The “some people want to watch the world burn” cliche is disturbingly common. It’s probably a good idea to avoid the fire cliches at all times.
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In my first draft, I had the idea of Laurel gradually getting plastered as the night went on. I then realized that that wouldn’t work since she’s technically working. Even if “the job” is self imposed consisting of keeping an[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Stay Strong
For people who have read this strip for any amount of time, it’s clear that Olive’s brave face only lasts for as long as she’s with Fran. Put her next to an authority figure and she folds fast. So, no.[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Once again, Brian’s taking a metaphor uncomfortably far. At least, considering boats are involved, he hasn’t mentioned anybody drowning.
Brian has sent help on so many” business trips” that you can’t blame Dielle for worrying. It’s never completely clear just how religious Brian is. If there is one prophet he would swear by, it’s Adam Smith. It is best[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Brian and Rowan have returned from a meeting. Rowan seems to have kept him under control long enough for everything to be a success. Contrary to popular belief, Brian does not regularly scare off his clients. Most of them understand[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
The Bigger Picture
With Brian’s economic theories coming together, he’s starting to find ways to put the “bigger picture” to the test. Rowan wishes he wouldn’t.
Let’s Get This Party Starting
After all this time, the party celebrating Lysistrata’s reopening has begun. While I’m on Hilda’s side that Kate is worrying too much, you can’t blame her for worrying a little bit. To Kate’s credit, what she should be worrying about[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Getting an Early Start
Brian heads out to the reopening party early before things get crowded, forcing Laurel and Rowan to tag along to make sure he doesn’t cause a scene. It’s been a while since Brian’s obsession has come up. This is mainly[…]↓ Read the rest of this entry…