Everyday Life in Cartoons is a comic/cartoon review that delivers pure joy wrapped in ink and punchlines. From awkward social encounters to pet mischief, this collection turns our everyday blunders into laugh-out-loud moments. Artist Dave Coverly’s Speed Bump series doesn’t just make you laugh—it makes you nod in knowing agreement, like he’s been spying on your Tuesday afternoons.
About the Artist
Dave Coverly is the genius behind Speed Bump, a single-panel comic syndicated worldwide. His work blends sharp wit with a gentle absurdity that keeps you chuckling long after you’ve turned the page. Over the years, he’s earned the National Cartoonists Society’s Reuben Award for Outstanding Cartoonist of the Year, multiple divisional awards, and the respect of humor lovers everywhere. His style leans toward observational humor, often poking fun at human quirks, everyday frustrations, and the lovable oddities of life—sometimes through the eyes of animals, sometimes through humans behaving like them.
#1 Baseball Umpire at Home
Who knew refereeing doesn’t stop when you leave the field? This gem turns domestic lounging into a sporting event with a passive-aggressive twist.
#2 The Gourmet Dog Bowl Gossip
Apparently, even dogs know when the menu is subpar. This panel’s canine–bee conversation is a five-star chuckle.
#3 The Octopus Bluff
Marine life meets stage acting. These squids are basically the drama club of the ocean.
#4 The Social Media Dog
Friendly online, aloof in person—this comic nails modern relationships, furry or otherwise.
#5 The Misfired Human Cannonball
Directional awareness: not this guy’s strong suit. A blast of pure slapstick.
#6 The Emotional Beavers
Breakup humor at its punniest—because some dams aren’t built to last.
#7 The Black Belt Excuse
Martial arts meets flaky scalp humor—self-deprecation never looked so funny.
#8 The Missing Venus de Milo Arm
A surreal museum scene that’s part art commentary, part Looney Tunes gag.
#9 The Plastic Pollution Genie
Wish granted… with a side of eco-guilt. It’s environmental humor that hits home.
#10 The Wandering Words Reader
Reading struggles get a playful, animated twist—literally.
#11 Lacrosse Butterfly Chase
When sports and nature collide, sometimes the butterfly wins.
#12 The Hot Dog vs. Road Kill Rivalry
A street vendor turf war played out like a slapstick chase scene.
#13 The Caveman Fixer-Upper
Stone Age real estate problems never looked so relatable.
#14 The Appliance Salesman’s Send-Off
Dark humor meets retail life in this coffin-shaped fridge gag.
#15 The Bottled Water in Hell Dilemma
A devilishly clever twist on the concept of “conditions apply.”
#16 Do It Yourself vs. Dig It Yourself
DIY meets canine instincts—because dogs have projects too.
#17 Casual Friday Battle
Knights in armor vs. Hawaiian shirts—corporate culture gone medieval.
#18 Cowboy Fashion Advice
Draw speed and waistband height—cowboy priorities, explained.
#19 Squirrel Justice
The tables turn when the squirrels finally have their day.
#20 Monk Bathroom Breaks
Zen interrupted by biology—pure comedic timing.
Final Thoughts
This set of Everyday Life in Cartoons is a perfect showcase of Dave Coverly’s ability to make the mundane magical and the ordinary absurd. His humor is clever without being cruel, relatable without being predictable. Each panel rewards you with a laugh, a smirk, or that slow nod of recognition that says, “Yep, that’s me.”
Credit: All comics are the work of cartoonist Dave Coverly, creator of Speed Bump. For more of his work, visit the official site: speedbump.com.
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