Isn’t Rat’s resolution basically the plot of the movie I Robot? Viki (the computer that controls all the robots) realizes that the greatest threat to mankind is man, and so must destroy man to save mankind.
The only sure way to avoid people like that is cryogenic freezing. Set your sleep timer for one year, or, since it’s an election year, you may want to be out for an additional four years.
To me this seems more like something Pig would say rather than Rat, especially the last panel. Try reading it imagining Rat in the role of Goat and Pig in the role of Rat and see what you think.
BE THIS GUY 9 months ago
That harsh moment of self awareness, when you realize your worst enemy is yourself.
BasilBruce 9 months ago
Today’s background music: “Man in the Mirror” by Michael Jackson.
orinoco womble 9 months ago
We have met the enemy, and he is us! (Pogo)
Bilan 9 months ago
Don’t forget about Me and I.
B UTTONS 9 months ago
Avoid politicians.
Jeff0811 9 months ago
I hereby resolve to post only thoughtful insightful comments in this forum. Well, so much for that resolution.
blunebottle 9 months ago
Rat self awareness!
Purple People Eater 9 months ago
Isn’t Rat’s resolution basically the plot of the movie I Robot? Viki (the computer that controls all the robots) realizes that the greatest threat to mankind is man, and so must destroy man to save mankind.
hariseldon59 9 months ago
Never thought I’d see Rat admit that.
cracker65 9 months ago
It’s a start
cdward 9 months ago
Well, Happy New Year anyway.
donlackie 9 months ago
I try to get away, but everywhere I go… There I am!
iggyman 9 months ago
“To thy own self be true”!
phritzg Premium Member 9 months ago
The only sure way to avoid people like that is cryogenic freezing. Set your sleep timer for one year, or, since it’s an election year, you may want to be out for an additional four years.
Ellis97 9 months ago
Rat knows he’s a horrible rodent being and he has no intention of changing that. He must have a huge complex.
ladykat 9 months ago
Sometimes, you need to do that.
Kaputnik 9 months ago
Well, if Rat is beside himself with worry, at least that’s a start.
David_the_CAD 9 months ago
Actually Rat, you are not the only one. Fortunately, there is a support group for people like you.
oish 9 months ago
If your life isn’t working the way you want it to, notice you’re lying.
Croc Holliday 9 months ago
… If you want to be somebody else,
If you’re tired of fighting battles with yourself
If you want to be somebody else
Change your mind
- Sister Hazel (that’s a band, not a nun, for those who may not know)
mindjob 9 months ago
I avoid myself until I have to look in the mirror to shave
waes-hael 9 months ago
Sunbeam Sound Machine by Talking Distance (as heard on Letterkenny) is the perfect soundtrack to this.
Goat from PBS 9 months ago
Well, at least he’s honest.
Imhungry 9 months ago
I hope one of Stephan Pastis resolutions is to draw more Crocs. I love ’em.
SeattleHome 9 months ago
Well I definitely want a beer now.
willie_mctell 9 months ago
Insight alone does not solve the problem.
pattidolls 9 months ago
Rat has an awakening
ahem Premium Member 9 months ago
To me this seems more like something Pig would say rather than Rat, especially the last panel. Try reading it imagining Rat in the role of Goat and Pig in the role of Rat and see what you think.
Sisyphos 9 months ago
What’s this? Rat has a Self-Revelation?!
Straighten that one out and you’ll be doing well, Rat….