Joke of the Week #87

An absent-minded professor calls his neighbor Henry on the phone. "Hello, Henry. Might I ask for a little help with something, please?"

"Sure," Henry replies. "How may I help you?"

"Well, I've just gotten a new jigsaw puzzle, but there are about a thousand pieces or so, and none of them seem to fit together. It's so confusing I don't know where to start."

"What's the picture of?" Henry inquires.

"A big toucan." the professor replies.

"Ill be over in just a second." Henry promises. When he arrives at the house, the professor leads him into the living room, over to a coffee table. After one look at the table, Henry says, "Gee, Professor Murphy, don't you think you should put the Froot Loops back in the box?"

From Nickelodeon Magazine.

A Meowy Christmas and a Yappy New Year!

Here is a Pound Puppies fanfiction, which is the seventh in a series created by fellow writer brave kid and me. In this story, which is based on an episode of the Garfield Show entitled, "Home for the Holidays", the Pound Puppies and Kennel Kittens are preparing for Christmas at the pound. When they later come across Giblet, who's bringing food and blankets to a group of homeless pets living in an alley, the Puppies and Kittens not only assist her but hatch a plan to help the poor pets find their perfect homes in time for Christmas. But will they be successful? Please enjoy, and a very Merry Christmas to all!

Pound Puppies Generation Gap: Home For the Howlidays

 

 

 

BTW, here are a few pictures of the story's characters:

 

Buster the elderly cat, and the three little orphan puppies he looks after, April, May, and June. Buster's name and appearance are based on those of the cat from this book, and their personalities are based on those of Rags the elderly dog and the three orphan kittens from the original Garfield Show episode.

 

 

Sid and Chubba, who both originally appeared in the episode, "Kennel Kittens Return", and Babette, who also originally appeared in the series. Sid is a positive sort, Chubba is friendly but lazy, and Babette is polite but somewhat shy.

 

 

Timmy, who personality-wise is a slight nod to Tiny from the episode, "Happy Howlidays" from the 1986 series, and like Tiny is a nod to Tiny Tim, Kiki, who originally appeared in the episode "Olaf in Love", Lily, who originally appeared in the episode, "Kennel Kittens Return", and Bubbles, who also originally appeared in the series. Timmy and Kiki are both very kind and polite, Lily is sweet but very shy, and Bubbles is very cheerful and energetic.

 

Gladys and Gloria, the twin lady Dobermans who originally appeared in, "Hot Dawg"(I added their names). They're a little bit feisty, but very friendly.

 



And Ralph, the very apathetic dog who originally appeared in, "I Heard the Barks on Christmas Eve", and Napoleon, the parrot who first appeared in, "Squawk". Napoleon is not too trusting of the group a first, especially the cats, but they fortunately are able to convince him that they only have his best interest at heart.

 





 

  

The Way of the Luchadore

Here is a Pound Puppies fanfiction, which was a collab between fellow writer brave kid and I(He had the initial idea for the story and title, and I wrote it up), which is a continuation of a series he and I will be writing in the future. This story, BTW, contains several nods to the movie Nacho Libre, such as Niblet suggesting eating an eagle's egg to get stronger.). In this story, Madame Pickypuss, a cat belonging to a rich family, comes seeking the Pound Puppies and Kennel Kittens' help finding her wayward friend, a Chihuahua(Who looks very much like Squirt) named Cuddlesworth P. Wigglebottom. The dogs and cats aren't sure where to look, until they spot a masked Chihuahua by the name of Lucha Grande in a commercial for a Mexican restaurant, and opt to search there. No sooner do they go to look for him, however, than a pair of evil Lucha dogs challenge Lucky and Niblet to a wrestling match, which Lucha Grande volunteers to help train them for. Will Lucky and Niblet have what it takes to win the match? And where exactly is Cuddlesworth? Please enjoy!(This story, BTW, also contains several nods to the movie Nacho Libre, such as Niblet suggesting eating an eagle's egg to get stronger.)

