Looks like our senses of humor aren't on the same wavelength, or some of our regulars are on vacation. We thought Conan the Enforcer and the curious moose were pretty funny, but we didn't get a lot of comments.
This recap looks back at some of our most commented upon recent posts so you all can settle the disputes of who has the funniest captions in the land.
One more thing: We're looking for suggestions for theme weeks we can run here at Caption Call. We had mild success with Santa Week around Christmastime and with Fashion Week a while back. If you've got any funny photo trends we should be on the lookout for, let us know.
Without further ado, your funny captions of the week.....
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Caption Call is coming up on its first birthday, and our loyal captioners (as well as a few new faces here and there) keep making it an entertaining venture for us from week to week. Our personal favorite photo from last week showed a kid getting a snail facial; turns out he was going for a world record and not just a Caption Call hall of fame photo. Click on to see which captions from last week we thought were the funniest.
From chanteuse Susan Boyle to Borgs in love, it was an eclectic week here at Caption Call. Click the link below to see if your funny captions won our contest.
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Thanks, devoted and newbie Caption Callers alike, for a funny week. Click the link below to see if your entries are finalists in our weekly funny caption contest.
Last week was quite the week for Caption Call. Welcome to readers of other baltimoresun.com blogs Charm City Moms, Ring Posts and Z on TV who helped get the word out there about how fun Caption Call can be. Let's keep up that momentum.
But for now, let's look back at the funniest captions from the past week. And as a warning, there were so many quality captions this week we are going to highlight more than usual. Keep it coming!
This model, who apparently uses the same stylist as infamous prop comic Carrot Top, strutted the runway for John-Paul Gaultier's recent fall-winter collection in Paris. (AP photo)
He looks like he stole Jim Morrison's pants, Mr. Rogers' sweater, and sideshow Bob's hair.
Submitted by Dave to the P
Sports fans can be a bit wacky when pledging their undying allegiance to their team of choice. The Arizona Cardinals fans in this Getty Images photo seem to still be standing behind their team despite a Super Bowl loss.
Phyllis was absolutely aghast when Irma showed up wearing the exact same outfit...
Submitted by D.Keefer
Clearly this picture is from BEFORE the game. If after, the crests would be fallen.
Submitted by Larry Yungk
Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow (what a surprise!) and now we're doomed with six more weeks of winter. Well, six weeks from Groundhog Day, so actually just five more. We try to take comfort in the little things, folks (AP photo)
By the power of Punxsutawney Phil, I have the power! Pux Phil and the Master of 6 More Weeks of Winter!
Submitted by D (Shameless He-Man references are most welcome, D)
"Put me down and unhand me, you beefy & leather-lunged fool! What do you think I am? The Vince Lombardi Trophy?"
Submitted by Attila the Hon
Who can't help but feel bad for this poor little puppy? It's actually getting a checkup after being rescued from Hurricane Ike-ravaged Texas. We hope it got reunited with its owner. (Getty Images)
This picture, taken by hidden camera, clearly shows the shame on the face of Roger Clemens' puppy, "Slider."
Submitted by D.Keefer
i thots this was the sPca...
Submitted by D'oh!
The garbage-can-clad protester in this Getty Images photo is raging against a trash-burning facility in Moscow. But we think garbage cans like this would scare away Baltimore's rat population, but probably only if the legs and arms were included.
Citing erratic behavior and dialated pupils, Baltimore Police have arrested Mr. Bin on suspicion of recycling cocaine.
Submitted by Andy
Spongebob's half brother, Plastic-Recycling-Container Bob Squarepants, is always getting into trouble. He's the green sheep of the family.
Submitted by Dave to the P
We've got to give special kudos to Caption Call regular Pie Snelson for bringin' it back and making a timely caption for our picture of Michael Phelps announcing his now-defunct Kelloggs endorsement deal after that incriminating bong photo. (AP photo)
"If Kellogg's is dropping me, I'm dropping them. They never did satisfy the munchies anyway. So good riddance."
Submitted by Pie Snelson
This gives us a good excuse to point out the little search box at the bottom of the blog's right-hand rail where you can search our archives for people and things we've mentioned in previous Caption Calls, in case you're looking for a particular type of photo to comment on.
As a Buffalo native, we've got a special place in our heart for a good chicken wing. But this guy's got it made! Put on your thinking cap and write us a funny caption for today's photo of a wing eater's paradise.
Leave it to the Europeans to make fundraising fun. In this AP photo, folks dressed as Star Wars characters collect money for one of Poland's most popular charities.
For $3.50, we'll give you a box of Wookies.
Submitted by Bruce Alter
(Wookies ... err, cookies never used to be expensive when we were in Girl Scouts, Bruce)
South Korea has its own navy underwater demolition team, as evidenced in this AP photo. We never could have guessed that.
Baltimore calls in the reserves to help remove the massive amounts of snow dumped on the city today. All reserves come equipped with goggles, reserve air tanks, and semi-automatic flame throwers that ensure the snow never comes back.
Submitted by Matt
Do they really expect us to do the Thriller dance in this suit? Really
Submitted by D
This lucky gent is measuring the length of dancers' legs before they try to break the record of the longest row of dancers sitting toe-to-toe. How well connected do you have to be to get that job? (Getty Images)
When he applied for the job of Chief Hem Inspector, Saul thought he would be visiting Catholic high schools, not the Miss Gay American drag pagent.
Submitted by Cait
The Second Story Guys were the halftime entertainment at a recent game between the Atlanta Hawks and Chicago Bulls. (Getty Images)
The real tough part is trying to get into the men's room!
Submitted by Vince Schuman
Tom Cruise was in South Korea to promote "Valkyrie." Is that still in the theaters? (AP photo)
On a recent trip to China, Tom Cruise introduced the time-honored American tourist tradition of people taking pictures of people taking pictures of people taking pictures.
Submitted by Cait
Tom Cruise poses for a photo with the 2009 Japanese Female Text-Messaging Team...
Submitted by D.Keefer
We're not sure if it's the Sideshow Bob-esque hair, the Carrot Top reference or a love of male models, but today's picture of a redheaded model on the runway has already gotten a lot of attention. Join the conversation by leaving us your funny caption for the pic. Happy captioning!
The man in this Getty Images photo is one of many participants in a Christmas swim on Lake Geneva in Geneva, Switzerland. Wonder if it was colder than our own Polar Bear Plunge?
The recession spawns a new sport - Moneyboarding.
Submitted by D.Dean
His shrink ray perfected, the villainous Dr. Tiny didn't count on the bank vault's faulty sprinkler system...
Submitted by D.Keefer
We still can't stop laughing every time we see the expression on this woman's face. She's chopping wood in Bulgaria, in case you wanted to know. (Getty Images)
Hey you kids! Get outta my yard!
Submitted by Tony N (One of our favorite phrases, Tony. Well done.)
no tv and no beer make homer something something
Submitted by d (Go crazy? Don't mind if I do!)
All of last week's inauguration madness didn't disappoint in providing us pictures of politicians looking slightly wacky. Here, former arch rivals John McCain and President Obama meet at a bipartisan dinner. (Getty Images)
I'm just a wild and crazy guy!
Submitted by Marleen May
The woman dresses as an alien in this AP photo was spotted during the UFO Festival in Roswell, N.M. Someone should tell her that her face is peeling off.
