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A String of Good Luck
Q: Why was the rope so stressed out? A: It was getting itself all tied up in knots! Explanation: Last week an upset wire, this week a stressed out rope! Such is the pandemic life. When you tie the ends of … Continue reading
Just Around the Bend
Q: Why was the metal wire so upset? A: It was getting bent out of shape over nothing! Explanation: Metal wire comes in all sorts of sizes, measured by how thick it is. Electrical wire also comes in different thicknesses. Metal … Continue reading
Beyond Reproach
Q: What happened to the mouse when he fell into the bathtub? A: He came out squeaky clean! Explanation: Just as a cow says “moo” and a pig says “oink,” mice squeak. If you are interested in hearing an hour of … Continue reading
On the Lookout
Q: What did the orange say to the banana when they were looking for the apple? A: Keep your eyes peeled! Explanation: It’s summer where I am (not -20º like the other place I call home) and it’s a great time … Continue reading
I Hearby Resolve
Q: Why did the past year seem to go by in a blur? A: Your resolution must have been too low! Explanation: Happy New Year! I wish you the very best in 2022!! Do you make new year’s resolutions? A new … Continue reading
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Mindfully Present
Q: Why didn’t the aliens on the UFO land on Christmas morning? A: They were selfish, and did not want to share their presence! Explanation: UFOs are unidentified flying objects, often seen as flying saucers. Flying saucers (if they exist) come … Continue reading
Keep It Down Out There!
Q: What is the nosiest game you can play? A: Racket-ball! Explanation: Some people like some noise in their lives while others prefer a quiet environment. Some of us are in between–sometimes I like a little music or background noise but … Continue reading
News Flash
Q: Why did the ice cream cone become a news reporter?A: Because he wanted to get the scoop! Explanation: Do you watch the evening news? Listen to news on the radio or a podcast? Perhaps you read a newspaper? News reporters … Continue reading
Tom Swifties
“It’s time for recess,” Tom said playfully. “I can turn on the lights,” Tom said powerfully. Tom Swifties are a type of humor from a series of old books. I have not read the books but I love the odd … Continue reading