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We need to laugh - especially in a pandemic!

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Applegran Fri 01-Jan-21 15:05:51

Someone has just sent this to me and it made me laugh - reflectons as we move into 2021. Here it is in the hope it makes others laugh too! Have you got other 'funnies' to share?

1. The dumbest thing I ever bought was a 2020 planner.

2. 2019: Stay away from negative people. 2020: Stay away from positive people.

3. The world has turned upside down. Old people are sneaking out of the house and their children are shouting at them to stay indoors!

4. This morning I saw a neighbour talking to her cat. It was obvious she thought her cat understood her. I came into my house and told my dog.......we had a good laugh.

5. Every few days try your jeans on.....just to make sure they fit. Pyjamas will have you believe all is well in the kingdom.

6. Does anyone know if we can take showers yet or should we just keep washing our hands?

7. I never thought the comment, “I wouldn’t touch him/her with a 6-foot pole” would become a national policy, but here we are!

8. I need to practise social-distancing ...........from the refrigerator.

9. I hope the weather is good tomorrow for my trip out to the bins !

10. Never in a million years could I have imagined I would go into a bank with a mask on and ask for money.

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grandMattie Fri 01-Jan-21 15:08:27

I've seen it before, but it still makes me laugh!

Smileless2012 Fri 01-Jan-21 15:09:18

Thanks Applegran the weather here is awful so I needed something to cheer me upsmile.

EllanVannin Fri 01-Jan-21 15:10:45

Very good. I liked the cats one as I have cats and talk to them------but no dog grin

timetogo2016 Fri 01-Jan-21 15:18:50

Iv`e never understood the term ,
i wouldn`t touch her with somebody elses erm why would you?

sukie Sat 02-Jan-21 02:30:15

I just read these aloud to DH. Thanks for the laugh Applegran, we needed that grin

Rufus2 Sat 02-Jan-21 02:48:29

My husband purchased a world map and then gave me a dart and said, “Throw this and wherever it lands—that’s where I’m taking you when this pandemic ends.” Turns out, we’re spending two weeks behind the fridge.

Rufus2 Sat 02-Jan-21 02:52:40

Back in my day, you would cough to cover up a fart. Now, with COVID-19, you fart to cover up a cough.

Sparklefizz Sat 02-Jan-21 06:07:18

Very good Rufus2 - I've started the day with a smile. smile

Marilla Sat 02-Jan-21 06:28:32

Keep them coming Rufus2! ?

Rufus2 Sat 02-Jan-21 11:35:24

What’s the best way to avoid touching your face? A glass of wine in each hand.

Day 121 at home and the dog is looking at me like, “See? This is why I chew the furniture!”

Sparklefizz Sat 02-Jan-21 11:38:18

Rufus2 grin Thanks.

Gwenisgreat1 Sat 02-Jan-21 11:45:21

We need humour to keep us going - thanks!!

Three Little Pigs

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The Three Little Pigs

Three Little Pigs went out to dinner one night.. The waiter came and took their drink order.

'I would like a Sprite,' said the first little piggy.

'I would like a Coke,' said the second little piggy.

'I want beer, lots and lots of beer,' said the third little piggy.

The drinks were brought out and the waiter took their orders for dinner

'I want a nice big steak,' said the first piggy.

'I would like the salad plate,' said the second piggy.

'I want beer, lots and lots of beer,' said the third little piggy.

The meals were brought out and a while later the waiter approached the table and asked if the piggies would like any dessert.

'I want a banana split,' said the first piggy.

'I want a cheesecake,' said the second piggy.

'I want beer, lots and lots of beer,' exclaimed the third little piggy.

'Pardon me for asking,' said the waiter to the third little piggy,'

But why have you only ordered beer all evening?'

You're gonna LOVE me for this....



The third piggy says -

'Well, somebody has to go 'Wee, wee, wee, all the way home!

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Doodle Sat 02-Jan-21 11:50:10

Wonderful. Made me laugh. Thank you so much all ?

EllanVannin Sat 02-Jan-21 11:54:33

Just what I needed.grin " A fart to cover a cough " hahahaha.

EllanVannin Sat 02-Jan-21 11:57:38

You're in a mess if both happen at the same time----shuffle your feet ?

Gwenisgreat1 Sat 02-Jan-21 12:07:20

As I was lying in bed pondering the problems of the world, I rapidly realized that I don't really give a rat's ass. It's the tortoise life for me!
1. If walking/cycling is good for your health, the postman would be immortal.
2. A whale swims all day, only eats fish, drinks water, and is fat.
3. A rabbit runs and hops and only lives 15 years.
4. A tortoise doesn't run and does nothing, yet it lives for 450 years.
And you tell me to exercise?? I don't think so.
I'm retired. Go around me!

EllanVannin Sat 02-Jan-21 12:19:22

I like that best Gwenisgreat grin

grandtanteJE65 Sat 02-Jan-21 12:50:55

Thank you all for making me laugh.

Happy New Year!

Mapleleaf Sat 02-Jan-21 13:09:10

A great thread, thank you. We need to be able to laugh. ?

Rufus2 Sat 02-Jan-21 13:28:32

Being quarantined with a talkative child is like having an insane parrot glued to your shoulder

Nothing like relaxing on the couch after a long day of being tense on the couch!

Gwenisgreat1 Sat 02-Jan-21 13:56:56

The Bathtub Test
During a visit to my doctor, I asked him, "How do you determine whether or not an older person should be put in an old-age home?"

"Well," he said, "we fill up a bathtub, then we offer a teaspoon, a teacup and a bucket to the person to empty the bathtub."
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"Oh, I understand," I said. "A normal person would use the
bucket because it is bigger than the spoon or the teacup."









"No" he said. "A normal person would pull the plug. Do you
want a bed near the window?"

Sparklefizz Sun 03-Jan-21 09:50:50

Love 'em! Thanks for sharing and keep them coming .....

rascal Sun 03-Jan-21 10:49:18

What's the best thing about Switzerland?
I don't know but it's flag is a big plus! grin

Rufus2 Sun 03-Jan-21 11:05:43

Several years ago, Andy was sentenced to prison. During his stay, he got along well with the guards and all his fellow inmates. The warden saw that deep down, Andy was a good person and made arrangements for Andy to learn a trade while doing his time.

After three years, Andy was recognized as one of the best carpenters in the local area.
Often he would be given a weekend pass to do odd jobs for the citizens of the community and he always reported back to prison before Sunday night was over.
The warden was thinking of remodeling his kitchen and in fact had done much of the work himself.
But he lacked the skills to build a set of kitchen cupboards and a large counter top, which he had promised his wife.
So he called Andy into his office and asked him to complete the job for him.
But, alas, Andy refused.
He told the warden, "Gosh, I'd really like to help you but counter fitting is what got me into prison in the first place