Pound Puppies Generation Gap: A Case of Mistaken Secret Identity

BTW, here are a few pics of the story's characters:

Madame Pickypuss and her associate Cuddlesworth, both of whom originally appeared in the episode, "The Prince and the Pupper." Pickypuss' earrings are based on those of Violet Vanderfeller, and Cuddlesworth's monocle is based on that of Barkerville.

 

Lucha Grande, the mascot of Mucho Grande Taco and self-proclaimed Lucha expert, whose real name is revealed to be Antonio(He originally appeared in the episode, "Hot Dawg".) Though his training methods are fairly strange, they prove to come in handy later on.

 

Crusher the pitbull and Grinder the Rottweiler, an evil Lucha wrestling duo backed by the villainous Milton Feltwaddle, who confront the group in the restaurant and challenge Lucky and Niblet to a match. Though very strong, these two, fortunately for the good guys, are not very bright.

 

And the Ring Announcer cat, who announces the beginning of the match, as well as the somewhat accident-prone referee dog.

 

 

Just for fun, I've also added a picture of Niblet, who's just learned about hair vs. hair matches, and is afraid of getting shaved if he loses the match.(As he himself states, "A bald sheepdog ain't a pretty sight.)

 







 

 



Joke of the Week #86

Mom: "How did your first soccer game go, dear?"

Betty: "It went very well, Mom, but the other girls really need to learn how to share."

Mom: "Why's that?"

Betty: "They kept fighting the whole time over who gets the ball."

Christmas Special Showcase: Mickey's Christmas Carol

A timeless Christmas classic, in which Mickey and his friends, family, and foes act in a version of the famous Charles Dickens story. Please enjoy!

You can see it here!

Christmas Special Showcase: Alvin and the Chipmunks in Merry Christmas, Mr. Caroll!

In this humorous Christmas Carol parody, the famous helium-voiced rodents are preparing for Christmas, but Alvin is much more interested in the presents he'll be getting. When Alvin wrecks his lonely neighbor Mr. Carroll's flower garden, Mr. Carroll yells at him, inspiring Alvin to think that Mr. Carroll's nothing but an old grouch. With the help of the(Very familiar-looking!) ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future, however, Alvin may soon discover who the real Scrooge is in this situation. Please enjoy!

You can see it here!

 

 

And now that you've seen the special,

 

Buy the book on Amazon!

Joke of the Week #85

A little boy is visiting an art museum with his parents. When they enter the main room, he observes a sign reading, "ART OBJECTS." The boy taps his father on the shoulder and asks, "If art objects, why is he letting everyone look at his paintings?"

Funny Poem Showcase: Notice by Jon Agee

I hadn't even noticed.

Cartoon Showcase: Powerpuff Girls in Buttercrush and Fuzzy Logic

In these two classic episodes(On their fifteen-year anniversary), Buttercup first goes looking for love in all the wrong places when she falls for Gang Green Gang leader Ace, who plans to use this to his advantage in order to capture Buttercup's sisters. Can the green Powerpuff see through his façade and save her sisters before it's too late?

Then, when the ultra-possessive Fuzzy Lumpkins chases a squirrel off of his property and into Townsville, he goes on a rampage through town when the townspeople dare to touch his hat, boots et al. Can the girls put a stop to this wild man on the loose? Please enjoy!

 

 

 

Joke of the Week #83

Jane walks into a coffee shop and asks the barista, "How much is a doughnut and a cup of coffee?"

The barista replies, "A doughnut is 75 cents and a cup of coffee is $1.00."

Jane asks, "How much is a refill?"

"Refills are free."

"Well, in that case, I'd like a doughnut and a refill, please."

From Nickelodeon Magazine.

Hound. James Hound.

You only live twice(Nine times if you're a cat).

 

 

WOOHOO! 350 POSTS!!! WAHOO! YAY! HOORAY! WEEHEE! Wah...ah ahem, where as I? Oh yes...

