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Sheldon Cooper Tells a Riddle

What would you call the young hatchling, for fun,
Of a buzzard crossed with a flamingo?
The answer is moot ’cause it couldn’t be done,
So the joke is on you: Buzzingo!

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(For the Buzzards and Flamingos contest sponsored by Anthony Slausin.)

Explanation, for those who might need it:
Sheldon Cooper is the nerdy character on the TV sitcom "The Big Bang Theory" who popularized using the word "Bazinga!" to signify you've played a joke on someone. So, yeah, this poem is pretty much only for people who enjoy a pun-induced groan. :-)
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Wolf Avatar
January 20, 2019 at 1:22 PM
Clever, clever, cleverest! Of the cleverest, this may be the Mt. Everest! Nicely done! ~ Gershon
Morris Avatar
January 20, 2019 at 1:34 PM
:-)
Devonshire Avatar
January 13, 2019 at 5:52 PM
Well, I LOVE young Sheldon and laughed out loud upon finishing your poem. Very, and I mean VERY, creative entry for the contest. I bet Anthony will love it just as I do. You amaze me, Ed. You're like that quiet kid in class who grows up to be a stand-up comedian. Hugs, Carolyn
Morris Avatar
January 13, 2019 at 5:59 PM
:-)
Devonshire Avatar
January 13, 2019 at 5:57 PM
I curtsy to your muse!
Morris Avatar
January 13, 2019 at 5:55 PM
Thanks, Carolyn. Sometimes a silly pun is the best my muse can muster. :-)
Devonshire Avatar
January 13, 2019 at 5:53 PM
BUZZINGO!
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