I hope she knows enough to have the strip point Piro toward a counseling service that could help connect him services that could help. Having him try to take care of all those kids while trying to stay in school isn’t a good situation for anyone. And it’s making him feel like a failure as well as feeling ashamed of his situation. Glad for the revelation; it makes him more sympathetic than just a moody poser.
Really, the only way B could help Piro is if she knew some folks who could help him with the kids. It’s unlikely that any of the books she’s read would give her ideas of how to help with this very real world problem, and if she tries to get him to contact the state’s child welfare department, the kids would be split up among foster homes (sometimes the foster homes are good, sometimes not, but splitting them up is never good)…
B has never had to deal with this kind of thing — where would she get an idea of how to fix it?
“You want to fix it? Great! That’s really awesome of you, Bernice! …….. Here’s the address. I know you can cook… They will all be expecting dinner soon. But I don’t think there’s any food in the house, so you’ll have to go shopping first. Since you’ll be spending most of your time over at the house now, you might want to pack a bag. And thanks, I really appreciate it!”
Came we please move? What’s Tiffany been up to? Is Shannon in school yet? How is that going? I’ll even take Bets staring at her phone wishing she could post something on it. What is Bets went to a cosplay con by herself and is inundated by people asking where’s she been?
I’d just like to point out the fact that one of these kids has his s*** together (in his brain, I mean), and it turns out the be the kid who has his life a complete mess… Which makes sense, actually, but still!
Awww, sweet, funny, and, if you are a viewer who has been focusing on hate of Bern’s personality, or Piro’s weirdness you completely miss the point of this and more’s the pity. She wants to help, overanxious or not, he wants her too help, and he has revealed more about himself to her than anyone else. And in case the strip(his)torians forget her own family situation kind of mirrors his, what with her distant brother, his kids at her parental home, and the mother in Phillipines with the maternal father and grandfather. She’s an aunt who can’t deal with being one now evidently. Anyone realize that? Not to mention whatever the real reason why she has to stay away from home, clearly cheaper than her scrambling to find a place to live while in school, finally living with her best, near life-long friend’s family. This is funny, and is meant to be, but it has a serious and beautiful story behind it. story behind it. See it.
Bernice should understand that she’s just a student and NOT somebody who could actually do anything about Piro’s situation, except make it worse. The college should have resources for this.
Psychology 101 – It’s okay to not be okay. The therapist can’t fix a person. They can only suggest paths to explore for choices to make. Only the individual can fix themselves.
Child please… Pedro Pulls the Pity Card from up his sleeve trolling for a charity boink and Burnoose is the weak link. There’s not a thing wrong with Pedro’s mother. As a matter of fact, she’s going all Ann❤️Eiffel on some rich Shoog Daddy Dupe in Dubai… and you know what they say about Dupes in Dubai, boy howdy. Pedro is a swine. Tomorrow’s comic will feature Hawt Sexy❤️Luann waking up in the middle of the night (in her black Ann❤️Eiffel approved baby doll nightgown) complaining about Puddles banging around in the next room only to find Puddles beside her bed…. yep, Burnoose rocks Pedro the Swine’s world and he certainly ain’t worthy. WWA❤️ED? Throw the swine under a speeding camel. No Wonder WE ALL ❤️ Ann Eiffel! Dilly! Dilly! That’s it for today, Count and Ann❤️Eiffel ❤️ers…. TTFN… Count… OUT
Bernice. You are in training to become a counselor. That training, so far as it has gone to date, is leading to try and fix Piro’s situation. But unless you’re going to volunteer, and, help “manage” Piro’s siblings (did Bernice help with her brothers and sisters, does she help with Shannon?) do you have an actual clue as to what to do to help?
The problem is, it’s never about who she ‘wants’ to help. It’s all about Bernice. I doubt if she heard one word Piro said. SHe’s the type of person who never listens, she’s just waiting for a break so she can something. Here’s a college student who thinks she has all the answers, because she’s a ‘psych major’ She reminds people of that ad naseum.
lol! Bernice is making a valiant effort to not butt in during Piro’s reveal. He knows her well and that she wants to “fix his problem”. I like it. Nice one today!
So on Monday, will this exchange continue or will someone come home and interrupt? Hmmmm
Piro knows the importance of mental health and has people to help him. But he doesn’t like his friends trying to fix him, which is why he walked away from Tara and Luann. With Bernice, Piro didn’t find the listener he hoped for. But he has finally told his worries to someone with whom he feels he has a connection, or with whom he wants to create a closer connection. Now, let’s see if Bernice will actually be able to help him or she’ll do something that will make Piro angry.
