Ah, the rituals of trying to meet the opposite sex. Stand this way, stand that way, act cool, be cool, pretend that you didn’t notice her, but make eye contact…grrr. Sometimes it seems like there should be a play book. But I guess there really is no magic formula to it. I find that you’ll have a much better time if you just focus on having fun hanging with your friends on the town. If you happen to meet somebody when you guys are out, then it’s just an added bonus.
I had a hard time coming up with how to fit the story into the standard 3 or 4 panels. It seems like I would have to draw everything really tiny to fit everybody into the strip. So, I tried using a single background split into three panels to give the illusion of motion. Three ladies enter the scene in the first panel and exit in the third panel. I don’t think it came out quite that obvious. It probably came out confusing on the first read. I guess you’re the judge of that. What do you think?
There are lots of things to consider when you go out trying to meet women. When you’re with your friends, do you make a game plan or do you just wing it? It can be good to have a game plan because you want to maximize your chances. Taking turns being wingman can be fruitful for everyone involved, for example. If you discuss your “plan of attack†then you know how best to support each other. Also, if you talk about it ahead of time, it prevents the chances of stepping on your each other’s toes. The last thing you want is for your no good buddy to swoop in and close the deal on some woman you’ve been putting the moves on all night…what a jerk!… uhmm….ahem…sorry, I had a moment there. Anyway, I think it’s best to talk it out so you know where everyone stands.
As you’ve probably noticed, I missed last week’s post. Let’s call it a scheduling calamity. Sorry about that. I know you were all dying to read a new strip! Anyways, I’m back on track now!!
Kevin
I think we all feel unappreciated at work at times. Like you’re just another cog in the wheel. Especially in the current job market, it’s definitely a hirer’s market (did I just make up that phrase?). You have to be on your toes because there a plenty of people willing to take your place. Consequently, this may give the big bosses less incentive to be attentive to your needs. I guess it’s the nature of business. Just don’t get sick!