The following comic was inspired by an overheard (i.e. 100% true) conversation during a recent Labor Day weekend trip. I intended to post this a few weeks ago; however, an emergency regarding my dog’s health took priority. More on that after the comic.
Preachers, realtors, used car salespeople, and all politicians have built empires from the hopes and dreams of others. Of course, the growth of the empires of the preacher and the politician relies more heavily on the skillful use of demagoguery and dishonesty. That’s why it’s always important to be wary of anyone who is selling a dream.
At least with cartoonists, we only sell laughs — at dirt cheap prices, which is ironic since we have to go to great lengths to search for our inspirations.
Much like a miner panning for gold, cartoonists and writers, as well, are constantly panning for comedy gold. But instead of backwoods streams, we tend to sift through the crowds at restaurants, bars, and county fairs, where finding valuable nuggets of humor only requires a keen eye and good sense of hearing.
Cartoonists and writers especially appreciate hypocrisy, the motherload of satirical humor. And where’s the best place to find these treasure troves of comedy? Within the magical thinking and immoral charlatanism of religion and politics, of course.
An update regarding my dog, Zeke
Some of you might have learned that my little dog, Zeke, a Chihuahua/Parson Jack Russel mix, had his health take a turn for the worse.
I wanted to let everyone know that thanks to a combination of drugs, nuturing TLC, and the dog’s own sheer force of will, Zeke has managed to trot past the graveyard and has regained about 70%-80% of his health.
Although he still has a condition (the big C) which will shorten his life, at least Zeke can still momentarily enjoy his battles with the backyard squirrels. Those little bastards have taken note of his condition and are mocking his slightly wobbly, somewhat emaciated fearsomeness.
On top of that, Zeke’s also had another medical emergency this past week which ended in a most ridiculous and hilarious fashion. That story and what we’ve been dealing with is getting documented in a comic that I’m currently working on, so stay tuned.
Stay fearsome and wary of magical thinking,
Ed
Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the condos....
Seen "Battle After Battle"?