It never stops (Blog Entry 4)

Click to see post: Hyperbole and a Half: This is Why I’ll Never be an Adult

I am chose to write about Allie Brosh’s post titled This Is Why I’ll Never Be an Adult.  The basic premise is how she attempts to make changes to her daily routine to try and be more responsible and get more things done.  She usually starts out very determined and driven to really accomplish more things throughout the day such as emailing, going to the bank, cleaning the house, grocery shopping, and laundry.  She admits that this enthusiasm of hers only lasts a day or so and then she begins to deviate from her plan.  Her motivation decreases when she starts to feel satisfied with what she has accomplished.  Soon enough she ends up dismissing her routine as the final illustration shows her on her computer typing into the early hours of the morning.

The reason I chose to write about this blog post is because I found the series of illustrations quite comical.  These images, along with the narrative, are humorous because of the truth behind the story and how relatable it can be to just about anyone.  I’m sure we’ve all experienced something similar to this.

I think that this work could stand alone as a comic strip without the context of the narrative.  However, I think that the narrative provides more value to the story.  I find that it’s the narrative that really makes this work a piece of art whereas the illustrations make up a picture book.

I think that this piece is very effective with its message.  I especially like it because it describes a situation that most people experience but many never would think to talk about.  When reading this post it would be hard not to tap in to self deprecation as you realize how irrational you may be at times.  My favorite part of the post was when she described how her guilt from her ignored responsibilities only perpetuated her procrastination – so true.