Bern is going to have a hard time finding a stable relationship in life unless she makes some major changes. That kind of behaviour would drive away any but the most dysfunctional, co-dependent partners.
Shrinks are people too. It’s hard to apply what one learns in their personal stories. They might know how to help repair patients or clients, but doing it to themselves is hard.
I’m female and I do NOT want to listen to anyone complain about their problems endlessly. If you have a problem, you try to fix it. If I tell someone a problem, of course I want a solution. I guess some people enjoy talking about their problems, but I do not hang around those types.
Great art today. The expression on Bernice’s face in panel 2 is one I don’t remember seeing before. Angst!! Panel 3 shows Piro understands HER. And he doesn’t shut down or walk away. Hhmmmm…
A truly nice ending; if Bern was going to try to restrain herself for anyone it would be Piro, someone she has feeling for and he asked her to do that and she realizes just how hard it is and maybe a little self awareness has crept in. But she has given him space before and for that he felt a bond and has placed trust in her, in spite of her current obsession with textbook psychology (which he recognizes). And she makes it, this time limping past the finish line; maybe the bond between them will strengthen and continue. Bravo to G&K for a deep and meaningful arc.
I went through a phase, after my divorce, where I dated a number of women in their 20s. I discovered that there are a lot of people out there who just like the sound of good advice. It flows smoothly over the ears and soothes their minds before they go out to date yet another serial abuser.
First time commenter here. Been following Luann for many years. I’m guessing that this arc will take a little different direction than what many are expecting. I think Bern has touched Piro — he gets her. He knows he can trust her, and he’s going to give her a chance to help. And, one way or another, she will, even if the help is not “psychological” in nature. Piro will be the one to help her grow.
I see that there’s no way to edit our comments. So I’ll just add — there’s just the tiniest hint of a smile on Piro’s face in the last box. He’s not offended that she wants to help. He may even be a little touched by her reaction.
Bernice body language: Panel # 1, what is she guarding? Panel # 2, her 6 year old “have you got candy for me?” Panel # 3, “I can’t resist it anymore, I’m going to fix you right here on the couch.”
There’s nothing wrong with wanting to fix your friend’s problems. The difficulty is in understanding when you actually don’t have the power to do that. Bernice can take all the psych courses in the world, and it still won’t change Piro’s family or make it easier for him to live with it.
Piro is very astute. He reads Bernice well and is clever enough to call her out on it but at the same time doesn’t seem unduly upset about her desire to fix him. Perhaps he understands her better than she does herself.
kangtourcat Premium Member 7 months ago
She can’t help it.
Salinasong 7 months ago
I give her credit for getting all the way through it without saying everything she wanted to say.
ronaldspence 7 months ago
it’s ok to want to Bern, in this case silence is more important
Joe1962 Premium Member 7 months ago
You got to give Bernice credit, she realized.. She went to far to ask a question.
alasko 7 months ago
Meddler.
BabyBlue 7 months ago
These two seem to be actually getting somewhere. He’s opening up – and she’s had a teeny tiny little glimmer of self-awareness. Progress!
howtheduck 7 months ago
I seem to recollect the usual problem is that men can’t listen without wanting to fix things, not women. Am I getting my stereotypes wrong?
Tyge 7 months ago
A breakthrough in communication. How will they handle it?
9thCapricorn 7 months ago
Well. He knows who she is. A fixer. Still, he came anyway. Rather than. Luann and Tara. Curious….
TomJones2 7 months ago
Bernice makes Mary Worth look like a newb meddler.
Azul0858 7 months ago
I hope she knows enough to have the strip point Piro toward a counseling service that could help connect him services that could help. Having him try to take care of all those kids while trying to stay in school isn’t a good situation for anyone. And it’s making him feel like a failure as well as feeling ashamed of his situation. Glad for the revelation; it makes him more sympathetic than just a moody poser.
paulscon 7 months ago
Bernice has to be Bernice. I’m impressed she held back as long as she did.
Need coffee 7 months ago
Run, Piro
snsurone76 7 months ago
Very perceptive, Piro. Now, just make like a tree and LEAVE!!
snsurone76 7 months ago
And after Bernice succeeds in ruining Piro’s life with her “help”, will she be arrested for practicing medicine without a license? I hope so!!
Sanspareil 7 months ago
It is possible she could help!Does Piro have an alternate help source?
lvlax 7 months ago
Can we just compromise and get Bernice fixed?
