After-work Gatherings Mugs

"Alright mate? Fancy popping out later for a couple of units?"

"It's almost 5 o'clock! Where the hell is my vodka app?!"

"First I drink, then I barbecue — that's my secret."

'But Mom, I like potatoes in their jackets.'

Happy Hour

"Is there any way I can un-drink this wine?"

The devil you know and his plus one

Illustration from an Unpublished Novel

Every time you make a blend, somewhere, a wine maker dies.

The prying mantis,

"I think I'm having pre-traumatic stress disorder."

Miniature Cattle Fanciers

"Pssst! I had some CGI done."

'Sure, I'm a working mother - is there any other kind?'

'The Ambassador will not be pleased, Madame.'

I've been looking forward to this the whole year: It can get lonely out there...

"Phil's an expert networker. One drink and he's on schmooze-control."

Convention for People Who Like to Attend Conventions.

"You're doing fine - don't watch your feet."

"That sister of yours sure has some nerve asking for those leftovers - we earned them."

'Of course, I'm proud of you but I don't think he would be a healthy after school snack.'

Playing cards.

'I don't think we're devoted to the Lord. I think we're devoted to dessert.'

Professional woman in pub

"So that's what it means to unwind before dinner."

"Once you get over the three hundred and sixty eight texts it took to plan this, it really is nice to get together."

Shall I be mother?

"God help us, it's that guy."

"I rushed here from surgery. I didn't have time to get into costume."

"Could I have a Tommy Tippee cup for my friend's beer, as he's been using a concrete breaker all day."

'I'm sorry, he likes to let off wind after dinner.'

"My boss said I have narcolepsy. She could have waited to tell me after I woke up."

"That's where the tenured faculty members hang out."

"Well, what a coincidence, Jeff's in vermin control too!"