This cartoon goes along with an article I wrote on Linked-in called “Differently Smart.”
It is not likely that managers will pick a pygmy to be on their teams.
My step-niece did anthropological research with the pygmies for her PhD. She was impressed with their honesty even though it was brutal. They told her that they felt sorry for her because she was too ugly to get a husband: she was white, she was tall (even by western standards) and she was too skinny (apparently pygmy men like women with “meat on their bones.”)
Pygmies also think that Americans and Europeans are dumb. They can’t last two seconds in the jungle on their own without getting into some kind of trouble. And they are right.
If I am out in the jungle, I want a pygmy on my team.
Dogs eat the first animal to drop after an extended chase – thus improving the stamina of the prey species. Cats lie in wait to pounce upon the unwary – thus improving the alertness of the prey species. (Ignoring lions who scare prey into running into the jaws of waiting lionesses, thus improving the wisdom and courage of the prey species.)
BE THIS GUY over 5 years ago
The suburbs are more dangerous than most people realize.
The Calvinosaurus That Calvin Wanted To Discover over 5 years ago
Well clearly “here” isn’t safe enough for protection from tiger attacks.
Templo S.U.D. over 5 years ago
Could Hobbes himself even survive two seconds in a concrete jungle?
codycab over 5 years ago
Hobbes would’ve been brilliant for “The Lion King”.
Watcher over 5 years ago
Calvin, no matter where you go it’s always a jungle out there.
Anathema Premium Member over 5 years ago
I don’t think Hobbes would survive two seconds in a jungle either. He’s too suburbanized.
BigDaveGlass over 5 years ago
Love the art work…
bluram over 5 years ago
Calvin’s so lucky to have such a caring playmate.
Gent over 5 years ago
This is probably the twentieth time I’m reading this one. The creative talent of Mr. Watterson is truly phenomenal.
derdave969 over 5 years ago
Inspector Clouseau v. Cato from The Pink Panther Strikes Again came immediately to mind.
A Hip loving Canadian... over 5 years ago
Calvin should be more respectful, it isn’t everyday a stuffed tiger gives you life lessons with such passion.
keltii over 5 years ago
I wonder why they say Lions are the king of the jungle when they really don’t live in a jungle. I think Tigers are the true kings.
DanFlak over 5 years ago
This cartoon goes along with an article I wrote on Linked-in called “Differently Smart.”
It is not likely that managers will pick a pygmy to be on their teams.
My step-niece did anthropological research with the pygmies for her PhD. She was impressed with their honesty even though it was brutal. They told her that they felt sorry for her because she was too ugly to get a husband: she was white, she was tall (even by western standards) and she was too skinny (apparently pygmy men like women with “meat on their bones.”)
Pygmies also think that Americans and Europeans are dumb. They can’t last two seconds in the jungle on their own without getting into some kind of trouble. And they are right.
If I am out in the jungle, I want a pygmy on my team.
rshive over 5 years ago
And the tigers in the jungle aren’t benevolent either.
jpayne4040 over 5 years ago
Apparently “here” is not that safe either, Calvin.
Tentoes over 5 years ago
“And that’s why you have a tiger, brat!” — Hobbes
Purple People Eater over 5 years ago
Be alert! The world needs more lerts.
MEPace over 5 years ago
Who walks under a tree without looking up? There could have been a queen snake in that tree. Calvin was lucky it was only Hobbes.
zeexenon over 5 years ago
Hey kid, come here a minute, we have a great new place for you to live. I’m Nurse Ratched, please put this jacket on or you might catch cold.
DCBakerEsq over 5 years ago
Suburban survival skills are rarely taught in school these days.
BiggerNate91 over 5 years ago
When I was younger my friend and I once recited this strip to our parents.
Space & Kitten over 5 years ago
You need to Pay Attention and Be Alert Everywhere ! Just Common Sense.
stuart about 5 years ago
Dogs eat the first animal to drop after an extended chase – thus improving the stamina of the prey species. Cats lie in wait to pounce upon the unwary – thus improving the alertness of the prey species. (Ignoring lions who scare prey into running into the jaws of waiting lionesses, thus improving the wisdom and courage of the prey species.)
Mr_Cool about 5 years ago
Is this Hobbes’ revenge for what Calvin did to him yesterday?
kab2rb about 5 years ago
That is why so dangerous in the city.
Sailor46 USN 65-95 about 5 years ago
The World is jungle, you either fight or run for ever.
Concretionist about 5 years ago
Be alert. The world needs more Lerts.
hagarthehorrible about 5 years ago
Hobbes, once in a while jolt to Calvin is required to know your importance.