I’m most surprised that Piro even has time to take any college courses, considering he’s looking after 6 small children.
Bernice has to learn self control.. and needs to change herself before she thinks about changing others.
Argythree 7 months ago
Really, the only way B could help Piro is if she knew some folks who could help him with the kids. It’s unlikely that any of the books she’s read would give her ideas of how to help with this very real world problem, and if she tries to get him to contact the state’s child welfare department, the kids would be split up among foster homes (sometimes the foster homes are good, sometimes not, but splitting them up is never good)…
B has never had to deal with this kind of thing — where would she get an idea of how to fix it?
French Persons Premium Member 7 months ago
“You want to fix it? Great! That’s really awesome of you, Bernice! …….. Here’s the address. I know you can cook… They will all be expecting dinner soon. But I don’t think there’s any food in the house, so you’ll have to go shopping first. Since you’ll be spending most of your time over at the house now, you might want to pack a bag. And thanks, I really appreciate it!”
Robin Harwood 7 months ago
You might not be able to fix it, Bernice, but there’s something you can do that will make him feel better. It might make you feel better, too.
mnexplorer+ 7 months ago
That she does.
beb01 7 months ago
Came we please move? What’s Tiffany been up to? Is Shannon in school yet? How is that going? I’ll even take Bets staring at her phone wishing she could post something on it. What is Bets went to a cosplay con by herself and is inundated by people asking where’s she been?
drewpamon 7 months ago
Isn’t that usually supposed to be a male thing? Insisting on fixing their problems rather than just listening?
pekelopan Premium Member 7 months ago
I find Piro an endearing character in the strip. He does need someone he can lean on who is dependable and will always be there for him.
sfknight 7 months ago
She’s going to be a terrible therapist
Wilkins068 7 months ago
Bernice, you’re to obvious.
eced52 7 months ago
How could you tell? Could it be the flushed red face, or the the grinding of the teeth?
comic reader 22 7 months ago
Piro gets to analyze Bernice?
(Meh) 7 months ago
I’d just like to point out the fact that one of these kids has his s*** together (in his brain, I mean), and it turns out the be the kid who has his life a complete mess… Which makes sense, actually, but still!
wolfiiig 7 months ago
Professional or personal? She’s only human too.
wolfiiig 7 months ago
Psych major, not mechanical engineering or Anglo-Saxon Literature. She’s doing her best, be nice.
luann1212 7 months ago
Awww, sweet, funny, and, if you are a viewer who has been focusing on hate of Bern’s personality, or Piro’s weirdness you completely miss the point of this and more’s the pity. She wants to help, overanxious or not, he wants her too help, and he has revealed more about himself to her than anyone else. And in case the strip(his)torians forget her own family situation kind of mirrors his, what with her distant brother, his kids at her parental home, and the mother in Phillipines with the maternal father and grandfather. She’s an aunt who can’t deal with being one now evidently. Anyone realize that? Not to mention whatever the real reason why she has to stay away from home, clearly cheaper than her scrambling to find a place to live while in school, finally living with her best, near life-long friend’s family. This is funny, and is meant to be, but it has a serious and beautiful story behind it. story behind it. See it.
Hamady Sack Premium Member 7 months ago
Fix this.
The Orange Mailman 7 months ago
Time for Piro to listen about what a mess she is; if she will actually open up about herself.
leighabc123 7 months ago
Next week Bernice will try to fix it!
Black76Manta 7 months ago
Because she is nosy and thinks she knows everything, that’s why she wants to fix it!
sueb1863 7 months ago
Bernice should understand that she’s just a student and NOT somebody who could actually do anything about Piro’s situation, except make it worse. The college should have resources for this.
ccfharvard4 7 months ago
A little knowledge can be dangerous.
Mordock999 Premium Member 7 months ago
Honestly, Piro?
You just “confided” to the WRONG person. ;-)
Carl Premium Member 7 months ago
The “meddle” is strong in this one.
Bernedoodle 7 months ago
Will Bernice finally realize that she is in the wrong major? What major should she pursue!
Prescott_Philosopher 7 months ago
As written, Bernice seems to be suffering from obsessive compulsive disorder.
Ellis97 7 months ago
Bernice wants to fix and change everyone. In her eyes, she’s the most superior being in the whole world and everyone is completely flawed.
preacherman Premium Member 7 months ago
Oh, yeah, fixing is her thing. Even when she doesn’t know what she’s doing.
ctolson 7 months ago
Psychology 101 – It’s okay to not be okay. The therapist can’t fix a person. They can only suggest paths to explore for choices to make. Only the individual can fix themselves.