 

Here is a Pound Puppies fanfiction, which was a collab between fellow writer brave kid and I(He had the initial idea for the story, and I wrote it up), which is the fourth in a series he and I will be writing in the future. In this story, which is a nod to the episode, "Secret Agent Pup" from the 1986 series, The Super Secret Pup Club come across a little Russian pup named Yakov, who's on the run from some spies, as they pass by the harbor. The pups bring Yakov to the pound, where he's welcomed with open arms by the Pound Puppies and Kennel Kittens, who promise to watch his back. But when Cupcake gets kidnapped by the spies, it's up to the group, along with secret agent Bondo("Just Bondo.") to save her! Please enjoy!

 

Pound Puppies Generation Gap: Spies We Like

 

 

 

BTW, here are a few pics of the story's characters:

 

Yakov, the friendly little Russian pup who first appeared in the episode, "The Pups Who Loved Me." His appearance is based slightly on that of Pupnik from the episode, "Secret Agent Pup," and, like Pupnik, his collar plays an important part in the storyline.

 

Secret agent Bondo, who helps(and occasionally hinders) the group on their mission to find Cupcake, Millicent, who designs various gadgets at Bondo's headquarters, and the bulldog guy, who operates the elevator leading to the headquarters, all of whom also first appeared in, "The Pups Who Loved Me."

 

And last but not least, Goldclaw, the evil mastermind who seeks Yakov's collar for his master plan(Who is a nod to Clawfinger in "Secret Agent Pup."), Puss-Puss Galore, Goldclaw's second-in-command, and the two spy cats Noodles and Precious, who serve as their henchmen. (Puss-Puss and the Siamese cats also first appeared in "The Pups Who Loved Me.")

 







Joke of the Week #82

Jeff: "I was going to serve green beans for dinner, but I accidentally dropped them."

Sally: "So what are you serving now?"

Jeff: "Squash."

From Nickelodeon Magazine.

 

But do they have a (driver's) license?

Thanksgiving Special Showcase: Popeye in Pilgrim Popeye

In this amusing special, the famous sailor has adopted a pet turkey, which his nephews, unfortunately, want to have for Thanksgiving dinner!(GLEEP! :-O) Hoping to convince the kids to spare his feathered friend's life, Popeye tells them the tale of how a turkey saved his life one Thanksgiving day. Please enjoy!

Thanksgiving Special Showcase: Yakko, Wakko, and Dot in Turkey Jerky and The Little Bluebird in Wild Blue Yonder

In this humorous Thanksgiving special, Miles Standish pursues a turkey for the first Thanksgiving dinner at Plymouth Rock, little knowing that this particular turkey is the pet of Native Americans Yakko, Wakko, and Dot, who are determined to keep him from ending up on the dinner table.

In the second segment, a little bluebird mistakes a passing fighter jet for his mother and follows after it...But will he soon discover the truth? Please enjoy!

Ride 'Em Cow...Horse?

I'm an old cowhand

From the Rio Grande

But my legs ain't bowed,

And my cheeks ain't tanned,

I'm a cowboy who never saw a cow,

Never roped a steer 'cause I don't know how,

Sure ain't a'fixin' t'start in now,

Yippy-I-Oh-Ki-Ay,

Yippy-I-Oh-Ki-Ay.

 

 

Here is a My Little Pony fanfiction of mine, which is based on the comic "Pizen Springs Dude Ranch" from the Donald Duck compilation, Lost in the Andes. In this story, Applejack's family ranch has been plagued by a cattle rustler; Rainbow Dash and the little Cutie Mark Crusaders assist by looking after the ranch while she's away, but this rustler is much trickier than first anticipated, and keeps getting the jump on Dash! When push comes to shove, it may be up to the kids to save the day. Please enjoy!

 

 

Deep in the Heart of Equestria

 

 

 

BTW, here's a picture of the cattle rustler pony in and out of her disguise. Pathetic though her disguise may seem, she still somehow manages to trick Dash every time.

"Hmm, I see a lot of horses, but I don't see any thieves." (I couldn't resist. :-D)

 

 

 



 



Malt Shop Memories

We go together, like Rama-Lama-Lama-Ka-Dingity-Ding-De-Dong,

Remembered forever as Shoo-Bop-Shoo-Wadda-Wadda-Yippity-Boom-Da-Boom,

Chang-Chang-Changity-Chang-Shoo-Bop, That's the way it should beeeee,

Wa-ooh-yeah!

