As to past comments about whether or not Karen is involved, here is a link to an early interview about 9 years ago. There were also later interviews that discussed it further. See: https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/entertainment/visual-arts/sdut-luann-comic-strip-all-in-family-2013sep22-story.html .
I remember getting my tape recorder one christmas – can’t remember how old I was but would have been elevenish I think. I never recorded a diary on it though.
Luann, why do you audiotape what the world already knows??
Seriously, Luann did have a big self-esteem problem when she reached puberty—just like so many young people today. Could be why they’re glued to their d@mned phones!!
That was the perfect way to sum up how you feel at 13. Horribly, exactly as I remember it. But Luann seems quite shocked that she was being so direct. When she told Fay about what she was like at 13, she seemed to remember all the awkwardness very well. I wonder what else is recorded in that MC and if Luann will get depressed or smile hearing it.
A blob….. and then that meteor hit…. Which transformed the planet… Overnight, everyone went from small, rough, blobby lumps to tall, good-looking, refined people..
About a year ago, I found an unlabeled cassette tape and popped it in. It turned out to be a recording of myself and three friends just sitting around chatting. I guess I must have been about 17. (I’m 57 now) It was the most surreal experience. It was like standing outside a window and eavesdropping on people I didn’t know. I didn’t get the inside jokes we shared. I cried because I was so happy that I caught this one casual moment in time. I heard my Mother. The barking of a dog I miss. My best friend then is still my best friend now, but we don’t live close anymore. The next time I go home I’ll listen to it again with her. It was amazing!
Bernice, nice not to comment. But you did know Luann back then, didn’t you? You could say something to change Luann’s perception of herself from back then. You’re the one studying to be a conselor.
Actually, Bernice’s “No comment” remark is sarcastic, since Luann had just said “Everything used to be so awkward and clunky!” Bernice is implying that Luann’s tape reveals that she was in fact one of those awkward and clunky things.
lvlax about 2 years ago
Yes, go on Luann.. you’re a Blob and Bernice is an Annoying B….! LOL
So if Luann had a Cassette Recorder when she was 13, and now she’s 19… they’re saying we all used cassette recorders in 2016?!?
Templo S.U.D. about 2 years ago
good times, eh?
Namrepus about 2 years ago
Ah, the teenage years, when every girl hates her body and boys can’t get enough of them.
Tyge about 2 years ago
So far – so good! We now know it is her and Bernice hasn’t changed. 8^ )
alasko about 2 years ago
Tape don’t lie.
AnyFace about 2 years ago
“Self-Fulfilling Prophecy.” ✨
Mordock999 Premium Member about 2 years ago
“I meant, my brother, is a Blob! PS: ILoveAaronHill!” – From the “missing” Luann tapes.
By the way/ Check out the first Strip dated March 17, 1985, to find out what Lu actually recorded. ;-)
beb01 about 2 years ago
sigh even the tape recorder hates Luann!
RabbitHole about 2 years ago
As to past comments about whether or not Karen is involved, here is a link to an early interview about 9 years ago. There were also later interviews that discussed it further. See: https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/entertainment/visual-arts/sdut-luann-comic-strip-all-in-family-2013sep22-story.html .
sallymargret about 2 years ago
There are so many encouraging things Luann’s “best friend” could have said. “No comment” is not one of them.
ronaldspence about 2 years ago
i wanna hear what Bernice said at that age…
capricorn9th about 2 years ago
OMG, Bernice. A first! No snark!
Joe1962 about 2 years ago
Cassette recorder Good times Lu.
kenhense about 2 years ago
I guess plots are in short supply.
Brdshtt Premium Member about 2 years ago
Awkward and clunky, eh? We talking about the cassette recorder here?
catchup about 2 years ago
I remember getting my tape recorder one christmas – can’t remember how old I was but would have been elevenish I think. I never recorded a diary on it though.
Susan00100 about 2 years ago
Luann, why do you audiotape what the world already knows??
Seriously, Luann did have a big self-esteem problem when she reached puberty—just like so many young people today. Could be why they’re glued to their d@mned phones!!
Aibohphobia about 2 years ago
Ha ha ha ha! Was not expecting that!
Aladar30 Premium Member about 2 years ago
That was the perfect way to sum up how you feel at 13. Horribly, exactly as I remember it. But Luann seems quite shocked that she was being so direct. When she told Fay about what she was like at 13, she seemed to remember all the awkwardness very well. I wonder what else is recorded in that MC and if Luann will get depressed or smile hearing it.
cubswin2016 about 2 years ago
I know nothing… nothing.