We-are-from-France.
Submitted by Patti
"Alright, designers, you have your challenge. Now make it work, people!"
Submitted by D.Keefer (What would Tim Gunn do?)
Zog always visits the Earth around Mardi Gras, because he just loves that song When the Saints Go Martian In.
Submitted by Larry Yungk
In this Getty Images photo, President Obama is sworn in for the second time by Chief Justice Roberts. Maybe they should have used a teleprompter in the first place so this didn't have to happen.
The first order of change in the white house, switch the fist bump to the high five.
Submitted by Matthew
"See, you got it. I told you, if I can teach Sarkozy Rock-Paper-Scissors and teach W to sing and dance to $5 Footlongs, you know I can teach you the High-five, Low-five, Booty-bump routine."
Submitted by Pie Snelson (Thanks for giving us an excuse to bring back some classic political Caption Calls, Pie!)
Keep flexing those funny bones, everyone, and leave us a funny caption for today's picture of some Star Wars' favorite villians begging to some townsfolk.
Apparently in Belgrade, there's a festival called "Street of Open Heart" on New Year's Day, but the caption with this AP photo didn't say much more than that. Maybe the actual meaning of this event was just lost in caption translation.
German engineers make break through in development of fog light technology.
Submitted by Matthew
The elephant in this Getty Images photo is a daily spectacle in his zoo in Colombo, doing tricks and entertaining spectators.
You would think there's an easier way to pick up that peanut...
Submitted by Derek
The entertainment is lined up for George Bush's farewell White House dinner.
Submitted by Patti
We're going to miss all of the silly faces photographers have captured President Bush in over the years. This gem was from his farewell press conference last week. (AP photo)
President Bush, after yet another shoe attack, is seen here commenting on the rancid nature of the projectile.
Submitted by HarryH
The first of our duo of presidents with babies: President Bush holds a screaming baby at arms length during a trip to Peoria, Ill. (AP photo)
Settle down pardner, I'm just checking you for WMD's.
Submitted by patriot (Bonus points for the spelling of "pardner")
The youngest Secret Service agent ever wailed as one shoe after another bounced off of his back
Submitted by Russ Taylor
More babies with presidents, except this time Barack Obama's made out of wax at Madame Tussauds in Berlin. And thanks for making the obvious jokes about change with regards to the baby's diaper. (AP photo)
That Chef Duff at Charm City Cakes has really outdone himself this time, hasn't he?. Happy Birthday, sweetheart.
Submitted by Bryan Pugh
"Mommy, I like Mr. Obama as much as the next guy, but the Obama pin you put on my hat is sticking me in the head!"
Submitted by Pie Snelson
Whether you found any of these winners funny or not, try your luck at coming up with a caption of a man using his novelty money as his only means of staying afloat.
The tourists in this Getty Images photo are taking in the thermal baths at one of Europe's largest spa complexs located in Budapest. It looks pretty awkawrd to us.
Order of Elks forced to revoke the charter of Lodge 7483 after strip chess photos surface. Local seniors outraged.
Submitted by Matthew
A shortage of bishops leads to incomplete chess games after allegations of rampant speedo stuffing.
Submitted by Josh Otten
We realize this Getty Images photo was pretty hard to put a caption to, but thanks to those who tried. These masked folks are actually protesting climate change.
Do you think we're overdressed for our audience with the Queen?
Submitted by Patti
Ouch! This AP photo from a WBC heavyweight boxing world championship fight in Berlin made their best images of the year recap, and we agree.
"I hoped you saved enough room...FOR MY FIST!"
Submitted by Matthew
If the glove hits you must a - quit.
Submitted by Quinn
We love pictures of wacky international soccer fans, and this guy from a recent match between Ivory Coast and Israel was no disappointment. (AP photo)
A contestant gives it his all at the final round of the International Fart Contest.
Submitted by D. Dean (OK, so we're suckers for potty humor)
Never one to pass on a double-dog dare, Bennie attempts to swallow his own lips...
Submitted by D.Keefer (What if it had been a triple-dog dare? Eek!)
A cat on a roof in Belgrade. What more can we say about this Getty Images photo?
WHAR IZ MA SKIIS?
Submitted by Patti (bonus points for the lolcat-ism)
Tigger took one more step, the snow fell from the eaves triggering an avalanche that buried the entire village - it was a cat-a-climb-ism.
Submitted by Larry Yungk
Be sure to test your caption-writing skills on today's picture of an oddly decorated vehicle.
This photo (a left-over from Santa Week) from a German youth soccer match pitted Team Angels against Team Santa Claus. That seems like more of a fair fight than good versus evil. (AP photo)
The first-ever soccer game sponsored by both Keebler and Victoria's Secret...
Submitted by D.Keefer
These Florida officers are catching speeders as part of a campaign to thwart dangerous driving. We're not clear exactly what the Grinch has to do with speeding, but it was enough of a hook to get them in Caption Call. (Getty Images)
It's a dark day in Whoville, no one will play. It's been quite dreary since Santa's away. The Grinch has come down from his high mountain top and with him he's brought Gary the Cop. No gifts and no music, no laughter not ever. No dancing, no prancing- this is the worst Christmas ever!
Submitted by Cait (Bonus points to you for rhyming)
Alexander Artemev reacts in this AP photo as he dismounts during U.S. Olympic trials this past summer. Hope he didn't pull anything.
OUCH! My cup runneth over!
Submitted by Phyllis Reinhard
Oh smack! Did I remember to unplug the iron before I left home?
Submitted by Pie Snelson (This is a winner just because "oh smack" is a far too underused phrase)
Poor Hillary Clinton isn't the most photogenic former presidential candidate out there. She got a little too excited in this Getty Images photo from the New Year's Eve ball drop in NYC's Times Square, thus creating this perfect Caption Call moment.
Yay, it's 2009! Only three more years to go until I can try again!
Submitted by Patti
Don't be discouraged if your captions didn't make the cut. Try again with today's photo of an unusual naked chess match.
Thanks to everyone who played along with Santa Week here at Caption Call. Here's a look back at our favorite captions of the week.
Santa was used here as part of a campaign to encourage people to get annual checkups. This doctor declared the big man "fit for duty" but did he really pass the physical? (AP photo)
"Keep this up and you'll be getting a colostomy bag for Christmas."
Submitted by Matthew
South Koreans in this Getty Images photo are going through Santa Claus school. Maybe they didn't get the memo that Santa's a guy, not a bubbly girl wearuing a red nose.
Okay ladies, repeat after me, " Oh, I"m his niece form Ohio visiting for the weekend."
Submitted by Vince Schuman
Santa makes his way to a German post office to pick up the scores of letters mailed to him this year. Hope those kids are strong enough to carry them. (AP photo)
Britney decides to send her boys to the Jolie-Pitts for Christmas...and maybe they'll adopt them. too.
Submitted by Phyllis Reinhard
In this Getty Images photo, Santa's at his satellite office above the Arctic Circle to listen to this child's request. Hope he was asking for something good to have traveled all that way.
Last year Santa skimped on the gifts. This year Little Jimmy was given 4 espressos before meeting Father Christmas.
Submitted by Cait
What a jetsetter that Santa is. He's skydiving in this AP photo to promote a Christmas festival near Sydney, Australia. We wish we had Santa's travel budget.
