Unfortunately, JG does not share this opinion; even worse, he insists on calling puns “the lowest form of humor”! I always respond, “But it’s okay because I’m a low person,” emphasizing my shortness and – ha! – slipping in a pun, kind of, for good measure. When I told him over dinner that I was going to post my 21-Pun Salute, he groaned dramatically.
“Hey! My mom gave me that card and I love it!"
Another groan.
I narrowed my eyes and pointed my fork at him. “Your bad attitude will be properly documented, mister.”
I had to dig out the card from a shoebox of old birthday cards, postcards from friends, and mementos from studying abroad. Being a pack rat does pay off at times! I thought I would simply transcribe everything, but the illustrations added so much. I’m uncertain of the copyright situation, so here is a disclaimer: this card was manufactured by Ambassador Cards, a Hallmark brand.
Lastly, I have to give a big shout-out to my mom for sending me this awesome card back in the day. It still makes me laugh out loud, especially #6 and 20, but I will understand if some people can’t help but groan. Meanwhile, JG will be writhing around in pain if he happens to read this post. Heh.
(click for a super-zoomed-in version)
3 comments:
I LOVE THIS!!! Hehe. The illustrations really make it--especially the geeks and the MELONS worshiping the birthday girl!
I'm so glad you dug it out!!
hmmm I have to admit, the puns just don't do it for me! Plus JG commented on my blog today so I kinda feel like I have to side with him :)
MELONS, bahahaha! Laurel, we must be twins, cos I've been sitting here giggling since I arrived. Hee.
Thanks for posting; totally worth it. If I was feeling wittier, I'd respond with my own pun, but alas! I'll have to resort to Google and some words of wisdom;
Once you've seen one shopping center you've seen a mall.
(snort)
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