 

We're one of a kind, like Dip-Da-Dip-Da-Dip-Do-Wop-A-Dooby-Doo,

Our names are signed, "Boogity-Boogity-Boogity-Boogity-Shooby-Doo-Wa-Choo-Wa,"

Chang-Chang-Changity-Chang-Shoo-Bop, We'll always beeee like one,

Wa-Wa-Wa-O-One.

 

Here is a Pound Puppies fanfiction, which is the third in a series created by fellow writer brave kid and me. In this story, which is a nod to the movie Pound Puppies and the Legend of Big Paw, a technical malfunction with Strudel's time machine sends the Pound Puppies and their kitty pals back to 1959; while trying to figure out how to get home again, they meet some new friends, try to foil a villain's plan to steal the artifact that provides Puppy Power, and contend with a mysterious creature in the woods. Please enjoy!

 

Pound Puppies Generation Gap: Back to the '50s

 

BTW, here are a few pictures of the story's characters:

 

The Pound Puppies in their '50s garb. Lucky's outfit mirrors that of Cooler in the movie, only with the colors reversed, and Cookie's is similar to that of Charlemange.

 

 

The Kennel Kittens in their '50s outfits. Squeak's garb very much conveys his tough persona.

 

 

The Super Secret Pup Club in their '50s clothes. Cupcake's outfit is a color swap of Brighteyes' outfit in the movie, and Patches' outfit is a color swap of Whopper's.

 

 

Sparky, who in the present day helps Strudel with her time machine; like his friend Mr. Nut Nut, he's also not completely all there.

 

Niblet's girlfriend Giblet(Who first appeared in the episode, "When Niblet met Giblet.") in her present day outfit and somewhat simplified '50s outfit. Like her boyfriend, she also is not completely all there.

 

Twiggy(Who first appeared in the episode, "Taboo.") gives the group a guided tour of the pound and the museum when they first arrive in the '50s. Barlow(Who first appeared in the episode, "Barlow.") is quite lackadaisical, but also very polite.

 

 

Prince(Who first appeared in the episode, "Fright at the Museum.") is the resident "smart one" at this new pound. His appearance is a combination of those of Howler and Hairball in the movie.

 

Bobo, Chauncey, and Camellia(The former two of whom first appeared in the episode, "Once a Ralph, Always a Ralph," and the latter first appeared in the episode, "There's Something About Camellia.") are three pups whom the Pup Club quickly befriend. Bobo is a cheerful, energetic little fellow, Chauncey is a polite, classy sort, and Camellia is friendly and amiable, but likes to imitate people(Though this trait of hers might come in handy later...)

 

 

Miss Petunia the mama Golden Retriever, and her three little puppy children(Who frst appeared in the episode, "Pound Preemies; I added the name Lulu.) She's similar to Colette, the mother dog from the movie, in both looks and personality.

 



Luke and Maddie, the two Tammy and Jeff-esque teenagers who run the new pound.

 

Martin McEvil, this story's Marvin McNasty-esque villain who plans to steal the Rosetta Bone, which enables Puppy Power, and take over the world.

 

 

McEvil's hopelessly inadequate(And ironically named) henchmen, Slim and Jumbo. Their appearances are based on those of two certain dognappers, and their personalities mirror those of Lumpy and Bones, McNasty's henchmen; Slim's appearance is also based slightly on that of Lloyd the dogcatcher from Disney's Bolt.*

 

 

And last but by no means least is the Saspooch. Similar to Big Paw, this legendary creature was said to have guarded the Rosetta Bone in ancient Egypt. However, he's said to only be a myth...or is he?

 

 

*More on that movie later...























 

 

 

 

Happy Anniversary, Mickey Mouse and Powerpuff Girls!

