I just can’t live in the past every day. If this brings her new younger readers who can relate, that’s great, but I miss the strip as it used to be.