Proving to be a fast learner – parrot fashion

Mar 24 2008 by Andrew Baldwin, Huddersfield Daily Examiner

JOHN was given a parrot for his birthday. Unfortunately the parrot had a bad attitude and swore a lot. He tried to re-educate it, but nothing worked. The parrot remained obnoxious.

At last he lost his temper and yelled at the parrot and the parrot yelled back. In desperation John put it in the freezer. For a few seconds the bird squawked and yelled and blasphemed and then went deadly quiet. John thought he might have damaged the bird and quickly opened the freezer door. It hopped out on to his arm.

“I believe I may have offended you with my rude language and actions,” it said. “I'm sincerely remorseful for my inappropriate transgressions and I fully intend to do everything I can to correct my rude and unforgivable behaviour.”

John was amazed and delighted at the change. As he was about to ask what had caused the apology the bird said, “By the way, may I ask what the turkey did?” (Boom, boom).