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The Hockey Mask and Mug Of Syrup Were Also Excellent Clues

Student #1: So what do you think, eh?
Student #2: Are you Canadian?
Student #1: Why in the world are you asking me that? Is it because I said “eh”?
Student #2: Well, yeah.
Student #1: That is a total misconception! Not all Canadians end sentences with the word “eh”! I can’t believe you think that!
Student #2: (thinking it over) So are you?
Student #1: Canadian? Yes.

Wabash
Chicago, Illinois

Overheard by: Laughing as I pass

A Confusion Often Found in Young Big Bad Wolves

Mom: Can you sit there and be mommy’s good boy just a little longer? We’re almost done shopping.
Boy: No. I’m not your good boy. I’m not your good boy anymore.
Mom: Oh you aren’t? Then will you be a big boy for me?
Boy: No, I’m not your big boy! I’m not your big boy, and I’m not your good boy anymore.
Mom: Oh really, then what are you?
Boy: I’m a grandma!

http://overheardinpdx.blogspot.com/2008/08/read-too-much-shirley-maclaine.html

Overheard by: kari