Ok, Mr. Smarty Pants Elf! What's next? Now that you've gotten us thrown out of Santa's sleigh.
Submitted by Pie Snelson
We decided to keep Santa Week going just one more day. Write a funny caption for this AP photo of Santa's soccer skills.
The violinist in this Getty Images photo is part of a living art installation in Perth, Australia. We never did quite understand modern art.
The Papparazi finally get a photo op with the guy who plays the tension music in the "LOST" series.
Submitted by Jeff Wellman
President Bush's shoe incident was all over the news last week, and since he wasn't hurt, we figure it was fair game to make fun of. And looks like our Caption Call regulars had a field day with it, too. (AP photo)
Gee, the last time this happened, Dick Cheney told me I was lucky he didn't have his shotgun with him.
Submitted by Vince Schuman
"That's it? Where's my pipe and the morning paper?"
Submitted by D.Keefer
The organizers of World Toilet Day took the theme a bit far when they prepared for a recent press conference. We would have rather stood, no mater how clean the seats were. (Getty Images)
After last year's fiasco, the planners of the Berlin Chili Festival are prepared for anything.
Submitted by Cait
Tom Cruise's altercation with Matt Lauer last year helped Americans learn the definition of the word "glib." Last week they had a rematch on The Today Show and things turned ugly ... ok, well not really. (AP photo)
Winner gets to mud-wrestle Willard Scott.
Submitted by Bruce Alter
Matt Lauer is a shoo-in, seeing as how he, along with W, has earned his green wrist band in Marshall Arts.
Submitted by Pie Snelson (bonus points, Pie, for referencing a Caption Call classic -- Bush teaching a kid how to fist bump)
Jack Black seems like he'll do anything for a laugh, even get down to his skivvies as he did in this AP photo while hosting the sixth annual Video Game Awards.
Calvin Klein's answer to Dove 's Real Beauty commercial fails miserably!
Submitted by Phyllis Reinhard
Jack Black strips down to prove, once and for all, that briefs are better. (Especially better than those white on red, polka dot boxers that Ned wears!)
Submitted by Pie Snelson (Again, Pie, with the classic nod to our picture of the unsexiest runway model ever)
We've got our own special holiday gift for all the Caption Callers out there. In celebration of jolly ol' St. Nick, we've declared it Santa Week with a new funny Santa picture each day. Have at it!
The German car in this Getty Images photo is the flattest car allowed for public circulation. But how many MPG does it get?
Proving once again the quality of european engineering, Greta and her child emerge unscathed after an errant bank vault is dropped on their Volvo.
Submitted by D.Keefer
Gotta love the action of a rodeo ... well, unless you're the guy on the horse in this AP photo.
I can't believe I paid 5 tickets for that ride...
Submitted by Dennis Seabolt
This woman used her tiny pooch as an accessory during a Millionaires Fair in Moscow. We can't tell if the dog is tired out from being dressed up, or taking out his revenge on his owner for being dressed up. Your call (Getty Images)
dogferatu
Submitted by dkh735
The unbearably cute "Count Kibble" finds yet another unsuspecting victim...
Submitted by D.Keefer
We've been holding on for a while to this AP photo of Whoopi Goldberg at a celebrity softball game at the old Yankee Stadium. Makes us think of summer beer league softball instead of real baseball for some reason.
According to celebrity softball tournament rules, four balls entitles the batter to sashay to first base...
Submitted by D.Keefer (on fire this week! well done, D.)
Ok, we admit it. We have an addiction to "The Hills." So a chance to make fun of Heidi Montag, her new husband Spencer Pratt and his creepy flesh beard, we couldn't say no. Here they are with jolly ol' St. Nick himself at some celebrity ski event in Utah. (Getty Images)
Kenny Rogers decides to dress in a flashy style in hopes that it will keep the Paparazzi from constantly commenting on his extreme face lift.
Submitted by Phyllis Reinhard
No one ever suspected that the Jolly Old Elf, in a moment of insanity, would push Heidi and Spencer down the slope. Witnesses report hearing Santa yell, "Jordan was such a great guy!" as he ran for his sleigh.
Submitted by Cait (That was one for the true old school Hills fans. By the way, what ever happened to that dog Jordan bought her?)
Keep trying and maybe your funny captions will end up in our Caption Call Recap. In the meantime, test your skills (numchuck skills, bow hunting skills, etc.) on this picture of a washed-up musician.
In this Getty Images photo, President Bush grants a Thanksgiving pardon to Pumpkin the turkey. Let's hope he got a better life somewhere.
A representative from "President Elect" Obamas office says that next year we'll up the ante by issuing a pardon to a Turducken.
Submitted by Jeff Wellman
This over-the-top cocktail service was a feature at the Millionaire Fair in Moscow. We're beginning to see a trend in weird stuff at Millionaire Fairs, if you recall this guy and his creepy gremlin shoes. (AP photo)
Sir, would you mind keeping your eyes down here?
Submitted by Matthew
Wow, keg stands have certainly become more sophisticated than when I was in college.
Submitted by Alisha
Talk about snapping the picture at the right time. The Italian major league soccer players in this AP photo appear very intense about playing the game.
Chad Johnson's cousin, Uno Nueve, plays soccer with the same passion.
Submitted by Jeff Wellman
Some say you can't teach an old dog new tricks, but what about an old walrus? With her musical talents, Sara the walrus is the new star of the Istanbul Dolphinarium in Turkey. (AP photo)
What's really odd is that his favorite Beatles song is Elanor Rigby. Go figure.
Submitted by Quinn
Nils Olav is an Edinburgh Zoo penguin and Colonel-in-Chief of the Norwegian King's Guard which protects the royal family. Yes, the penguin in this AP photo is in charge of guarding royalty. Wonder if he carries a gun and, if so, how he fires it without opposable thumbs.
I don’t care if you’re not wearing a cup, Joe - you move and we’re all doing push-ups.
Submitted by Alisha
Put your thinking caps on and come up with a funny caption for today's photo of a woman driving an unusually small car.
We had a short week with the Thanksgiving holiday here at Caption Call, thus only four photos to be funny with last week. Now that the tryptophan has worn off, let's take a look back at our favorite funny captions of the week.
This poor ice cream man in this AP photo is caught in a torrential downpour in Germany over the summer. I prefer eating popsicles when it's snowing outside, so ice cream in the rain isn't that foreign a concept.
Quigley makes a note to cross "selling ice cream during monsoon season" off his list of Get Rich Quick schemes. Submitted by Jeff Wellman
Welcome to Copenhagen, where the streets are wet, the people are sullen, and the ice cream season never ends!
Submitted by Cait (She forgot to mention that everything is licorice flavored, too)
Beyonce "Mrs. Jay-Z" Knowles knows how to turn heads ... and even turn her own head using her ponytail, as seen here in her recent American Music Awards performance. (Getty Images)
Something About Beyonce?
Submitted by Jeff Wellman
The boy in this Getty Images photo is admiring a Dalek from Doctor Who at an art exhibit in Scotland. We never watched the show, so the humor from any captions that referenced the show was lost on us.
Jackpot!! These new slots sure are fun!
Submitted by pgp
In his travels through a parallel universe, our hero discovers a giant badminton arena. Here he stands awestruck next to the shuttlecock while the fans in the bleachers urge him to get out of the way so that the match may continue.