 

Today marks the 85th anniversary of a certain famous mouse, and the 15th anniversary of three certain famous little superheroes. Whether by magically manipulating mops or mashing monsters, these folks have made the world of cartoons and movies a better place. Happy anniversary, Mickey, Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup! Here's to many more wonderful years. :)

 

 

So, once again, cartoons are saved, thanks...to the Powerpuff Girls...with help from Mickey Mouse.

Joke of the Week #81

A long time ago, in medieval England, two knights, one tall and one short, are riding out into the mountains to battle a dragon. As they reach the outside of the dragon's cave, the short knight turns to his associate and says, "I'm going in after the dragon. You just wait out here in case he comes out."

"Sure thing." the tall knight obliges, upon which the short knight disembarks his horse and traipses inside.

After wandering through the darkness for a few minutes, the short knight hears a loud rumbling roar and looks up to see the dragon, smoke pouring from his nostrils, staring him right in the face. "Say," the short knight says. "I'll be that I can prove to you that dragons don't exist."

"All right." the beast agrees, upon which the short knight takes a pocket dictionary out of a pocket in his armor and hands it to the dragon. The dragon puts on his reading glasses and pores over the dictionary, "Hmm, alligators, apes, armadillos...bats, beagles, bears...ferrets, frogs, foxes...geckos, giraffes, gorillas...lemmings, lemurs, llamas...newts, nightingales, nutrias...opossums, ostriches, otters...skunks, snakes, sparrows...tigers, toads, turtles...walruses, whales, wolves...zebras, zebus, zorillas. Nope, no dragons." And with that, the dragon disappears in a puff of smoke.

As the short knight leaves the cave he's greeted by his associate, who's pleased to see him unharmed. "How did you ever defeat that awful dragon?"

"Oh, wasn't a big deal, really, I just proved to him that dragon's don't exist. By the way, could we stop by the local pet store on our way home? I promised my wife a phoenix for her birthday."

   

Funny Video Showcase: The Saddest Inanimate Objects In The World

Giving new meaning to the term, "Objects of Amusement", this video showcases photos of several inanimate objects which appear to have sad faces, set, appropriately enough, to a humorous rap/ hip-hop song. Please enjoy!

Poor things, they look like they could use a hug...on second thought, considering that two of said items are a cactus and a rock respectively, that probably wouldn't be such a good idea after all! Maybe just some encouraging words?

Funny Poem Showcase: From the Sublime to the Ridiculous to the Sublimely Ridiculous to the Ridiculously Sublime by Jack Prelutsky

They actually felt the need to write this down, ladies and gentlemen.

Joke of the Week #80

Sam: "Excuse me, but why doesn't that antelope have any antlers?"

Zookeeper: "There are many reasons why an antelope might not have antlers. Some grow antlers late in life, others might lose them in a fight, and then there are certain species that simply aren't supposed to have antlers. This antelope doesn't have antlers because it's a donkey."

From Nickelodeon Magazine.

Music Showcase: Midnight Blue by Melissa Manchester

A sweet, moving, and slightly mysterious love song, complete with photos of beautiful flowers. Please enjoy!

Life's a Circus for Whopper

 

Here is a Pound Puppies fanfiction of mine, which is based on this Tom and Jerry cartoon, and is named after this Tom and Jerry cartoon. In this story, Whopper is chased around a local circus by the dogcatcher Dabney Nabbit, until he meets a kindly elephant named Jumbo, and helps remove a tack from her foot. Jumbo is duly grateful for this, and in return for Whopper's kindness, protects him from the ever persistant Nabbit. Please enjoy!

 

Whopper and Jumbo

 

 



BTW, here is a picture of Jumbo. She's a very gentle sort, but when her friends are in danger, she won't back down for a second!

Joke of the Week #79: Halloween Special

A teenage boy comes in to a costume shop and says, "I'm looking for a costume for a Halloween party I'm going to this evening. Is there anything you'd reccommend?"

"Well," says the cashier. "How about a knight costume? I can give you a metal suit of armor, a silk cape, and a real sword for $50."

The boy hadn't wanted to spend quite that much, so he asked the cashier if he might have something a little cheaper. "Well," the cashier replies. "I can give you one with plastic armor, a cloth cape, and a rubber sword for $25."

