Jan, the snake was already used. That’s why it’s wet and John isn’t cranking it. He pulled it out and they’re now trying the plunger. You can’t use a snake and a plunger at the exact same time.
Believe it or not, a kettle of boiling water and dish detergent work great to melt what’s plugging up your toilet. Doesn’t work so great on toys sent down there, tho.
They really shouldn’t be mad at Lizzie – after all, she’s only 2 years old. Maybe they should learn to keep the lid down at all times … but most importantly, they should provide a child that young with constant parental supervision. Leave them on their own to provide their own entertainment and this is the kind of thing you’re likely to get.
Did they pay Don Martin a royalty for the sound effects? I personally think Young Lizzie was one of the high points of the strip. I was never blessed with kids (gotta have a wife first). but I have five sisters and a couple of neices, and she NAILED the expressions and body language and behavior of toddler girls. Not nearly as much when April came along, since the older characters got so much screen time then.
One of the main problems with most of today’s young children (and some from various decades before) is the lack of actual supervision. We did not need car seats, helmets, pool fences and many other devices. My playground had plain hard dirt (and some grass), a very high slide of metal that was hot in summer, a “merry-go-round” that we had to push by running on one foot and much else that would not be allowed now. Still my accidents (and those of my 4 kids) were few and easily taken care of for the most part, until some teen ones.
howtheduck – toilet bowls and tanks once were separate – throughout my childhood at least.
I’m not sure you can supervise anything or anyone 24/7, but I do agree the seat should always be down. I got into the habit from having cats who won’t touch water unless it is someplace gross, and the toilet is a favorite.
JanLC over 13 years ago
Not sure where that snake is going. It’s certainly not in the bowl.
BooksLover over 13 years ago
Looks like she’s been convicted with no trial …. :-D Ciao to all from North Italy :-)
lightenup Premium Member over 13 years ago
No kidding. I’m surprised that they’re not accusing Michael.
Allison Nunn Premium Member over 13 years ago
I love the “burp” the toilet gives…. been there with little ones. A friend’s tried (and almost succeeded!) flushing a bath towel down theirs…..
alan.gurka over 13 years ago
I think, with that snake, John is practicing on his dad for a job with TSA.
Gigantor over 13 years ago
Jan, the snake was already used. That’s why it’s wet and John isn’t cranking it. He pulled it out and they’re now trying the plunger. You can’t use a snake and a plunger at the exact same time.
rgcviper over 13 years ago
“Kafloompa” … ?
Allan CB Premium Member over 13 years ago
Gignator- thanks, I was gonna point that out. LOL rgcviper - Lynn has always had an expressive vocabulary. :D
Jogger2 over 13 years ago
It can’t be “Ned”
JanLC over 13 years ago
rgcviper, I have heard my plunger make exactly that sound, haven’t you?
coffeeturtle over 13 years ago
Toilet Indigestion! :-D
Coyoty Premium Member over 13 years ago
One day I caught my little brother flushing Grandma’s washcloths.
gofinsc over 13 years ago
As soon as they clear it, Lizzie’s next.
Shikamoo Premium Member over 13 years ago
An after dinner speech from the throne………..
Lizzie looks guilty. That’s enough to do it.
summerdog86 over 13 years ago
Believe it or not, a kettle of boiling water and dish detergent work great to melt what’s plugging up your toilet. Doesn’t work so great on toys sent down there, tho.
RadioTom over 13 years ago
Mrs. Fox’s tofu faux ham and turkey (see Foxtrot Classics for today…)
Gretchen's Mom over 13 years ago
They really shouldn’t be mad at Lizzie – after all, she’s only 2 years old. Maybe they should learn to keep the lid down at all times … but most importantly, they should provide a child that young with constant parental supervision. Leave them on their own to provide their own entertainment and this is the kind of thing you’re likely to get.
andymeijers over 13 years ago
Did they pay Don Martin a royalty for the sound effects? I personally think Young Lizzie was one of the high points of the strip. I was never blessed with kids (gotta have a wife first). but I have five sisters and a couple of neices, and she NAILED the expressions and body language and behavior of toddler girls. Not nearly as much when April came along, since the older characters got so much screen time then.
vldazzle over 13 years ago
One of the main problems with most of today’s young children (and some from various decades before) is the lack of actual supervision. We did not need car seats, helmets, pool fences and many other devices. My playground had plain hard dirt (and some grass), a very high slide of metal that was hot in summer, a “merry-go-round” that we had to push by running on one foot and much else that would not be allowed now. Still my accidents (and those of my 4 kids) were few and easily taken care of for the most part, until some teen ones.
lindz.coop Premium Member over 13 years ago
howtheduck – toilet bowls and tanks once were separate – throughout my childhood at least.
I’m not sure you can supervise anything or anyone 24/7, but I do agree the seat should always be down. I got into the habit from having cats who won’t touch water unless it is someplace gross, and the toilet is a favorite.