Submitted by Pie Snelson
Ravens linebacker Antwan Barnes tackles the Eagles' Brian Westbrook in a most unusual way. We're not football fans, but we know enough to realize that this doesn't happen every game. (AP photo)
I know I can launch him further than a pumpkin!
Submitted by Jason B.
...and thus began Brian Westbrook's career as a soprano.
Submitted by Vince Schuman
An honorable mention goes to Jeff Wellman, for setting the record for most captions left on an individual photo with 11 posts. Beat that, Caption Call regulars.
You've got plenty more chances to have your funny caption make our Caption Call Recap. Test your skills with today's photo of President Bush's annual turkey pardon.
Thanks for visiting Caption Call Recap, our look back at the week's funniest captions. Without further delay ...
The creepy footed chicken nuggets in this Getty Images photo are part of an installation of a "pet store" by artist Banksy in New York City. Crazy modern artists.
Aunt Mabel , who never throws anything away, made her Frank Perdue Memorial diorama out of some really old marshmallow Easter peeps.
Submitted by Phyllis Reinhard
This guy is putting custom-made tires on his Bigfoot truck before a car show in Pennsylvania. Now that gas prices are so cheap, maybe we'll be seeing more of these on the road. (AP photo)
This rig will have to be renamed after it receives the "Pamela Anderson" upgrade installation.
Submitted by Vince Schuman
These oddly shaped veggies are shown off by a Chinese exhibitor. We wonder if the eye and beak came on it originally or if they were added post-harvest. (Getty Images)
That guy must be out of his GOURD!
Submitted by Jeff Wellman (This caption won just because it was such a groaner. Well done on the cheap laughs, Jeff.)
The Beluga whale in this Getty Images photo is wearing a Christmas themed hat. Nothing screams Christmas more than volleyballs, sandbox buckets and tinsel.
Not wanting to be excluded from the running for President-elect Obama's new pet, Baby Beluga demonstrates his aptitude for playing fetch and looking cute.
Submitted by Cait
"Be honest... Does this hat make me look fat?"
Submitted by D.Keefer
Racing infants appears to be the latest fad in entertainment in Minsk, Belarus. "Rochelle, Rochelle" anyone? ("Well, you've made a long journey, from Milan to Minsk") (Getty Images)
I will not do "right hand gray" it would make me fall over.
Submitted by Phyllis Reinhard
Try again this week to make our funniest captions cut, including this photo of an ice cream vendor not ready to give up on the season.
Thanks for checking out Caption Call and our weekly photo caption contest. Here are the shining stars of the week in captions; feel free to disagree if you want or try to be even funnier.
The guys in this Getty Images photo were actually taking in some Ryder Cup action in September. Who were they cheering on that required such neon green outfits?
Snap Crackle & Pop celebrate St Patrick's Day
Submitted by Tony N
We're a sucker for a great picture of Pamela Anderson with plastic people. This AP pic shows her with David Spade and a bunch of stormtroopers at the 2003 Spike TV Video Game Awards.
David Spade attempts the Jedi mind trick: "These aren't the breasts you're looking for..."
Submitted by D.Keefer
The perfect photo op: President-elect Obama meets with Preident Bush and gets the official White House tour. We know they probably had a good talk, but in this photo it doesn't look like Bush is listening. (Getty Images)
Five. Five dollar. Five dollar footlongs.
Submitted by Dave to the P
(Bonus points for getting that dang jingle stuck in our heads all day after reading this caption, Dave)
So you mean to tell me that you would shake the "Presidential 8 Ball" to make your decisions?
Submitted by Quinn
The sea lion in this Getty Images photo lives in a zoo in southern Germany. We thought he looks so effortless in his attempt to catch the fish.
That's pretty much what I look like on Fridays during Lent.
Submitted by Dave to the P (Congrats on the two-fer)
Ok, ok. It's early for Christmas, we know. But the Santas-in-training in this Getty Images photo are actually waiting to watch a film in London called "Santa School." Wonder if there were this many Santas at the filming.
Excuse me. Please tell me where you got your permanent wave? I tried everything, but my hair will not hold a curl!
Submitted by Pie Snelson
After you've soaked up all the inspiration you can from the earlier photos, try your pen at writing a funny caption for these funny nuggets. They're so creepy with their little legs.
Let's take a look back at the week's funniest captions with (drum roll please) Caption Call Recap! Here are the week's funniest captions in our humble opinion.
We're torn on what's the creepier part of this costume: how realistic Meredith Vieira's wooden face looks or how huge Al Roker's gingerbread man outfit is in this AP photo. Either way, this is why celebrities shouldn't dress up for Halloween.
After all he's been through, you'd think Al Roker would leave those sugar cookies alone.
Submitted by Pie Snelson
Everyone's been swept up in election fever this week, but the folks behind Madame Tussaud's Wax Museums spent months crafting these busts of each candidate to be prepared for either outcome. (AP photo)
All the campaign mud slinging created this amazing natural phenomenon, which the candidates are hoping will be attached to Mt. Rushmore.
Submitted by Phyllis Reinhard
We've only got a few more months to get in all of these classic President Bush moments. In this AP photo, he gives a physical training award during an FBI Special Agent graduation ceremony. Nice to see that agent didn't try to spar with the president.
"I say it's 'nucular' and I'll fight anyone who says different!" Submitted by D.Keefer
An honorable mention goes to Pie Snelson for referencing one of our favorite Bush photos (click here to see it): Ever since he earned his green wrist band from that child boxing master, W has been going around picking fights.
This AP photo shows what happens to kids who misbehave at SeaWorld in San Diego. (OK, so it's actually part of an animal education program ... but our explanation is better)
Moooooooommm! Billy's bugging meeeeee!
Submitted by Tony N
Who couldn't use a good LOLcat to raise their spirits. The kitteh in this Getty Images pic demonstrates his computer skills (yes, we're not making that up) at the 6th Annual CFA Iams Cat Championship at Madison Square Garden. No elaboration given on what kind of skills those are.
The FBI released this photo of its chief suspect in a kitty porn ring.
Submitted by Larry Yungk
I can has cat nip from the eBay?
Submitted by Lee Devereaux
If you've gotten even a bit of inspiration from reading these clever captions, try your pen at writing funny comments to go along with today's photo of these leprechaun impersonators.
The giant panda cub in this Getty Images photo was recently born in China. Don't you just want to pinch his little cheeks?
Help, I'm blinded by my own cuteness
Submitted by alf
OK, so we're suckers for a dog dressed up in a cute outfit. But there's nothing cute about plumber's crack on a dog in this homage to the now infamous Joe the Plumber at a Halloween parade in New York City. (AP photo)
The RNC spends another $150,000 to outfit Sarah Palin's dog for his own personal "Joe the Plumber" tour
Submitted by Patti
Fortunately, Cindy was prepared with appropriate treats - Snickers and little bottles of Rogaine.
Submitted by Larry Yungk
And what happened then? Well, in Washington they say that John Kerry's long face grew three sizes that day.
Submitted by Matthew
While you're here with your thinking caps on, write a funny caption for this AP photo of "The Today Show" crew in their Halloween outfits.
Thanks for another silly week here at Caption Call. Now, without further delay, here's our look at last week's funniest captions in our Caption Call Recap.