Caldonia about 2 years ago
Poor Bernice. I’m sure she’s disappointed that she can’t think of a way to be a b right now. Maybe next time.
Johnnyrico about 2 years ago
A blob….. and then that meteor hit…. Which transformed the planet… Overnight, everyone went from small, rough, blobby lumps to tall, good-looking, refined people..
Stephanie Have one about 2 years ago
About a year ago, I found an unlabeled cassette tape and popped it in. It turned out to be a recording of myself and three friends just sitting around chatting. I guess I must have been about 17. (I’m 57 now) It was the most surreal experience. It was like standing outside a window and eavesdropping on people I didn’t know. I didn’t get the inside jokes we shared. I cried because I was so happy that I caught this one casual moment in time. I heard my Mother. The barking of a dog I miss. My best friend then is still my best friend now, but we don’t live close anymore. The next time I go home I’ll listen to it again with her. It was amazing!
Rhetorical_Question about 2 years ago
Nothing has really changed for the last 6 years?
[Traveler] Premium Member about 2 years ago
It leaps, it creeps, it slides across the floor, across the wall…… theme song from the movie The Blob
Ellis97 about 2 years ago
Luann must have had some pretty low self esteem issues when she had this recorder.
WilliamVollmer about 2 years ago
Bernice, nice not to comment. But you did know Luann back then, didn’t you? You could say something to change Luann’s perception of herself from back then. You’re the one studying to be a conselor.
seismic-2 Premium Member about 2 years ago
Luann, you are not a blob. Remember your attempt at a musical career? You’re a SNOT.
preacherman Premium Member about 2 years ago
I remember Luann when she was 13 and she was not a blob. In a leotard, she did her impersonation of a fashion model. No. Definitely not a blob.
Rhetorical_Question about 2 years ago
https://www.gocomics.com/luann/2004/06/26
mindjob about 2 years ago
The Blob I saw devoured half the town before he was frozen with fire extinguishers!
BJShipley1 about 2 years ago
Well at least Luann has improved as a person since age 13, which is a lot more than can be said about Bernice.
MuddyUSA Premium Member about 2 years ago
Luann the blob?
David Huie Green LoveJoyAndPeace about 2 years ago
“…I hope to someday see myself as the beauty others claim to see.”
The Quiet One about 2 years ago
Feeling a little down that day were you Luann?
elpasowalt about 2 years ago
That’s funny. Even Luann forgot what she said, lol.
katzpawz1a about 2 years ago
Time, in the Luannaverse, works far differently than it does in Reality Land.
Joe1962 about 2 years ago
Next week arc we have Luann finding a 8-Track player.
198.23.5.11 about 2 years ago
When the strip started Luann DID look like a blob.But nobody noticed because her brother was three times the blob she was.
YorkGirl Premium Member about 2 years ago
Wise of Bernice not to comment! This week reminds me of Abbott and Costello routine….slooowly I turned……
cabalonrye about 2 years ago
And that’s why Bernice warned her that it would be difficult.
JPuzzleWhiz about 2 years ago
And later, Luann admitted to being this! I was amazed that I could actually find it here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLb310xIqXA
BlitzMcD about 2 years ago
Beware of The Blob! It sneaks and creeps.
JPuzzleWhiz about 2 years ago
“CLIK Bait”
“Yessiree Blob!”
“Let Me Introduce Myself…”
HodgeElmwood about 2 years ago
Oh, Bernice doesn’t have a sarcastic comment? That’s new!
seismic-2 Premium Member about 2 years ago
Actually, Bernice’s “No comment” remark is sarcastic, since Luann had just said “Everything used to be so awkward and clunky!” Bernice is implying that Luann’s tape reveals that she was in fact one of those awkward and clunky things.
Realimaginary1 Premium Member about 2 years ago
Luann: That cassette tape should have been intentionally left blank!
edeloriea14 about 2 years ago
Luann recorded her thoughts with a tape recorder starting in 1985. (The year the comic strip came out.)
Sisyphos about 2 years ago
Nothing improves the mind more than listening to a 13-year-old’s tape-recorded diary monologues….
DaBump Premium Member about 2 years ago
Ah, yes, the blob stage. So difficult. Even worse when you get stuck there.