Alice is doing the right thing here. With her at the center of attention, Petey should feel relieved getting assurance that no one will look at him while he do his Oboe thing.
Brash, narcissistic Alice crushes big brother Petey’s fragile self-confidence with her enthusiasm for her new party dress, and Madeline’s attempt to intervene is too late, too late! Will Petey even make it to his recital?!
I’m glad that Alice is both appreciative and polite in her excitement. Sincere “thank you”s warm a mom’s heart, and probably the chance to have a moment with a daughter’s “girly” side does too.
gbars70 11 months ago
Madeline, by now you must be aware of how you should frame compliments to your daughter; Malice … er, no no, I mean Alice!
jasonsnakelover 11 months ago
Even Petey will say that.
su43dipta 11 months ago
Alice is doing the right thing here. With her at the center of attention, Petey should feel relieved getting assurance that no one will look at him while he do his Oboe thing.
DaveG1960 11 months ago
A town called Alice…
einarbt 11 months ago
Oh, Alice.
rhpii 11 months ago
Petey will be okay with not being noticed.
A.Ficionada 11 months ago
The party dress makes its first appearance! :)
dcmotrl Premium Member 11 months ago
Alice Springs Eternal
FireAnt_Hater 11 months ago
Petey might be ok with not having the focus on him – stage fright anyone?
WCraft Premium Member 11 months ago
With or without the dress, I’m sure she always gets noticed.
asrialfeeple 11 months ago
Actually, Mum, you did. I wonder if she’s wearing matching tights or just flats.
6turtle9 11 months ago
Haha! I like how Alice in panel one, and mom in panel two have the exact same pose and look. They are both very excited about the dress.
“That oboe thing-” translation, an opportunity for Alice to be “the center of attention-“ translation, another embarrassing moment for the family.
With any luck, Petey, this will turn in your favor so no one notices you, but either way, some arm chewing may be involved.
Sisyphos 11 months ago
Brash, narcissistic Alice crushes big brother Petey’s fragile self-confidence with her enthusiasm for her new party dress, and Madeline’s attempt to intervene is too late, too late! Will Petey even make it to his recital?!
JH&Cats 11 months ago
I’m glad that Alice is both appreciative and polite in her excitement. Sincere “thank you”s warm a mom’s heart, and probably the chance to have a moment with a daughter’s “girly” side does too.