These guys were part of a recent Monopoly tournament in Europe. Wonder if dressing up as a prisoner helped or hurt their chances in the game? (Getty Images)
To show that detainees are treated well, the Bush administration releases new press photos of Game Night at Guantanamo.
Submitted by Patti
Sarah Palin seems to cause a stir wherever she goes these days. Even this sandwich shop in Philly was packed when she visited recently. (AP photo)
I'll have a conservative order of half-baked Alaska, a side of right wings and do you have Arizona Ice Tea? And do you have a newspaper to read? .... doesn't matter I read them all. Oh.. and please don't you be rushin' just for me.
Submitted by GregA
This komodo dragon shared his birthday with small children turning the same age. Is that really such a good idea? Hope the glass is thick enough. (AP photo)
Why do these kids keep saying I live in a pineapple under the sea? Did that nearsighted zookeeper post the wrong sign again?
Submitted by Pie Snelson
The ugly shoes in this AP photo were actually on display at a recent Millionaire Fair, a place where the rich show off stuff even they can't afford, in Europe.
Responding to the $150,000 shopping spree controversy, the Republican Party reveals Governor Palin's shoe collection before she got the Vice Presidential nomination.
Submitted by Hungry Man
Ethan was angry after being kicked out of the fashion show not for his poorly designed shoes, but for his 15th century hairstyle.
Submitted by S
Nothing could explain away how creepy this picture is. (AP photo)
Anne and the squirrel met in Central Park as they both reached for the last bag of peanuts from the street vendor.
Submitted by Cait
"Designers: your latest 'Project Runway' challenge is to design an outfit that accents a particularly unusual accessory..."
Submitted by D.Keefer
Don't be discouraged if your funny caption didn't make the cut this week. Try again on today's photo of a baby panda put in an unusual situation. (Getty Images)
Thanks for an entertaining week here at Caption Call. Here are our picks for funniest captions of the week; feel free to tell us if we missed the mark or submit your funny captions by following the links below.
It looks like this miniature dachshund named Roxanne just wants to make friends with these salmon. (AP photo)
"Look, Sal, isn't she adorable?"
"I told you, Helen: We just don't have the reef space for a dog..."
Submitted by D.Keefer
Oddly enough, the rat in this Getty Images photo is part of a special team in Colombia being used to prevent land mines. But he seems to be facing the wrong direction if he's looking for them.
Plot Spoiler - When Jerry emerged from the vat of Clorox, he did not realize that he could no longer blend into a gray background. Tom is going to see him, swing at him and miss of course, thus whacking the poor ranger upside the noggin.
Submitted by Pie Snelson
We all know Elvis impersonators are a dime a dozen. But we've never seen an Elvis scarecrow like this one on display in Georgia, where they were trying to break a Guinness World Record for most scarecrows in tonw. (AP photo)
Due to economic woes, Plastic Man, Pamela Andersen's latest beau, was forced to accept a gig as an Elvis impersonator.
Submitted by Cynithia W
(An automatic winner for referencing Pam Anderson's plastic date)
Shouldn't at least one of them be holding a pitchfork?
Submitted by Larry Yungk
Confession time: I hate tomatoes. So while it weirds me out, this is still a funny Getty Images picture from a Dutch horticulutre museum (yeah, we didn't know those existed either).
King Kong's nutritionist, Ned, ponders a career change.
Submitted by Matthew
"All I need now is a 5-pound head of lettuce and about 10 packages of bacon..."
Submitted by D.Keefer (congrats on the double win)
These Barack Obama supporters are so devoted that they'd pick any spot they could to see the candidate during a rally in North Carolina, even if it was the smelliest seat in the house. (AP photo)
"Man, talk about a 'crappy' job...Yes, I remember. Legs crossed means your port-a-potty is occupied and legs open means it's vacant."
Submitted by Mike Schwab
And while you've still got your thinking caps on, try your hand at today's photo of a few prisoners passing the time by playing Monopoly.
Let's take a stroll back through the winners of last week's funniest captions contest in our Caption Call Recap.
The tiny pooch in this AP photo is modeling a Sarah Palin wig made specifically for dogs. We couldn't make this stuff up.
Russia...big deal.. I can see Mexico from my house.
Submitted by Larry Yungk
Shaking hands and kissing babies provide some of the best campaign trail photo ops for presidential candidates. No one told John McCain to watch his mouth around babies, it seems. (Getty Images)
John McCain as Father Time at the 2008 Congressional New Year Celebration.
Submitted by Patti
And since we picked on John McCain, we had to poke a bit at Barack Obama. A poll a while back said that people would rather have Obama over to watch a football game than McCain. And that relates to his ability to be president how? (AP photo)
You can put lipstick on a pigskin but its still a pigskin.
Submitted by shap
We know we'll be running out to find the cheap knockoff version of the designer jacket in this AP photo showcased recently at a French fashion show.
Janet makes the best of her sleeping bag's stuck zipper.
Submitted by Matthew
Yet another crazy high fashion outfit, this time from Jean Paul Gautier. Let's hope this see-through look doesn't catch on for the good of humanity. (AP photo)
See what happens when you drop a stitch.
Submitted by Pie Snelson
Congrats if your caption made our funny recap. If it didn't, better luck next time ... like with this dog staring longingly at a fish tank.
Let's get right to the funny. Here's the Caption Call Recap of last week's funniest captions.
The six-toed kitteh in this AP photo is one of the few remaining felines who roams Ernest Hemmingway's former home in Key West. Here's the kicker: His name is "Hairy Truman." *groan*
Marvin paced the table as he plotted his escape. He did not want to be the next animal on the wall.
Submitted by SES
HEMINGWAY KAT NEEDZ DICSHUNARY... U KNOE HOW 2 SPELL POLYDACTYL?
Submitted by Ryan Sigg
Heather Locklear's mug shot for a recent DUI arrest may not be the worst in of all celebrity mug shots, but she doesn't look as put together as she usually does. (AP photo)
This was the look of Heather Locklear's face the day after she finding out Pamela Anderson was seen with her new boyfriend "The Plastic Man". I cried all night just thinking about it, I gave him the best minutes of his life, she was over heard saying...
Submitted by Dennis Seabolt
Poor Ed McMahon. First he has foreclosure troubles with his home, now he's forced into wearing this too-hip outfit and "star" in a FreeCreditReport.com web commercial. (AP photo)
Girls, just make sure I'm back in time for the blue plate special at Denny's.
Submitted by Russ Taylor
Believe it or not, the people in this AP photo are modeling adult diapers in Japan. Guess they didn't make the casting cut for one of their crazy game shows.
Incontinent hostesses at this restaurant make a spectacle of calling your order number.
Submitted by CW
We at Caption Call can appreciate creativity, but when creativity infringes on whether a piece of clothing is wearable, we can put it up for some good old fashioned fun poking. The look in this Getty Images photo is from Spanish designer Agatha Ruiz De La Prada's show during Milan fashion week.
This week's fashion challenge: Create an outfit based on the valentine's day card you made in first grade.
Submitted by SES
(Ed note: Project Runway's challenges are getting so absurd maybe we'll see that on the show next season)
Thanks for playing along with us. Be sure to check out today's photo of a dog dressed to a striking resemblance to Sarah Palin (or maybe it's a Tina Fey costume...)
