Baldo by Hector D. Cantú and Carlos Castellanos for October 08, 2010
October 07, 2010
October 09, 2010
Transcript:
Gracie: Papi, can someone be too smart for their own good? Dad: Gracie, being smart... well... it takes a lot of brains! Dad: You're looking for a smarter answer, huh? Gracie: To prove some sort of genetic link, yeah.
parethed about 14 years ago
Yes…you have to be smart enough to know when to keep your mouth shut…
lewisbower about 14 years ago
My mother said I was unnecessarily honest. Wonder what she meant?
Potrzebie about 14 years ago
Lewreader: let’s put it this way. Hard working Ben Franklin worked harder when people were looking and Honest Abe was especially honest when it suited him (according to some lore).
peter0423 about 14 years ago
The best rule of thumb I ever heard was, “Before you say anything, ask yourself four questions: Is it true? Is it necessary? Is it helpful? Is it kind? Go ahead and say it only if all four answers are honestly yes.”
Personally, I’ve found it’s also the hardest rule of thumb to follow. :|
jkoskov about 14 years ago
She seems to be failing at being smart. And if she doesn’t listen carefully, she’ll miss the boat on that wisdom thing too!
Coyoty Premium Member about 14 years ago
Being smart isn’t the same as being wise. She’s got the smarts but not the wisdom yet.
bald about 14 years ago
be grateful gracie, you are smart and have common sense, unlike some people i have had the misfortune to have worked with