I will move back into the dorm, because I’ve stayed with the DeGroots long enough.
Followed by:
And when the Summer comes, I’m moving from the dorm to My parent’s house after I’ve kicked my brother and his kids out because they too, have stayed there long enough to have made other “living arrangements.”
And if I find out that my brother and his kids actually moved out three years ago, but my parents didn’t bother to tell me, then I’m going to have a very long unpleasant conversation with mom and pop. – Bernice ;-)
Bernice just can’t avoid to psychoanalyze her best friend. That’s not exactly a good thing to do, especially if you’re commenting it with one of her parents. I hope this arc is about Bernice talking to Luann and helping her choose new resolutions that are more realistic and less vague, connecting with her while doing it. Because bein on Bernice that finally realize how heavy-handed, rude and negative she is would be a miracle. But maybe, if Luann finally reacts to her constant criticism…. However, aside from Bernice, it’s really sad to see what a low opinion Frank has of his daughter.
Want a scary thought? The USA produces more psychologists than engineers. So, while our highways are falling apart, climate change is raging because of our antiquated power generation system, and we face serious threats from China (Civil Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, and Electrical Engineer) the USA produces a plethora of psychologists to examine the feelings of the situation.
I thought Bernice moving in with the Degroots was a plot device to keep having the scenes of her and Luann discussing life in Luann’s room. I guess there have been a few of those. But not enough to matter. (And were they that entertaining anyway?)
Bernice now seems to be an “obsolete” character and should go the way of Knute and Crystal and many others. She hasn’t been a “best friend” in forever – mostly due to Luann moving on to new friends. It happens and it’s normal.
I enjoy having Bernice there. I don’t particularly LIKE her but she does add at an interesting dynamic to the household and since she is Luann’s oldest friend, she acts as a foil for Luann, similar to the role Brad had when he lived at home.
In any walk of life it’s pretty gutsy (and not a good gutsy) to run down someone’s daughter while a guest in their house. That’s just being a decent human being.
Bernice should worry less about Luann’s resolutions and more about her own living situation. Or does she plan to take advantage of the Degroots’ kindness forever? Surely her brother has found a job by now? Or maybe she herself should try and get a job? She clearly has plenty of free time, after all.
I’ve known few psychology majors that were like this. No real-world experience, but will tell you “based on my experience (unsaid: with text books)…” SMH
lvlax 12 months ago
Let’s hope Bernice’s main NYR is to quit imposing on the Degroots and find another place to live.
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I wonder if Luann has found all the dog urine stains that magically appeared when Bernice was taking car of Puddles?? ;)
Tyge 12 months ago
Good answer, Frank! Good answer!
J. Scarbrough 12 months ago
Is Frank a Psyche Major?
4everbound2 12 months ago
Bernice is too far removed from understanding her own limited limited mental capacity to ever become a competent psychiatrist…
Ivy Valory Premium Member 12 months ago
That’s some wisdom right there, Frank.
Rhetorical_Question 12 months ago
It’s part of Frank’s classified job skills! Maybe Frank can explain more?
ronaldspence 12 months ago
Good burn Frank!
David Huie Green LoveJoyAndPeace 12 months ago
Successful so far!!
snsurone76 12 months ago
Frank sure has his daughter pegged.
Wilkins068 12 months ago
Lets hear yours Bernice.
Yes 50 cats is enough
eced52 12 months ago
To drive Bernice crazy.
The Reader Premium Member 12 months ago
Too spot-on!
Wilkins068 12 months ago
Everbody eat their black eyed peas yesterday?
Mordock999 Premium Member 12 months ago
How about YOUR “resolutions,” Bernice?
Might I suggest:
I will move back into the dorm, because I’ve stayed with the DeGroots long enough.Followed by:
And when the Summer comes, I’m moving from the dorm to My parent’s house after I’ve kicked my brother and his kids out because they too, have stayed there long enough to have made other “living arrangements.”
And if I find out that my brother and his kids actually moved out three years ago, but my parents didn’t bother to tell me, then I’m going to have a very long unpleasant conversation with mom and pop. – Bernice ;-)
OneTime59 12 months ago
B out-counseled again by someone else (life experience) who is not a psychology “major”.
kaycstamper 12 months ago
Why in the world did LuAnn ever pick Bernice for a friend? She’s a constant downer/nagger…irritating!
Aladar30 Premium Member 12 months ago
Bernice just can’t avoid to psychoanalyze her best friend. That’s not exactly a good thing to do, especially if you’re commenting it with one of her parents. I hope this arc is about Bernice talking to Luann and helping her choose new resolutions that are more realistic and less vague, connecting with her while doing it. Because bein on Bernice that finally realize how heavy-handed, rude and negative she is would be a miracle. But maybe, if Luann finally reacts to her constant criticism…. However, aside from Bernice, it’s really sad to see what a low opinion Frank has of his daughter.
Ellis97 12 months ago
Maybe Bernice should make a resolution to be a better person and stop putting people down.
The Orange Mailman 12 months ago
Keen insight into the people who say they will change but never do.
ctolson 12 months ago
Sounds like Frank knows that one personally. Husband defense.