Welcome to Caption Call Recap, a look back at last week's funniest submitted captions. Leave a comment and let us know if we completely missed the mark or if you've got a better caption for any of these photos.
We had to do a double take when we saw this AP photo of Pamela Anderson. She took this "date" to the Vivienne Westwood show at London's Fashion Week. Think this guy has more personality than Tommy Lee?
Pamela Anderson and Marcel Marceau unveil a new dating service just for mimes.
Submitted by Patti
The McCain-Palin supporter in this Getty Images photo sports a set of wax lips in response to comments in the presidentail campaign about putting lipstick on various animals. Not sure if lipstick looks sillier on a pig, pitbull or this woman.
Mick Jagger's daughter waits for her dad to arrive at BWI.
Submitted by Chad
We know it's just the scale of this Getty Images photo that makes this beer wench look like she's got gigantic man hands, but it's still a funny photo.
If you think it's Lowenbrau to balance 8 beers on her boobs without Frothingslosh, you should see what Heidi's Heineken do.
Submitted by Phyllis Reinhard
We wonder if these two knew each other before posing together to publicize the latest "Guinness Book of World Records" release in London. (AP photo)
Austin Powers latest nemisises - Dr. Eva and Shinny-She.
Submitted by Larry Yungk
Michael Phelps is still riding high on a publicity wave from his Olympic glory, which includes a parade this weekend in Towson. But his expression in this AP photo makes us think he may just want to take a break.
After polishing off these four boxes of food, Michael Phelps waits impatiently for more breakfast.
Submitted by Chad
I'm really ticked because they told me the next round of boxes will feature my MOTHER!
Submitted by Kim
Try your hand at leaving a caption for any of these photos or today's entry of a kitty waiting to use the typewriter.
Thanks for another fun week here at Caption Call. Here's a look back at the best of last week's captions.
The baby gorilla in this AP photo gets comfy while sitting on its mother's back. Mom seems less than impressed.
Hey maaaa, i'm gonna ride wif dad
Submitted by Karen
From the moment Sarah Palin got into the political hot seat, her bespectacled looks had her drawing comparisons to "Saturday Night Live" alum Tina Fey. So who else would the show call to play the Republican VP candidate in their season premiere? (AP photo)
The makeup crew did an incredible job on Michael Phelps for this sketch.
Submitted by Witt
Ok, we know the economy isn't a laughing matter, but the guy in this Getty Images picture could be upset about any number of things. You Caption Callers are much to clever to take every picture literally.
This fantasy leaguer is regretting his decision to start Carson Palmer over Aaron Rodgers.
Submitted by Chad
We wonder what was really going through Hillary Clinton's mind when this Getty Images photo was snapped. Regardless, her lack of expression is priceless.
Are you kidding? Sarah Palin has invited me to go moose-hunting? Submitted by Patti
And then it hit her. She would really miss Amy Pohler's portrayal of her on SNL.
Submitted by David Meads
This upside down house, complete with furnishings, has become a local tourist attraction in Germany. We'd stop if we were driving by that on the street. (Getty Images)
Dorothy's house crashes in Oz narrowling missing the Wicked Witch of the East. Her cousin's Fanny Mae and Freddy Mac were not as lucky.
Submitted by Matthew
If these captions didn't give you a laugh, leave a funny caption for today's picture of Pamela Anderson and her unusual date.
Welcome to another week of Caption Call Recap, where we rewind and showcase last week's funniest captions. See if your captions made the cut and tickled our funny bone.
Jack Black has turned into one of those crazy sports team super fans. In this AP photo he's cheering at a WNBA game in Los Angeles.
Alas poor Yurick.....honey are you sure this is how Olivier landed the part?
Submitted by Larry Yungk
And that was the last time Jack Nicholson would let Jack Black have his tickets.
Submitted by CW
While the MTV Video Music Awards is known for its shocking performances, it looks in this Getty Images photo that Christina Aguilera was more shocked (as in a light socket) by her dancing than the routine was shocking.
Organizers make the mistake of holding a Hurricane Gustav benefit concert while the storm makes landfall.
Submitted by Chad
We here at Caption Call don't know much about French cartoon characters Asterix and Obelix, but you guys got it right away. The guys in this Getty Images picture are watching a football game, which probably means soccer.
Both Wendy's Restaurants and FTD Florists are represented in the annual Mascots Gone Wild competition.
Submitted by Pie Snelson
And, while it's long, this internal memo cracked us up:
Dear Harry and Barry,
I'm so sorry you weren't able to make it to work today because you both were sick. But I'm glad to see that you were healthy enough to have your photo taken and posted on Caption Call. I hope you're healthy enough to start looking for a new job tomorrow. Best of luck!
The boss
Submitted by Harry and Barry's Employer
We couldn't resist letting you guys sound off on all of these politicans talking about putting listick on pit bulls and pigs (where's PETA when you need them) so we used this poor spotted pig as sacrificial lamb. Sorry, dude. (Getty Images)
I NO NEEDZ LIPSTIKS.... I AR ALREDIE BEUTIFAL
Submitted by Reality Check
"That'll do Barack. That'll do."
Submitted by Matthew
More crazy European football (read: soccer) fans. 'Nuff said. (Getty Images)
What a stupid place to put the air plug on this thing.
Submitted by Dan
Don't be discouarged if your captions didn't make the cut. Leave a funny caption for this photo of a scene-stealing chimp.
It was a short week with the holiday here at Caption Call, so only four photos for you to leave funny captions for. Let's reflect on the best captions of the past week.
Cal Ripken Jr. was wearing a Tampa Bay Rays jersey as he was throwing out the first pitch at a recent game there to announce a deal between the team and Ripken Baseball for a minor league team. (AP photo)
Hmm, I wonder if Brett Favre's advice was on the money.
Submitted by Arbee
It was a good week for funny politics photos with the Democratic and Republican National Conventions back-to-back. In this Chicago Tribune photo, a Republican delegate dressed as Abe Lincoln takes in the festivities. We couldn't pick just one funny caption, so here are the best (including a two-fer from Quinn)
IM ONLY HERE CAUSE MCCAIN AND I WERE IN THE SAME KINDERGARTEN CLASS TOGETHER BACK IN THE EARLY 1800's
Submitted by Robert
Abe was not happy about having to wear an ID tag after his initial attempt to pass security was mistaken as a very cheap bribe of $5.01
Submitted by Quinn
This photo was taken just seconds before a John Wilkes Booth impersonator entered the convention.
(Also) Submitted by Quinn
Gotta love the peanut gallery at these party conventions. Cindy McCain and the elder President Bush are caught in an unusual and awkward situation in this AP photo.
No Mr. President! Your son is wrong! It is the internet sir, not the internets.
Submitted by Lisa Jones
Delegates' hats (like this delegate from Margaritaville) have more pieces of flare on them than the apron of a Chotchkie's waitress (remember "Office Space"?) The Democrat in this AP photo seems to be confused by her hat, or at least whether it's on her head straight.
For the first time in its history, political disagreements throw the Red Hat Ladies Society into chaos.
Submitted by Patti
Madam you are a Dem, but you have thought enough. I am sorting you to the House of HUFFLEPUFF.
Submitted by Pie Snelson
Take another stab at having your clever caption featured in next week's Caption Call Recap with this photo of actor Jack Black's odd hairpiece.
