Shades Of A 083
Yes, I do know the definition of gay- please don’t use the comments as a place to explain that men kissing men is pretty damn gay in the spectrum of gay things.
Try to see this as an example of two people sharing affection with each other despite the disapproval of society, religion and an a rather fat pet cat.
So adorable. I’m getting the diabeetus. /cuteness overload
I’ve seen cats glare at me like that before. It’s very intimidating. =(
The approval of cats is the one that concerns me the most.
And aww afection, Chris is a sweetheart asking all the important things.
Ugh where do I find such a glorious person!?
OMG, panel 3. PANEL 3 YOU GUISE.
Teh Kitteh is no impressah wid dis!
Kitteh demandz moar toung. Kleerly!
squeeee!
Some of my hetero-flexible friends have said that same thing. That having been said, D’AWWWWWWW!
That cat is perfect
See as a bisexual I don’t find men kissing men or women kissing women as gay or straight or anything else. More kissing, less labeling.
It depends (as so many things do) on your point of view. I don’t think kissing is SEXUAL (and if I recall correctly, it was menitoned Anwar agrees with me). I think it’s romantic. From that perspective, then, you need only determine whether ‘gay’ refers to romance AND sex, or to one or the other. Go from there
Or as I tend to do; just decide what works for you and ditch the labels. Too exhausting.
I think that’s interesting. (Really; I love these comment threads because everyone is genuinely so interesting). I identify as “mostly gay” (for real), but I think I would agree with you, kissing whoever I’m attracted to is just kissing that person.
I’ve sometimes kissed people (usually men), and it’s awkward and doesn’t feel right, and I guess that’s when I feel gayer than not. But there are some men that are fine to kiss. So… who knows.
:) awwh how cuuuute!
That reminds of something I’ve heard from the internet: “Cats aren’t racist – they discriminate against you all equally.” Oh the internet…
<3
That cat kinda makes me think of a cat version of Chris…
I always feel ridiculously awkward with an animal in the room when I’m doing anything more than hugging. Even that’s a bit awkward. They just give you that “what on earth are you weird humans doing?” stare…
my dog always tries to join in. she’ll climb up on your lap(s) and try to kiss your kissing faces. awkward!
Wow, not just cuteness, but . . . that expression in the last panel!
the cat is only angry because it’s bed dare move. the cat does now judge. i know. i’m a cat-ologist.
In defence of Poof, he does look fairly disapproving on the panel before too. So I think the judging and disapproval is based more on the fact activity occured than the activities undertaken.
As a romantic asexual dude-type person, I have to say that this comic drives me a little crazy, just because it more or less portrays my ideal relationship.
Someday…
Yeah, I hear that. A relationship where the sex is secondary, and the romance primary. Where emotions, and not orgasms, are the most important part.
Like you say. Someday.
It happens! I promise both of you (Kilo and John) will find it. I’m not in a relationship right now, but my truly happy relationships put emotions faaaaaaaaar before sex. The one relationship I had where sex was first was almost abusive (or it felt that way to me, there was simply no connection… like kissing a wall).
I’m enthralled by the art, especially the third panel and Poof, always Poof. But still trying to sort out all my feels on the page. I love the kissing and their banter I think will forever be a favorite part of their relationship dynamic, but I just keep feeling mixed up about something. I like that Chris wants to be super clear that this is what Anwar wants, but I think that may be where my mixed feelings come in. Maybe I wonder if it’s less Anwar he’s worried about and more himself? Meh… Can’t wait for the next page; hopefully it’ll resolve some of my mixed feelings…
Is Anwar missing eyebrows in that third panel??
Cuddlebuddies + Kissing. Yes good. I have one of these right now c:
I love when you do the awkward/personal moments like with Charlie’s side story xD
Awwwwww~!!! This is so freaking ADORABLE!!! ^^
Oh the suspense is killing me. I might have to go away and come back when it’s all finished. I must say, I prefer ‘Shades of A’ to Khas. Awesome as Khaos is, I love reading a comic about adults.
Poof is all like “Hey! HEY! Stop paying attention to each other and pay attention to me! >:(”
Cats do not discriminate, they are just selfish all around and do not like affection being given to others.
I love how Poof is all “Gaaaaaaay -_-“
Poof does NOT approve of this not-getting-pets-because-they’re-making-out bullshit.
Poof’s like “-opens one eyes- WTF are they talking about… what what no Dx -disapproving glare- not with the petting of each other because then we’l lall have to move…damn humans DX” and i’m just like pfffft adorable.
Does anyone else have any thoughts about the large age gap between Chris and Anwar? Is it going to be an issue?
Not something I’d thought about before in terms of age, which is surprising since I’m in a relationship myself where my boyfriend is about twenty years older than me.
I have thought about it in terms of maturity though, which can be related to age. If there’s a difference there, it can create problems, and I’m suspecting it well. I’m not saying Anwar is immature, but I think he’s still figuring things out, though he’s come a way since his relationship with JD, and he learned a few things about himself and his needs with them. I guess one could say that Chris is also figuring things out in this relationship, though.
HA! How much do I loooooove that cat! ^_^
Expression says it all.
I don’t even consider myself Ace, but I really love me a relationship that is based on other forms of contact over sex. My husband is the same way. We can go quite some time without sex and as long as there is everything else, the only reason we get bothered by it is by others’ views projected on us (me usually being the one who starts worrying—no thanks to Cosmo and other “please your man” bullshit articles).
As cute as this page is, I can’t help but think “What an awkward position” literally. It seems like an uncomfortable position for kissing someone. Chris’ position, I mean, the awkward hunched-over sort-of-bent thing he’s got goin on.
Also, my Jean-Claude is even worse than Poof. Not only would he not stand for someone else getting attention, he would squirm and wriggle his way between them and DEMAND the attention. ALL the attention. And the snuggles, ALL OF THE SNUGGLES.
One last thing, and then I’ll shut up, I promise. Adding to other posts/discussions of kissing certain people being labeled. I used to have a male friend that identified as “about 99% gay” because he was only attracted to males, but absolutely loved making out with his female bestie. **Shrug** As for me, I’m all for kissing whoever you want, gender/orientation/identity/whatev aside. ((Y’know, assuming they want the kisses, of course.)) Kissing should only be labeled with words like “fun” or “sweet” and the like.
Ha- it was tempting to have Chris like ‘ARRG MY OLD BACK’.
I’m glad I am not the only one thinking this XD. They are so sweet together. I’m surprised that Chris is the insecure one.
Age is just a number. My significant other has 22 years on me. It makes for interesting problems and conversations, and we compromise. That is how relationships should work!
I am loving this comic so far!! Chris is adorable!
the kiss made me squee ^_^