Relics of the Not So Distant Past
The article presents a humorous take on modern life and societal quirks. It touches on various topics, including personal aspirations and the challenges of dating in today's world. The author, Stephen Raaka, is a cartoonist known for his contributions to The New Yorker.
- ▪The author humorously reflects on the perfectionism often sought in personal life.
- ▪There are mentions of modern dating challenges, particularly for emotionally unavailable individuals.
- ▪Stephen Raaka has been contributing humor to The New Yorker since 2022.
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SketchbookRelics of the Not-So-Distant PastMay God have mercy on our millennial souls.By Stephen RaakaMay 20, 2026Save this storySave this storySave this storySave this storyMore Humor and CartoonsI’ll start this new project just as soon as all conditions in my life are perfect.More precise names for the “Personal Life” section on Wikipedia.Tough-guy things I can do because I don’t wear a face mask.It’s becoming pretty clear that something is going on with the crossword constructor.I’m a teacher and I do, in fact, live at school.Hinder: a dating app for emotionally unavailable men.Enter the Cartoon Caption Contest for a chance to appear in the magazine.Follow @newyorkercartoons on Instagram and sign up for the Daily Humor newsletter for more funny stuff.Stephen Raaka is a cartoonist and…
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