Caption Call is back after a long weekend with our recap of last week's funniest captions. See if your best work made the cut.
Gotta love the craziness of a state fair. The kid in this AP photo was volunteering to be a tree at a bird demonstration at the Missouri State Fair.
Don't worry; everyone gets nervous on their first day of Jack Hanna Training School.
Submitted by Witt
Some celebrities get a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Now Henry Winkler's got that, and a bronze statue in Milwaukee. Congratulations, Fonz. (AP photo)
Why is Henry Winkler unveiling a Christopher Walken statue?
Submitted by John L
This cat named Yoda may not be as popular as fat cat Prince Chunk, but he's developing quite an Internet following because of his four ears. (AP photo)
Following the cancellation of Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Salem begins to show the effects of hard drug use.
Submitted by Chad
Hillary Clinton's pantsuits constantly made news on the campaign trail, but in this Getty Images photo, they're getting attention even when she's not wearing them.
Due to an acronym-related mistake, Designer News Channel set up shop in the wrong convention hall.
Submitted by Gabe Villani
This Florida delegate to the Democratic National Convention had to know he'd get attention for wearing a getup like that. And to the caption winner Bob: We hope your wife didn't cancel your vacation. (AP photo)
When Bob's wife canceled their summer vacation in order to attend the DNC, he went to extremes to spite her.
Submitted by Bob
In case you missed us not having a photo to caption on Monday, check out today's Caption Call of Cal Ripken Jr.'s new jersey.
Many people may have been packing in their end-of-summer vacations this week, but Caption Call kept chugging along. If inspiration hits you after reading our picks for best captions of the week in this Caption Call Recap, feel free to post another or tell us we missed the mark.
The guy in this AP photo had his car covered with sticky notes to mark his 50th birthday. Talk about going green. The winning caption gets bonus points for recalling those "honey-do" notes we all leave for our significant others.
What was it that she asked me to do?
Submitted by Sam
While this Chewbacca imposter didn't get as many funny captions as this portly Batman doppelganger, they're both still part of the charm that was Comic-Con 2008. (AP photo)
no I don't live with my mom and yes I have a girlfriend
Submitted by dkh735
The horse sculpture in this Getty Images photo is part of an exhibit in London. Thanks, CW, for keeping the Seinfeld theme going.
Who leaves a country packed with hollowed-out, wooden pony art to come to a a non-hollowed-out, wooden pony art country?
Submitted by CW
The wild and crazy guy in this AP photo was trying to cool off at the Bonnaroo Music Festival earlier this summer. Now that's a bird bath.
Polly want to disappear, how indignant.
Submitted by paul f.
Bruce Willis should be excited here at the premiere of his daughter's new movie "House Bunny." Instead, he's fearing public humilation courtesy of a pair of bunny ears. (AP photo)
Bruce is surprised to learn that Hugh Hefner is not pleased with him "Moonlighting" as a Bunny.
Submitted by Pie Snelson
Keep checking back each weekday to for a new funny photo to caption, including today's entry of a kid who seems petrified by this bird on his arm.
Here's a look back at the funniest, most clever captions of the week. Feel free to comment below if we missed the mark on a funny caption, or if you had some last-minute inspiration.
Quinn gets bonus points with the winning caption on this AP photo for making us think back to Fat Batman from Comic-Con, a Caption Call classic. Actually, this guy is portraying "Cavity Sam" (who knew he had a name) from the board game Operation.
After reading the comments on Caption Call, Ned decided to throw away the Batman suit. He never felt so liberated.
Submitted by Quinn
The dogs in this AP photo are defying gravity, while at the same time cooling off. That's talent.
"stick the landing, stick the landing....oh no!!!"
Submitted by veal
We've been swept up in Michael Phelps mania, and apparently so has President Bush. We're not sure which of Phelps' eight medals the president is gawking at here. (AP photo)
"Shucks, Us Texicans can bite that and see if it's real.
Submitted by oracle pyle
This pint-sized rocker from Wisconsin has actually been barred from playing in some clubs due to child labor laws. But man, he can still shred. (AP photo)
An otherwise solid performance is marred when Bobby remembers the book report due tomorrow.
Submitted by Chad
Putting a sweater on a cat is one thing. A full ball gown and matching hat? Poor Hale Bopp here in this AP photo is competing in a cat fashion show in New York City.
Why did I agree to be in her wedding?
Submitted by smc
Check out today's photo of a sticky surprise on a Mini Cooper and see if your funny caption will make it to next week's recap.
Another entertaining week has come and gone here at Caption Call. Let's revisit some of the funny captions that made us chuckle.
Just because Hillary Clinton is out of the race doesn't mean she's immune to the wrath of Caption Call. This AP photo was from a rally in North Carolina back in May.
"I gotta get a picture of Girls Night Out for my myspace page!!"
Submitted by Elise
The story of this lovable fat cat has tugged at the heartstrings of many. He was abandoned after his owners lost their home to foreclosure. The story has a happy ending; he was eventually adopted by a New Jersey family. Let's hope he goes on a diet. (AP photo)
Meet the new face of Jenny Craig....Kirstie Alley-cat
Submitted by Briana
iz not fat. iz glandular problems.
Submitted by Allan
The kid in this AP photo seems far too into playing with this model train at a Tokyo toy store.
After loosing his eye in a freak model train accident, Little Timmy seeks revenge...
Submitted by CN
What better way to pay homage to the Olympic torch relay than to dress up like pandas and do gymnastics. It must have seemed like a good idea to someone at the time. (Getty Images)
China welcomes "Cheer-ocracy" as its new form of government
Submitted by dkh735
This coy tiger cub lives at the Pittsburgh Zoo. No explanation provided, however, as to why he's sitting in a lawn chair. (AP photo)
Baltimore City Parks and Recreation unveils its latest plan for reducing crime at Patterson Park.
Submitted by Matthew
Thanks for playing, everyone. For another shot at Caption Call fame and (fictitious) fortune, check out today's photo of an unlikely model who probably should have put on some clothes.
Thanks for a funny week here at Caption Call. Keep reading to see if your funny caption made our favorites.
Comic fans are a breed of their own, as you can tell from these photos from the Comic-Con 2008, the nation's largest comic book convention held recently in San Diego. Obviously, the guy in this AP photo was paying homage to the caped crusader.
Few knew Batman's older brother, Warren, otherwise known as Celibate Man.
Submitted by Matthew
This AP photo was from Barack Obama's recent overseas trip, where he visited with French President Nicolas Sarkozy.
Barack Obama and Nicolas Sarkozy engage in a brief round of Paper-Rock-Scissors to see who will speak first.
Submitted by Patti
Poor John McCain. They seem to always capture him with the most awkward of faces. In this AP photo, his wife Cindy was wiping lipstick from his face. Not sure if it's more embarrassing that she was cleaning him up or that they caught it on film.
"If I hold my thumb up like this, you can hardly see those other 'non-cancerous' moles."
Submitted by jo
We wonder what the little girl in this Getty Images picture was thinking and who won the game of HORSE they were probably playing.
President Bush was the leading scorer in game after signing an Executive Order allowing him to use his own, additional ball at all times.
Submitted by David Hobby
The Croatian fan in this Getty Images pic was cheering his team on to victor in the Euro 2008 soccer tournament. Those Europeans know how to be superfans.
