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Twister!

Posted on August 19, 2026 by stfleming

Q: What’s a tornado’s favorite game? A: Twister! Explanation:  “Twister” is a synonym of tornado; they mean the same thing.  Twister is also a game that has been around for a long time. This joke is funny because it plays … Continue reading →

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7 8 9

Posted on August 5, 2026 by stfleming

Q: Why was 6 afraid of  7? A: Because 7, 8, 9! Explanation:  If you read the numbers, it sounds like seven-eight (ate)-nine.  And if I were 6, I, too, would be afraid of seven if it is eating other … Continue reading →

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As Quiet as a Lamb

Posted on August 13, 2024 by stfleming

Q: What kind of dog doesn’t bark?A: A hush puppy! Explanation: You already know what a dog is.  According to the American Kennel Club, there are over 340 breeds of dogs in the world.  A breed is a type of dog … Continue reading →

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Of Courses

Posted on April 18, 2023 by stfleming

Q: When is dining out just like school? A: When it’s a four course meal! Explanation: When you go to a restaurant, you are dining out.  Dining out, eating out, and going to a restaurant for a meal all mean the … Continue reading →

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That’s Rich!

Posted on March 12, 2023 by stfleming

Q: Why did the farmer bury all his money? A: To make the soil rich! Explanation: In the northern hemisphere, spring is right around the corner, and that means planting season.  Farmers want to have really good soil (dirt) to plant … Continue reading →

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Bee Amazing!

Posted on August 14, 2021 by stfleming

Q: What creature is smarter than a talking parrot?A: A spelling bee! Explanation: And we’re back! Perhaps you have seen or heard parrots that talk.  Well, they actually mimic (copy) the sounds that they hear.  It is quite amazing.  In English … Continue reading →

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X Marks the Spot

Posted on August 22, 2020 by stfleming

Q: What did the Dalmatian say after eating lunch? A: Wow, that really hit the spot! Explanation: If you have seen the movie 101 Dalmatians, you know that Dalmatians are a breed of dog known for their spots.  While I like … Continue reading →

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Egg-cellent Spin

Posted on April 11, 2020 by stfleming

Q: How do you make a Chinese egg roll? A: Just give it a little push! Explanation: Many families will be celebrating Easter this weekend, so an egg joke seemed appropriate. A Chinese egg roll is a type of food served … Continue reading →

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Is it legal?

Posted on April 4, 2020 by stfleming

Q: Can you keep a sick, bald bird in your house? A: No, that’s ill-eagle! Explanation: Many of us are staying home so that the world can flatten the coronavirus curve.  With that in mind, I offer you an eagle joke … Continue reading →

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Stay Warm

Posted on March 28, 2020 by stfleming

Q: How do you stay warm in any unheated room? A: Just sit in the corner where it is always 90º! Explanation: To understand this joke, you need to think about the temperature.  90º Fahrenheit is a hot temperature. Well, for … Continue reading →

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