Lord Hearteater 7 months ago
The old “tame the wild stallion” trope, here. Face the facts, Bernice: This is as far as Piro is ever gonna let you in. You will get no closer.
Count Olaf Premium Member 7 months ago
Child please… Pedro Pulls the Pity Card from up his sleeve trolling for a charity boink and Burnoose is the weak link. There’s not a thing wrong with Pedro’s mother. As a matter of fact, she’s going all Ann❤️Eiffel on some rich Shoog Daddy Dupe in Dubai… and you know what they say about Dupes in Dubai, boy howdy. Pedro is a swine. Tomorrow’s comic will feature Hawt Sexy❤️Luann waking up in the middle of the night (in her black Ann❤️Eiffel approved baby doll nightgown) complaining about Puddles banging around in the next room only to find Puddles beside her bed…. yep, Burnoose rocks Pedro the Swine’s world and he certainly ain’t worthy. WWA❤️ED? Throw the swine under a speeding camel. No Wonder WE ALL ❤️ Ann Eiffel! Dilly! Dilly! That’s it for today, Count and Ann❤️Eiffel ❤️ers…. TTFN… Count… OUT
WilliamVollmer 7 months ago
Bernice. You are in training to become a counselor. That training, so far as it has gone to date, is leading to try and fix Piro’s situation. But unless you’re going to volunteer, and, help “manage” Piro’s siblings (did Bernice help with her brothers and sisters, does she help with Shannon?) do you have an actual clue as to what to do to help?
bittenbyknittin 7 months ago
That’s why I studied psychology in college. Then I learned you had to get a masters to do anything in that field.
Just-me 7 months ago
RUN Piro RUN! Before it’s too late, if it isn’t already.
wtepps 7 months ago
The problem is, it’s never about who she ‘wants’ to help. It’s all about Bernice. I doubt if she heard one word Piro said. SHe’s the type of person who never listens, she’s just waiting for a break so she can something. Here’s a college student who thinks she has all the answers, because she’s a ‘psych major’ She reminds people of that ad naseum.
YorkGirl Premium Member 7 months ago
lol! Bernice is making a valiant effort to not butt in during Piro’s reveal. He knows her well and that she wants to “fix his problem”. I like it. Nice one today!
So on Monday, will this exchange continue or will someone come home and interrupt? Hmmmm
smokysilver.so Premium Member 7 months ago
Eyebrows say everything!
tcayer 7 months ago
HOW can she fix it? There’s nothing she can do.
Aladar30 Premium Member 7 months ago
Piro knows the importance of mental health and has people to help him. But he doesn’t like his friends trying to fix him, which is why he walked away from Tara and Luann. With Bernice, Piro didn’t find the listener he hoped for. But he has finally told his worries to someone with whom he feels he has a connection, or with whom he wants to create a closer connection. Now, let’s see if Bernice will actually be able to help him or she’ll do something that will make Piro angry.
The Old Wolf 7 months ago
Bern is going to have a hard time finding a stable relationship in life unless she makes some major changes. That kind of behaviour would drive away any but the most dysfunctional, co-dependent partners.
USlackr Premium Member 7 months ago
Try this Bernice, “how can I help?”
Kr-perry Premium Member 7 months ago
Pretty much what we’ve been seeing in sitcoms for the last several decades,
hoffquotes2 7 months ago
She needs a different goal in life. She would be terrible in the Psych field
jrankin1959 7 months ago
She’s a psych major, Piro; she can’t help herself…
tremaine53 7 months ago
Bernice is not counselor material. Everybody seems to know this, except her…
Cincoflex 7 months ago
I love that he knows her so well, heh. And yeah, she did listen, at least.
The Katzenjammer Kid 7 months ago
I hope Bernice has a Plan B for her career. At this rate she will flop as a counselor.
luann1212 7 months ago
Shrinks are people too. It’s hard to apply what one learns in their personal stories. They might know how to help repair patients or clients, but doing it to themselves is hard.
