I know what you mean about people doing that nonsense to get on your bad side. I too have that pet peeve when people try to tell you exactly what you need to do/say/act in order to fit in. It’s obnoxious and uncalled for, no matter how well-meaning they might think they’re being.
To Jon – I’m glad that picked up on Carl being well-meaning, because I’m trying not to portray him as an irredeemable jerk. Just as someone with conflicting viewpoints to mine. And really, its mainly when the subject is alcohol that I get touchy. I have a lot of issues when it comes to alcohol. I was going to cover them in the comic, but I thought it might work better as a separate mini, or as a “deleted scene” for the book.
I too end up getting those types of responses from people when they find out that I don’t/can’t drink. It’s just that some people find it strange, or get uncomfortable that I can be around alcohol, not partake, and still have fun.
I have no hatred for alcohol. In fact, we get along pretty good. But I could care less if my company drinks or not.
What I DO have a problem with, is people telling you that you need to FIND SOMEONE. I don’t get it. A) Why do they care B) Why isn’t it socially respectable to be single
I find that same dynamic of judging people because they are single, that their life isn’t complete. Listen up everbody: “I don’t want to find anybody. And no I don’t need to have a kid to fully appreciate life. Deal with it.”
In the meantime, I’ll be doing my own thing whenever I want to. I dont have to go to anymore stupid weddings (another issue of mine). Nor do I have to g for a walk, watch a romantic comedy, or go to a niece’s birthday party!
Aw man, Those are easily 2 of my top 3 things that piss me off when dealing with people. “You need to find someone” and “what, you don’t drink?”. Bad move, Carl.
True to all the above. I am so glad I’m not alone in wondering why the hell everyone tries to push those tired social acceptances on everyone. Why be just another sheep? Could be why we’re all artistic folk…we love to leap side-ways outside of the mundane parade of everyday and observe and make our own comments about it.
Man, I wasn’t expecting this page to strike such a chord with people. I guess a lot of people, especially artists, have been through a situation like this.
The effect of the black shirt seen through the glass is nicely done.
I know what you mean about people doing that nonsense to get on your bad side. I too have that pet peeve when people try to tell you exactly what you need to do/say/act in order to fit in. It’s obnoxious and uncalled for, no matter how well-meaning they might think they’re being.
To McCarthy – Thanks!
To Jon – I’m glad that picked up on Carl being well-meaning, because I’m trying not to portray him as an irredeemable jerk. Just as someone with conflicting viewpoints to mine. And really, its mainly when the subject is alcohol that I get touchy. I have a lot of issues when it comes to alcohol. I was going to cover them in the comic, but I thought it might work better as a separate mini, or as a “deleted scene” for the book.
Agreed. The glass effect is nicely done.
Although Carl is meaning well, he is WRONG!
I too end up getting those types of responses from people when they find out that I don’t/can’t drink. It’s just that some people find it strange, or get uncomfortable that I can be around alcohol, not partake, and still have fun.
I have no hatred for alcohol. In fact, we get along pretty good. But I could care less if my company drinks or not.
What I DO have a problem with, is people telling you that you need to FIND SOMEONE. I don’t get it. A) Why do they care B) Why isn’t it socially respectable to be single
I find that same dynamic of judging people because they are single, that their life isn’t complete. Listen up everbody: “I don’t want to find anybody. And no I don’t need to have a kid to fully appreciate life. Deal with it.”
In the meantime, I’ll be doing my own thing whenever I want to. I dont have to go to anymore stupid weddings (another issue of mine). Nor do I have to g for a walk, watch a romantic comedy, or go to a niece’s birthday party!
Aw man, Those are easily 2 of my top 3 things that piss me off when dealing with people. “You need to find someone” and “what, you don’t drink?”. Bad move, Carl.
True to all the above. I am so glad I’m not alone in wondering why the hell everyone tries to push those tired social acceptances on everyone. Why be just another sheep? Could be why we’re all artistic folk…we love to leap side-ways outside of the mundane parade of everyday and observe and make our own comments about it.
Man, I wasn’t expecting this page to strike such a chord with people. I guess a lot of people, especially artists, have been through a situation like this.
I want to remain single, but my friends say I should get a boyfriend… I hate peer pressure!!!