Tricky Woo is a nod to the author, James Herriot! One of his characters was an eccentric older woman who doted on her Pekingese and called him Tricky Woo – descended from a long line of Chinese emperors!
I’ve read these strips so many times – in the comics pages, from the books, then online. I never really get tired of the storyline – maybe because I’m close to Elizabeth and Michael in age and their lives seemed to mirror some of mine.
What I’ve been sad about (other than the end of my favorite comic) is that I couldn’t quit reading the train wreck that was the comments section on this site. While so many of you also love the artwork and ideas of Lynn Johnston, the ignorance and ugliness was astounding. It was a sad reality check that not everyone can exhibit kindness.
Lynn, I have loved your work for decades. Thank you for a wonderful run.
HA HA HA “I’ts oregano, Mrs. Webster!”