Dilbert cartoon first published on Wednesday 25th September 1991

Dilbert//893, first published 35 years ago on Wednesday 25th September 1991

Tags

dilbert minute pen farewell been true wind love you personal relationship brenda

Official transcript

Dilbert sits at his desk. Wally enters his cubicle and asks, "May I borrow your pen for a minute?"

Dilbert says to his pen, "Farewell, little friend. You have always been true. May the wind be at your back. I . . . I . . . Love you . . ."

Wally hands the pen back to Dilbert and says, "Uh . . . Could I borrow one which you've had less of a personal relationship with?"

Dilbert asks, "How about Brenda?"

originally published on dilbert.com

Open source transcript

MAY I BORROW YOUR PEN FOR A MINUTE?

FAREWELL, LITTLE FRIEND. YOU HAVE ALWAYS BEEN TRUE.

MAY THE WIND BE AT YOUR BACK. I...

1...

LOVE YOU...

UH... COULD I BORROW ONE WHICH YOU'VE HAD LESS OF A PERSONAL RELATIONSHIP WITH?

HOW ABOUT BRENDA?

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AI Analysis

Title: "Borrowing a Pen: A Tale of Office Antics"

Summary:

This 'Dilbert' comic strip, originally published in 1991, revolves around a humorous exchange between two coworkers. The scene unfolds with one employee asking to borrow a pen from another, only to be met with a series of unexpected and playful responses.

Key Elements:

• The employee requests to borrow a pen, setting the stage for the comedic exchange.
• The coworker's initial response is a lighthearted and flirtatious remark, which catches the other employee off guard.
• The conversation takes an unexpected turn as the coworker asks about borrowing a pen that has less personal significance, adding to the comedic tone.
• The strip's humor lies in its relatable portrayal of office interactions and the creative ways people navigate everyday situations.

Overall:

This comic strip showcases the wit and charm of 'Dilbert,' a beloved series known for its humorous take on office life. The strip's lighthearted and playful tone makes it an entertaining read, offering a glimpse into the quirks and nuances of workplace interactions.

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