Just-me 12 months ago
Luann needs a couple of new friends and to lose a couple of old ones.
rrsltx 12 months ago
Finally, Frank says something worthy. Why not just hand Bernice a broom and wish her a safe flight back to the coven?
[Traveler] Premium Member 12 months ago
Did you know that 89.3% of statistics are made up on the spot
RSH 12 months ago
Looks like Frank doesn’t need to take a psychology course to make reasoned and experience based observations.
Rose686 12 months ago
Hmmm, Bernice is getting good at her major in pyschology
Lescoe Brandon 12 months ago
Want a scary thought? The USA produces more psychologists than engineers. So, while our highways are falling apart, climate change is raging because of our antiquated power generation system, and we face serious threats from China (Civil Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, and Electrical Engineer) the USA produces a plethora of psychologists to examine the feelings of the situation.
chris_o42 12 months ago
Wow Bernice, judgmental much? Maybe you should make a resolution to M.Y.O.B!
A.Ficionada 12 months ago
Dad just dropped the mic! : )
chaszigmund 12 months ago
Steer the comic back to Tiffeny and someting interesting….please!
Wubbie 12 months ago
Oohhh, nailed it Frank! I wonder if Bern actually realizes that she just got shnoobed masterfully?
French Persons' Celebration of Peeved Harry Dinkle Premium Member 12 months ago
Did you know that 79.3% of all statistics are wrong at least 61.2% of the time?
thelordthygod666 12 months ago
Lord save us from undergrad Psych majors.
waerdawg 12 months ago
and it’s Frank for the win!
pripley 12 months ago
I thought Bernice moving in with the Degroots was a plot device to keep having the scenes of her and Luann discussing life in Luann’s room. I guess there have been a few of those. But not enough to matter. (And were they that entertaining anyway?)
Call me Ishmael 12 months ago
Bern will resolve to eschew hypocrisy whenever she detects it. And (against all odds) to lose her virginity.
pripley 12 months ago
Bernice now seems to be an “obsolete” character and should go the way of Knute and Crystal and many others. She hasn’t been a “best friend” in forever – mostly due to Luann moving on to new friends. It happens and it’s normal.
eladee AKA Wally 12 months ago
Her goals ARE somewhat vague. She should narrow them down and make them more specific for greater success.
eladee AKA Wally 12 months ago
I enjoy having Bernice there. I don’t particularly LIKE her but she does add at an interesting dynamic to the household and since she is Luann’s oldest friend, she acts as a foil for Luann, similar to the role Brad had when he lived at home.
GojusJoe 12 months ago
Bernice, I think you’ve been insulted.
illuminare 12 months ago
Bernice needs to make a resolution to hit the road and get a life .
tremaine53 12 months ago
Bernice is wrong about that— We DON’T “always make more” resolutions.
Caldonia 12 months ago
Frank, that’s the brattiest thing you could say about your own daughter, and look who you said it to. You’re acting like one of those Mean Girls.
mfought 12 months ago
think the old guy(dad) nailed it
Shanana 12 months ago
Since when has Bernice become an annoying, arrogant snot?Oh. Since always.
Frank Farkel 12 months ago
Been a while since Bernice made out with Nil. Maybe she will wear out her welcome and move in with the Nilster.
Moonkey Premium Member 12 months ago
Benice is no more flawed than the rest of them.
percheronhitch6 12 months ago
In any walk of life it’s pretty gutsy (and not a good gutsy) to run down someone’s daughter while a guest in their house. That’s just being a decent human being.
The Quiet One 12 months ago
Another text book wanna be therapist, capable of only spewing useless facts.
Joe1962 12 months ago
Frank Great answer.
WomanWarrior 12 months ago
Is this Frank’s backhanded way of telling Bern she’s a nag?
[Unnamed Reader - 14b4ce] 12 months ago
There will be a special book telling how several types of Emergency Services helped the De Groot’s get out of the snowbound cabin
CoreyTaylor1 12 months ago
And what are your resolutions, Frank? To not spend more than a penny a day and steal the change out of every fountain in town!?
BJShipley1 12 months ago
Bernice should worry less about Luann’s resolutions and more about her own living situation. Or does she plan to take advantage of the Degroots’ kindness forever? Surely her brother has found a job by now? Or maybe she herself should try and get a job? She clearly has plenty of free time, after all.
Wishingonastar 12 months ago
I HATE Bernice. If I had a “friend” who was constantly thought they were better than me they wouldn’t be my friend much longer.
WilliamVollmer 12 months ago
Frank has uncovered Luann’s motivations for her resloutions, without Bernice’s pychological mumbo jumbp.
nightflight 12 months ago
Bernice, analyze this theory: Steffi would be more fun in the back seat of anything than you would be close dancing in a wet t-shirt contest.
STACEY MARSHALL Premium Member 12 months ago
To make fools ask questions!
Sisyphos 12 months ago
Daddy Frank has absolutely nailed it! He knows his daughter!
PaulLeckner 12 months ago
Luann’s father has known Luann since her birthdate. Luann’s father is an almost ideal father.
nightflight 12 months ago
Bernice lacks any kind of sexy and will tell you that she’s just doing her part to check the population explosion.
ScretWitch 12 months ago
I’ve known few psychology majors that were like this. No real-world experience, but will tell you “based on my experience (unsaid: with text books)…” SMH