ACTIVIST1234 7 months ago
Hopefully, this excruciating experience will convince Bern she should be an accountant.
locake 7 months ago
I’m female and I do NOT want to listen to anyone complain about their problems endlessly. If you have a problem, you try to fix it. If I tell someone a problem, of course I want a solution. I guess some people enjoy talking about their problems, but I do not hang around those types.
gpantzer 7 months ago
I would reply “Yes, and if you ever do want my help, just ask me.”.
raybarb44 7 months ago
And you are telling her your concerns to not elicit any response. Oh come now…….
kappy.mrnustik Premium Member 7 months ago
Great art today. The expression on Bernice’s face in panel 2 is one I don’t remember seeing before. Angst!! Panel 3 shows Piro understands HER. And he doesn’t shut down or walk away. Hhmmmm…
RSH 7 months ago
A truly nice ending; if Bern was going to try to restrain herself for anyone it would be Piro, someone she has feeling for and he asked her to do that and she realizes just how hard it is and maybe a little self awareness has crept in. But she has given him space before and for that he felt a bond and has placed trust in her, in spite of her current obsession with textbook psychology (which he recognizes). And she makes it, this time limping past the finish line; maybe the bond between them will strengthen and continue. Bravo to G&K for a deep and meaningful arc.
wolfiiig 7 months ago
white girls open legs. OK
wolfiiig 7 months ago
Interracial is cool these days
larryzolcienski 7 months ago
Said no health care worker ever!
Paul D Premium Member 7 months ago
Physician, heal thyself.
moondog42 Premium Member 7 months ago
I’m reminded of a former co-worker who got a PhD in psychology who told me: “I don’t fix people, I just give them the tools to fix themselves”
shorzy 7 months ago
Most of us want to help hurting people…at least I like to think that…
FireAnt_Hater 7 months ago
Bernice knows her reaction is not the right one, so perhaps there’s hope…
mistercatworks 7 months ago
I went through a phase, after my divorce, where I dated a number of women in their 20s. I discovered that there are a lot of people out there who just like the sound of good advice. It flows smoothly over the ears and soothes their minds before they go out to date yet another serial abuser.
The Quiet One 7 months ago
I have to go with @Ivlax today. Bernice is the one that needs fixing.
overtherainbow 7 months ago
There’s nothing wrong with wanting to fix it.
StoicLion1973 7 months ago
Bernice wants to fix Piro’s life…and dance on the couch with him.
wolfiiig 7 months ago
Bernice really does need that graduate student. I get ignored about, it but it would work.
danoonan 7 months ago
First time commenter here. Been following Luann for many years. I’m guessing that this arc will take a little different direction than what many are expecting. I think Bern has touched Piro — he gets her. He knows he can trust her, and he’s going to give her a chance to help. And, one way or another, she will, even if the help is not “psychological” in nature. Piro will be the one to help her grow.
danoonan 7 months ago
I see that there’s no way to edit our comments. So I’ll just add — there’s just the tiniest hint of a smile on Piro’s face in the last box. He’s not offended that she wants to help. He may even be a little touched by her reaction.
wolfiiig 7 months ago
She needs a new guy. A grad student type. PLEASE. Tired of the limited selectioln.
nightflight 7 months ago
Bernice body language: Panel # 1, what is she guarding? Panel # 2, her 6 year old “have you got candy for me?” Panel # 3, “I can’t resist it anymore, I’m going to fix you right here on the couch.”
David Huie Green AmericaIsGreatItHasUs 7 months ago
“I appreciate your restraint.”
DawnQuinn1 7 months ago
Bern needs to fix her own life before she ruins someone else’s.
HodgeElmwood 7 months ago
There’s nothing wrong with wanting to fix your friend’s problems. The difficulty is in understanding when you actually don’t have the power to do that. Bernice can take all the psych courses in the world, and it still won’t change Piro’s family or make it easier for him to live with it.
eladee AKA Wally 7 months ago
Piro is very astute. He reads Bernice well and is clever enough to call her out on it but at the same time doesn’t seem unduly upset about her desire to fix him. Perhaps he understands her better than she does herself.
MuddyUSA Premium Member 7 months ago
Indeed she wants a shot at it…….
walspj1 7 months ago
Of course she does. All narcissists do….
Joe1962 Premium Member 7 months ago
Piro, Must have got a student loan or a grant to help pay for College, He also must be working a part time job to help him pay for education.
calliarcale 6 months ago
Yes, but at least she’s trying not to. ;-)
[Unnamed Reader - 14b4ce] 6 months ago
And she’s realizing that the situation is pretty much unfixable,at least by her.Oh,Panel 2 expression—-adore it!!
washatkc Premium Member 6 months ago
Doc heal thyself!!! My god she must be male. What does he need fixed? He just needs to vent.