Comics Tagged : wholesome

Late Night Worries

Late Night Worries

Strip Info

Title
Late Night Worries
Date
March 5, 2023
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Notes

Three years ago, I added this bird character to my comics as a way to cope with my pandemic anxiety. Now, our avian friends find themselves in a similar situation. But with a much higher toll. It got me thinking back to those early, uncertain days of COVID. This bird helped me make it through. I figured I should return the favor.

Transcript

Panel 1 : Int. Kevin’s Bedroom – Night

Kevin is asleep in bed. His bird stands on top of him.

Bird
Hey. Are you awake? I can’t sleep.
Kevin (sleepy)
Hmm? Sure. What’s up?
Panel 2 : Int. Kevin’s Bedroom – Continuous

The bird continues.

Bird (anxious)
I can’t stop thinking about this bird flu epidemic. It’s killed fifty-eight million birds already.
Kevin
Yeah. It’s really sad, isn’t it?
Panel 3 : Int. Kevin’s Bedroom – Continuous

The bird continues.

Bird
Am I going to get it?
Kevin
Not if you stay here with me.
Panel 4 : Int. Kevin’s Bedroom – Continuous

The bird says nothing. Kevin smiles sympathetically.

Kevin
…Wow. No joke?
Panel 5 : Int. Kevin’s Bedroom – Continuous

Kevin smiles

Kevin
You’re supposed to say, “I’d rather get the virus…”
Panel 6 : Int. Kevin’s Bedroom – Continuous

The bird looks sheepish.

Bird
Sorry. Guess I’m a little pre-occupied. Can I sleep in your room tonight?
Kevin
Of course!
Panel 7 : Int. Kevin’s Bedroom – Continuous

Kevin’s bird curls up in the small of Kevin’s neck, still worried. Kevin looks on, concerned.

Panel 8 : Int. Kevin’s Bedroom – Continuous

Wide of the dark bedroom.

Bird
Epidemics sure are scary.
Kevin
I know, buddy. I know.

The Bank Loan (Part 1)

The Bank Loan (Part 1)

Strip Info

Title
The Bank Loan (Part 1)
Date
November 6, 2022
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Transcript

Panel 1 : Int. Kevin’s Office – Day

Kevin sits at his desk, drawing. His bird, wearing a little collar and tie, walks up behind him.

Bird
I need a ride to the bank.
Kevin
Why?
Bird
Because I can’t drive.
Panel 2 : Int. Kevin’s Office – Continuous

Kevin looks confused.

Kevin
No- why do you need to go to the bank?
Bird
Because I have an interview for a business loan.
Panel 3 : Int. Kevin’s Office – Continuous

Same.

Kevin
Why do you have an interview for a business loan?
Bird
Because I don’t have the capital to start a business myself! Obviously!
Panel 4 : Int. Kevin’s Office – Continuous

Kevin turns around in his chair and smirks.

Kevin
So you’re saying you need seed money?
Bird
Forget it. I’ll take the bus.

Peas In A Pod

Peas In A Pod

Strip Info

Title
Peas In A Pod
Date
August 21, 2022
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Transcript

Panel 1 : Int. Void – Day

A cute illustration of three anthropomoric peas in a pod.

Peas in a Pod
Panel 2 : Int. Void – Continuous

A cute illustration of the same peas in a pod. Only this time, they’re in the middle of a small pond.

Peas in a Pond
Panel 3 : Int. Void – Continuous

A cute illustration of the three peas. This time, sitting on the head of a smiling pig that wears a red bow tie.

Peas on a Pig
Panel 4 : Int. Void – Continuous

A cute illustration of the three peas. Now stacked one on top of the other. A blonde wig over the top pea.

Peas in a Wig

Look With Your Eyes

Look With Your Eyes

Strip Info

Title
Look With Your Eyes
Date
January 30, 2021
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Transcript

Panel 1 : Int. Home – Day

Toast stands in front of an open closet. Egg sits at the table across the room, working on a laptop.

Toast
Where are the light bulbs?
Egg
Middle shelf.
Panel 2 : Int. Home – Continuous

Toast looks confused.

Toast
Where? I don’t see them.
Egg
(stops working)
Next to the towels.
Panel 3 : Int. Home – Continuous

Toast doesn’t see them.

Toast
Where?
Egg
-Sigh-

Egg stands up and begins to walk across the room.

Panel 4 : Int. Home – Continuous

Just as Egg reaches Toast…

Toast
Oh! There they are!

Toast reaches for them. Egg just glowers at Toast.

Bird In The Hand

Bird In The Hand

Strip Info

Title
Bird In The Hand
Date
September 15, 2020
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Transcript

Panel 1 : Int. Void – Day

A cute blue bird with a white tuff on its head sits in a person’s hand. It smiles.

Bird in the Hand
Panel 2 : Int. Void – Day

The same bird sits in an open can of beans.

Bird in a Can
Panel 3 : Int. Void – Day

The same bird sits on top of a giant, cooked ham.

Bird on the Ham
Panel 4 : Int. Void – Day

The same bird holds a red guitar. Over its left eye is painted a pink bolt of lightning. It’s white tuft has been replaced by a blonde, spiky mohawk. Behind it is a red drum set. Seated at the drum set is another cute bird. This one green with a floppy blond mohawk. On the kick drum of the drum set is written the band name: “The Birbs.”

Bird in a Band

Corn On The Cob

Corn On The Cob

Strip Info

Title
Corn On The Cob
Date
July 25, 2020
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Notes

After the controversy of my “Opening Up” comic, I decided to do something dumb and fun. This wordplay was based on a game my partner and I play. It’s hard to explain. But I like this comic. Someday, I hope to turn it into a children’s book.

Transcript

Panel 1 : Int. Void – Day

A cute Corn on the Cob with legs, arms, and a face smiles and waves at you.

Corn on the Cob
Panel 2 : Int. Void – Day

The Corn on the Cob sits in the back of a cab. Still smiling and waving at you.

Corn in the Cab
Panel 3 : Int. Void – Day

The Corn on The Cob stands next to a cute brown bear cub. They hold hands, smile, and wave at you.

Corn with a Cub
Panel 4 : Int. Void – Day

The Corn on the Cob stands next to an open manhole. The manhole is surrounded by a yellow railing. The Corn on the Cob wears an orange safety helmet, safety vest, and holds up a sign that reads “Slow.”

Corn on the Job