That was funnier back then when people didn’t really believe kids that little were supposed to be preparing for college already, like a lot of people think now.
I have been thinking about this arc… and it occurred to me that, from the teacher’s point of view, Calvin didn’t actually do anything wrong. He just alerted her to Susie’s misbehavior.So why are both of them being sent to the principal’s office?
My kids learned quickly when to tell(if someone was in danger) and not(tattling to get the other kid in trouble). The tattler got spanked. If someone was in danger, usually no one got IT. I can’t abide snitches(anyone who tells for profit, gain or revenge.
To those objecting to LX’s comments, I think she is talking about being in trouble (especially a girl), tying that in with Mary having Jesus even though she knew how hard that would be, and Mary’s now helping those in trouble by advocating for them with Jesus. If you’re not religious, that’s perfectly fine. But there does not necessarily have to be connection (or one that you can see) between a comment and the comic, and as long as the person is not attacking other commenters or the cartoonist, I fail to see why it should bother anybody.
Hey folks, back off on LX013 — she’s good people (unlike some of the rest of us). Interesting to hear an Austrian (?) perspective, too. Her English has improved quite a bit over time as well.
Geez. There are some nasty people on here. Words cannot describe how much of a disgrace you are. If I don’t approve of anything, I simply scroll past the comment and not make such a stupid fuss. Personally, I love LX013’s comments and religious or not, I often find them a great comfort.
If she chooses to find comfort in superstitious nonsense, that’s her business. If I choose to stop reading her post after 7 or 8 words, that’s my business.
Susie, all disciplinary action goes into your “permanent file”. Funny, we don’t hear of it now when we actually DO have a permanent, electronic file that follows us everywhere. Right, NSA?
BE THIS GUY almost 9 years ago
This one is on you, Susie; you shouldn’t have been passing notes in class, especially to bait Calvin.
Farside99 almost 9 years ago
But girls always get a pass.
(now, who am I baiting?) ;-)
Pharmakeus Ubik almost 9 years ago
Save it for the pre-nup, Susie.
RickMK almost 9 years ago
That was funnier back then when people didn’t really believe kids that little were supposed to be preparing for college already, like a lot of people think now.
Dour Scotsman almost 9 years ago
Give her a hug Calvin……
Carl R almost 9 years ago
So, why is Calvin even here?
kab2rb almost 9 years ago
Susie do not pass notes about Calvin then you get into no trouble.
Maizing almost 9 years ago
I have been thinking about this arc… and it occurred to me that, from the teacher’s point of view, Calvin didn’t actually do anything wrong. He just alerted her to Susie’s misbehavior.So why are both of them being sent to the principal’s office?
neverenoughgold almost 9 years ago
I believe I said it before, some day Calvin will be President and Susie will be an intern…
…at The George Washington University Hospital
Now, what were you thinking?
Number Three almost 9 years ago
In a way, It’s Susie’s fault for passing notes in the first place! Then Calvin wouldn’t have had to squeal on her.
xxx
cubswin2016 almost 9 years ago
It’s a little early to worry about that.
Susie Derkins :D almost 9 years ago
Feels tense doesn’t it?
route66paul almost 9 years ago
My kids learned quickly when to tell(if someone was in danger) and not(tattling to get the other kid in trouble). The tattler got spanked. If someone was in danger, usually no one got IT. I can’t abide snitches(anyone who tells for profit, gain or revenge.
finnygirl Premium Member almost 9 years ago
To those objecting to LX’s comments, I think she is talking about being in trouble (especially a girl), tying that in with Mary having Jesus even though she knew how hard that would be, and Mary’s now helping those in trouble by advocating for them with Jesus. If you’re not religious, that’s perfectly fine. But there does not necessarily have to be connection (or one that you can see) between a comment and the comic, and as long as the person is not attacking other commenters or the cartoonist, I fail to see why it should bother anybody.
Liverlips McCracken Premium Member almost 9 years ago
Perfect depiction of a little kid’s perception of their “permanent academic record.”
Farside99 almost 9 years ago
Hey folks, back off on LX013 — she’s good people (unlike some of the rest of us). Interesting to hear an Austrian (?) perspective, too. Her English has improved quite a bit over time as well.
Number Three almost 9 years ago
Geez. There are some nasty people on here. Words cannot describe how much of a disgrace you are. If I don’t approve of anything, I simply scroll past the comment and not make such a stupid fuss. Personally, I love LX013’s comments and religious or not, I often find them a great comfort.
mattro65 almost 9 years ago
If she chooses to find comfort in superstitious nonsense, that’s her business. If I choose to stop reading her post after 7 or 8 words, that’s my business.
ACTIVIST1234 almost 9 years ago
Susie, all disciplinary action goes into your “permanent file”. Funny, we don’t hear of it now when we actually DO have a permanent, electronic file that follows us everywhere. Right, NSA?