I love those adages. They paint a vivid picture and can get a point across in a direct and humorus way. It is interesting to think about the things that make us laugh.
Earlier today I read what was billed as the world's most "Universally funny joke". I'm not sure if it is or not. When I first read it I chuckled a little bit. When I read it to my wife, she just gave me a look that said: Why did you just waste my time telling me that? So for better or worse here it is, you can judge for yourself!
“Two hunters are out in the woods when one of them collapses. He’s not breathing and his eyes are glazed, so his friend calls 911. ‘I think my friend is dead! What should I do?’ The operator replies, ‘Calm down, sir. I can help. First make sure that he’s dead.’ There’s a silence, then a loud bang. Back on the phone, the guy says, ‘Ok, now what?’â€