I have to keep reminding my husband (now 82) how much work a garage sale is. We had a few in our 40’s, and even then they were a lot of work. I say—-donate it all.
Yeah, I like to go to yard sales, I like the idea of having one, I should probably have one, but it’s a LOT of work and bother and not much comes of it. Some people seem to make a side business of it, though.
One town I lived in have annual yard sales and all of the people into yard sales would be standing around at home with their stuff out in their yard. They switched to setting up in the strip mall’s parking lot and people would leave with more than they brought in.
Why have you changed the comics? I can only read about 80 percent of each strip because once it downloads, it mysteriously clicks to a version that is much larger that cuts off the end. I’ve been reading comics here for years, and have always felt it was one of the best-run sites around. Now I’m very disappointed.-Bill Dawson wtdawson@
I have a new lady friend. widow. 60, hung up on boyfriend who dumped her last spring, she remembers the exact date, probably bipolar, what we used to call a slumlord (16 units)
I cannot think of a single “fun” think about a yard sale. It is a huge amount of work, you have to be outside early in the morning and until at least noon, and I hate talking to the strangers who stop by and judge my sale items. Much easier to donate.
Janis is worth it. But how is her wanting to have a yard sale as a step toward clearing out unwanted things high maintenance? She’s the salesperson. She will stand out there. Easy enough to also schedule for the donation pick up truck to arrive at the end of the sale.
And how is Arlo’s starting the conversation of moving, then waffling about it, needing her to not talk about it, worrying that changing a light or faucet might be too difficult for him, and now him seeming on board at least with downsizing, but wanting to throw usable things away not the definition of being difficult and high maintenance?
C 9 months ago
High maintenance is a kind way of putting it, the only thing more fun than a yard sale is watching paint dry
mnexplorer+ 9 months ago
Yes, she is.
Ruth Brown 9 months ago
We are all high maintenance, Arlo. Usually we just ignore the check engine light.
Da'Dad 9 months ago
Almost 50 years in the same home raising a very large family means you do accumulate a fair amount of everything.
jasonsnakelover 9 months ago
But do you know? One time I had $41.
Rhetorical_Question 9 months ago
Nice massage?
Lady loves a joke 9 months ago
Be wise, and mind what you say, Arlo!
mommavamp 9 months ago
I have to keep reminding my husband (now 82) how much work a garage sale is. We had a few in our 40’s, and even then they were a lot of work. I say—-donate it all.
boydjb47 9 months ago
With what Janis appears to be thinking I would have a garage sale weekly.
Just-me 9 months ago
Arlo, the answer to her question of being worth it better be a resounding “Yes!”
DaBump Premium Member 9 months ago
Yeah, I like to go to yard sales, I like the idea of having one, I should probably have one, but it’s a LOT of work and bother and not much comes of it. Some people seem to make a side business of it, though.
Jeffin Premium Member 9 months ago
Lets not make it a grudge sale.
david_42 9 months ago
One town I lived in have annual yard sales and all of the people into yard sales would be standing around at home with their stuff out in their yard. They switched to setting up in the strip mall’s parking lot and people would leave with more than they brought in.
Meg: All Seriousness Aside 9 months ago
The best of us are.
wtdawson 9 months ago
Why have you changed the comics? I can only read about 80 percent of each strip because once it downloads, it mysteriously clicks to a version that is much larger that cuts off the end. I’ve been reading comics here for years, and have always felt it was one of the best-run sites around. Now I’m very disappointed.-Bill Dawson wtdawson@
DawnQuinn1 9 months ago
Yeah…she IS worth it.
formathe 9 months ago
This is me now. Yard sale is next weekend or the one after if rained out.
soapy1976 9 months ago
Arlo you do recall how well she does the hoochie-coochie for you, right? Don’t blow this obvious opportunity.
dtdbiz 9 months ago
Was “the last time” an illustrated arc? I’m guessing no because if it was, one of our regular posters would have provided the link(s) already…
raybarb44 9 months ago
Yes you are. I’d take over the payments any day…..
Flatlander, purveyor of fine covfefe 9 months ago
I have a new lady friend. widow. 60, hung up on boyfriend who dumped her last spring, she remembers the exact date, probably bipolar, what we used to call a slumlord (16 units)
You want high maintenance???
joedon2007 9 months ago
Arlo- Careful how you answer that. Also don’t put those old pictures in the sale.
Aladar30 Premium Member 9 months ago
Janis is amazing.
Grumpy Old Guy 9 months ago
The main difference between a yard sale and trash day, is how close your items are placed by the curb…..
KEA 9 months ago
“am I not worth it” actually, but who’s counting
ktrabbit 9 months ago
Yard sales are a LOT of work, usually for very little return…unless you’re putting out really decent stuff.
David Huie Green LosersBlameOthers&It'sYOURfault 9 months ago
“Welllll, there is THAT…..”
jr1234 9 months ago
HERE is the yard sale, lol
https://www.creators.Com/read/one-big-happy/09/23/354601
sobrown51 9 months ago
I love yard sales (going to them and having them). My wife hates them.
locake 9 months ago
I cannot think of a single “fun” think about a yard sale. It is a huge amount of work, you have to be outside early in the morning and until at least noon, and I hate talking to the strangers who stop by and judge my sale items. Much easier to donate.
Brent Rosenthal Premium Member 9 months ago
Think carefully before you answer, Arlo
RonMcCalip 9 months ago
Don’t listen to her Arlo! It’s a trap!
rlaker22j 9 months ago
I’m caught in a trap I can’t get out because I love you too much baby
Troy 9 months ago
And it doesn’t matter what you ask for it, people will offer half that no matter what. You want 25 cents for this? I’ll give you a penny.
RonBerg13 Premium Member 9 months ago
That’s it Janis, lead him around by his… well, you know…
Scoutmaster77 9 months ago
Just say yes and twist her knobs… ;-)
Bwahahaha! 9 months ago
Just go mgtow Arlo. You’ll be happier and have less stress
eced52 9 months ago
Rendezvous in dream land at 10 PM. Don’t be late.
Alias1600 9 months ago
Janis is worth it. But how is her wanting to have a yard sale as a step toward clearing out unwanted things high maintenance? She’s the salesperson. She will stand out there. Easy enough to also schedule for the donation pick up truck to arrive at the end of the sale.
And how is Arlo’s starting the conversation of moving, then waffling about it, needing her to not talk about it, worrying that changing a light or faucet might be too difficult for him, and now him seeming on board at least with downsizing, but wanting to throw usable things away not the definition of being difficult and high maintenance?
fjblume2000 9 months ago
Dagnabit, Arlo, at this point you should say “Most definitely, my dearest woman, in spades!”
mrsdonaldson 9 months ago
Ugh. We go straight to donating. I hate yard sales.
Ceeg22 Premium Member 9 months ago
Paying a couple of old ladies $40 to take away a bunch of your stuff is still cheaper than a dumpster
j_m_kuehl 8 months ago
Price it like you want it gone. Buy one you have to take two more items for free