The novelty of Cayla’s new look is short-lived (although it may have had its intended effect: note the public display of affection by Les in P2), and again, Les turns the discussion back to himself. Anyway, it’s nice to see the couple attending a sporting event in which their daughters are not participating. On the other hand, what the hell else is there to do on a Friday night in Westview?
Well, score one for Cayla. That is, until tomorrow, when Susan shows up in full Bo Derek mode. How long was Susan lurking outside the teacher’s lounge, anyway? Seems like anytime Les and Cayla are together at the school, she’s lurking ten feet away.
Funky’s strange convalescence continues. Sitting around the house bored? Was he not just last week dashing around Montoni’s, twisting Les’ arm to have his party there? And ordering champagne? Or was that another head-trauma induced dream? The punchline makes no sense either: there’s no need to “gnaw a leg off”; in fact, that would make escaping more difficult.
Following this strip is nearly as grueling as actual physical therapy. Ponderous, man…effin’ ponderous.
Funky’s ulterior motive is exposed: it’s not about doing something nice for his buddy Les. It’s just an excuse to order some cases of cheap bubbly. He’s been craving a drink since he walked away from that “vodka and orange” in that gin mill by the rest home.
“Does believing you’re the last sane man on the planet make you crazy? ‘Cause if it does, maybe I am.” –Del Spooner (Will Smith), I, Robot
Dammit, Les, grow a pair. If you don’t want your stupid book launch at Montoni’s then say so! Or suffer the smirks of those that dictate to you.
For what it’s worth: Les’ comment about being “the last sane person on the planet” does fit nicely with the perception of him as The Grounded One.
Son of Stuck Funky 