This was still a bit more than the boy had wanted to spend, so he asked if the cashier might have something cheaper still. "Well," the cashier replies. "I can give you one with cloth armor, a felt cape, and a cardboard sword for $10."

This was still a little too expensive, so the boy asked one more time if there might be anything cheaper still. "Well," says the cashier. "For $5 I can give you a can of red paint, a paintbrush, and a broomstick."

"Well, that sounds good, but what kind of costume is it?" the boy inquires.

"You can brush the paint on your head, put the broomstick in your mouth, and go as a candy apple."

From Nickelodeon Magazine.

The Headless Dogcatcher is Coming!

Just when you thought it was safe to go back to the junkyard...

 

Here is a Pound Puppies fanfiction, which was a collab between fellow writer brave kid and I(He had the initial idea for the story and title, and I wrote it up), which is a continuation of a series he and I will be writing in the future, which began with our first story, "A Walk on the Flip Side." In this story, the Pound Puppies are planning a Halloween party, which the Super Secret Pup Club are very excited about; presently, Squirt comes by and tells the pups the story of the Headless Dogcatcher, who wears a pumpkin for a head and roams the streets at night, nabbing any dogs or cats he can find and taking them away forever. The pups are quite scared by this, until their old friend Freddie comes by, claiming not to be scared, upon which Cupcake holds a wager with him to stay in the junkyard where the dogcatcher was last seen all night. But will they end up with more than they bargained for? Please enjoy, and a hap-ha-Happy Halloween to all!

 

Pound Puppies Generation Gap: The Tail of the Headless Dogcatcher

 

 

BTW, here are a few pics of the story's characters:

 

 

Freddie, the friendly but scary-looking pup who first appreared in the episode, "Nightmare on Pound Street." His Halloween-based outfit very much conveys his personality.



 

Here also is a pic of the Pup Club, dressed as the members of their favorite superhero team the Canine Crusaders for Halloween, and striking heroic poses. Patches is dressed as his favorite hero Captain Mongrel, Rebound as her favorite hero Madame Woof, and Cupcake as her favorite hero Lady Rova. In the story, they wear these costumes when going to the junkyard, with the notion that the Headless Dogcatcher wouldn't dare tangle with superheroes!



Book Review: Little Wolf's Haunted Hall for Small Horrors by Ian Whybrow

 Here's a review of the third volume of this very cool and highy underrated series.

 

Little Wolf's Uncle Bigbad, proving that he won't let a little thing like death stop him, has returned as a ghost with many dark and spooky powers, and LW, along with his buddies Yeller, Stubbs, and guest pest Smellybreff, who plan to open a Scare School to help little critters get their scream on, persuade him to be their "School Spirit." Uncle Bigbad obliges, but, apparently being just as untrustworthy as he was in life, he makes things too scary, and ends up scaring the pants off of their students...

...literally!



 



 

Uncle Bigbad makes a wager with the group, promising to share his power of finding lost treasure with them if they can find someone who can stand up to him for five minutes. LW searches high and low, before coming across a bear cub named Normus who's super-strong, brave, and a bit of a bully. Normus proves to be more than a match for Uncle Bigbad's dark powers, but this endeavor may end up being more trouble than it's worth, because Normus spends most of his time bullying and bashing LW and his friends. Can Little and his crew get Normus on their side in time to win the bet?

Not only is that rude, but also very unsanitary! :-p

 

 

 

My thoughts: One of the more interesting books in this series with many exciting moments. This volume gives us our first in-depth look at the various denizens of the Frettning Forest(turtles, lions, bats, alligators, weasels et al.) as well as more of the various surrounding areas. Normus' briefly-seen family are good, well-written characters, as is, of course, Uncle Bigbad. I must admit that Mister Twister's unexplained villain status does still bug me a little bit, but other than this, I had no major complaints. All in all, an excellent and very enjoyable addition to this series, and a must-have for any Little Wolf aficionado.

 

 

Buy it on Amazon!