Comic #5757: feelings
Description
Here’s the detailed transcription of the comic:
Panel 1:
- Person 1: "Okay, I think I figured out how we can afford the kitchen repairs."
- Person 2: "I’m here to listen to you. To be your shoulder to cry on."
Panel 2:
- Person 1: "What are you doing?"
- Person 2: "I read a book about how women don’t like to solve problems. They just want to feel heard. And I hear you about your strong feelings."
Panel 3:
- Person 1: "I’m not having strong feelings. I’m fixing our budget."
- Person 2: "Nah. You’re talking about the budget to connect with me. To know there’s a sympathetic ear for your feelings about the budget."
Panel 4:
- Person 1: "You’re pissing me off, Frank."
- Person 2: "See! I told you it was all about feelings!"
Panel 5:
- Person 1: "I’m removing your $200 a month for lockpick sets and firecrackers."
- Person 2: "But I need those!" (in a shadowed silhouette)
The comic plays on the dynamics of conversation and differing priorities in relationships, with a humorous take on financial discussions.