Calvin and Hobbes by Bill Watterson for December 12, 2018

That explains why they keep Calvin around.

Well that’s certainly NOT what he looks like.

Other relatives ARE annoying.

Good one, Dad.

Except for uncle Max that one time, when have any relatives ever visited Calvin’s family or Calvin’s family visited any relatives?

Calvin, you now have a purpose in life.

Who says the camera doesn’t lie? Oh and good one Dad, love it!

That makes it totally worth it!

relatives…specifically meaning “in-laws”, there Dad?

If I remember correctly, the “photos” tomorrow should be a hoot!

Dad knows how to interpret the situation.

paging Hobbes, Hobbes to the set…

You forgot the sedative in his cocoa…

Boy, Calvin’s really dressed up. He even has his best scowl on.

Dad forgot the little sign with numbers on it for Calvin to hold up.

I don’t think Calvin wants those relatives around any more than Dad does.

Dad has the idea. Smile, Calvin.

Pest….I mean…In-law Control! ;o]

I understand this is primarily a USian thing, family pics in greetings cards.

Have fun Calvin, you will give the receiver a chuckle.

With hair combed down and the cowlick in the back, Calvin favors Dennis the Menace.But that’s where the resemblance stops. Calvin’s exploits make Dennis look like an Eagle Scout.

Saves time for the Mug Shot.

CHRISTMAS TIP. Tell the relatives you’ve moved and give them a fake address. Hilarity will ensue.

That should do it.

“THANK you, dear…”

Truth be told…

Whatever works Dad! I send pictures of my cats to keep people away.

Heh, Calvin looks a lot like Schroeder from “Peanuts” with his hair combed that way!

I trust that Calvin will make this worth while for Dad.

Why do I get the feeling that this is a bad idea???