Look it's the "Twisted Sister Cheerleading Squad"
Submitted by John
Don't discouraged if your caption wasn't selected. Try again this week, starting off with Hillary Clinton's awkward attempt at a self portrait.
Drum roll, please. Here are the funniest captions for last week's photos. Check to see if yours made the cut.
The guys in this AP photo are world class athletes in the sport of chess boxing (we couldn't make that up if we wanted to) competing in the world finals in Germany. I guess they wear the gloves for that extra degree of difficulty in moving the little pieces.
"Leeeeet's get ready to move pieces on a booooooard!"
Submitted by ChrisDog
In this AP photo, Diana Ross pushes the limits of excessive stage costumes. The winning caption is one of our favorite Napoleon Dynamite quotes, by the way.
I like your sleeves. They're real big.
Submitted by David
The hungry hippo in this AP photo seems apprehensive about this fruit basket. I thought it was monkeys that went crazy for bananas.
Boy, that new Jenny Craig "Feast on Fruit" menu might be the key to a slimmer me!
Submitted by Jekema Lee
Lots of funny variations on Mr. T's famous catch phrases to go along with this Getty Images photo. Here he's actually hawking Snickers in Australia.
Yes, pity this fool...trying to make some money so I can move out on my roommamte, MC Hammer.....
Submitted by Lester Burney
Mr. T fends off participants from the Biggest Loser unwittingly thinking they want his autograph...
Submitted by Patrick Burnett
This caption may be the most obvious for this photo of a scared Chihuahua face-to-teeth with a dinosaur (ok, so it's just a drawing) but it still made us chuckle.
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Submitted by paul f.
Keep checking back each weekday for a new funny photo to caption. Today's photo is a not-so-slim Batman; have at it!
Thanks for another amusing week here at Caption Call. Here are last week's victorious and funny captions.
What's more patriotic than stuffing your face with hot dogs? This Getty Images scene from the Nathan's Famous Fourth of July hot dog contest shows the agony of defeat (and of victory, for that matter)
It's a little known fact that a tie in the Hot Dog Contest is a break-dancing showdown...
Submitted by Jeff
No, the kid in this AP photo wasn't crowned in some twisted beauty contest. The 9-year-old earned the title at Mud Day, sponsored by a Michigan parks and recreation department. Maybe their budget wasn't big enough for a bouncy castle.
His mudder was a mudder!
Submitted by OldSouthern (since here at Caption Call we're a sucker for Seinfeld quotes)
We may never know what the squirrel in this AP photo was hoping to find in this coffee cup, but it made for some good captions about his partying ways
Not realizing that the sun is up and everyone else has gone home, Party Squirrel is still performing the lampshade-on-head gag.
Submitted by Pie Snelson
This AP photos of two polar bears playing comes to us from a Southern Germany zoo. They're just un-bear-ably cute (Too many bear puns, we know).
The Kiss Bump
Submitted by Wendy (Thanks, Wendy, for making us recall President Bush's awkward fist bump)
We don't know where the classy guys in this AP photo were going, but we know they're not getting there very fast. (They were actually competing in a footrace in San Francisco)
This must be what finally made Fuzzy Dice un cool.
Submitted by Jeff (a double winner this week...congrats!)
If you want to unseat Jeff as top captioner of the week, check out today's picture of an unorthodox fighting match that would make UFC cringe. Remember to visit Caption Call each weekday for another picture that may strike your funny bone.
Let's take a look back at some of the week's funniest captions and give these captioners credit for their humor. Thanks to everyone who participated.
After the flap about Barack Obama sharing a congratulatory fist bump with his wife after clinching the Democratic nomination, we're surprised President Bush's attempt captured in this Getty Images photo didn't make more headlines.
This dork doesn't have to hold my arm. I know what to do.
Submitted by jeff tomison
Movie studios will do anything to promote summer blockbusters. Not even this giant Eddie Murphy head in Times Square in New York City could keep his recent release "Dave" from bombing. (AP photo)
Unfortunately, this Double Dare contestant couldn't find the orange flag.
Submitted by Chad
It's one thing to dress up dogs in silly outfits, but it's another thing to force them to surf. This Getty Images photo is actually from the largest surfing competition for dogs held near San Diego recently.
The "Air Bud" movie series really jumps the shark.
Submitted by Jeff
We may never know why these women dressed as brides to go to the Glastonbury Music Festival in England, or why they were chasing this hat. (Getty Images photo)
And so began the Mary Tyler Moore Olympic Games...
Submitted by Enrico
This father-daughter stormtrooper team in this AP photo are actually at a Fourth of July parade in Wisconsin. Maybe they were celebrating their independence from the Death Star. We had to pick two winners.
All your base are belong to us!
Submitted by Phyllis Reinhard (See Wikipedia to learn about the "All your base" phenomenon)
To boost morale on the Death Star, Darth Vador institutes a "Take Your Daughter to Work Day" Submitted by Matthew
Don't be discouraged if your caption didn't make the cut. Try again on today's picture of the strife of competitive eating.
Another successful week here at Caption Call, even though many of you were probably outside enjoying the long holiday weekend and not sitting in front of a computer. Enjoy the best of the best from last week's photos.
We knew there would be some priceless candid moments when we heard Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton would be making a joint appearance in New Hampshire recently. This Getty Images picture probably captured the funniest faces when taken out of context.
If I run as your VP, maybe we could take turns being the president?
Submitted by Tony
You guys really got into the spirit of Caption Call with this AP photo of a crazy Dutch soccer fan during the Euro 2008 tournament. Wonder what kind of work it took to make this hat?
Gary Busey declares himself the King of Holland.
Submitted by Tom
Since we poked fun at Obama and Clinton, we had to throw a John McCain picture in the mix. This AP photo showed him getting ready to chow down on some chili in Cincinnati.
After becoming a war hero, John McCain decides to take on his only phobia - bibs.
Submitted by Ilya
Seems like anything can qualify as fashion these days. Maybe chicken masks are making a comeback, as shown in this AP photo from a Brazilian fashion show.
Foghorn Leghorn in the unemployment line.
Submitted by Jeff
This year's Miss Universe contest had contestants wearing costumes showcasing their country's heritage. Why Miss Venezuela would choose to wear orange feather dusters in this Getty Images photo is beyond us.
Miss Venezuela smiles & shakes a tail-feather after winning 1st Place in the "Most Creative Featherdusting" section of the Miss International Marvelous Maid contest.
Submitted by Su
As always, thanks for playing. Check out today's photo of an awkward fist bump courtesy of President Bush and leave us your funniest caption.
Thanks for a funny week of clever captions, everyone. Without further delay, here are the week's best. Feel free to chime in if you think we missed the boat and want to nominate the best.
First off, when did helmets like this come into vogue? Apparently, the Spanish birdkeeper in this Getty Images photo wants to start a new trend.
Exhibit A: Bill's pickup technique in the later charge of transporting young gulls across state lines.
Submitted by Anonymous (I wish they would have put their name to receive credit they deserve)
There were some real gems for this AP photo of seagulls duking it out at a Wyoming landfill. And thanks to edmund for keeping alive the methane jokes that have dominated other captions.
E-Harmony failed to mention THIS side of her personality. Submitted by Chuxter98
These big piggies in this Getty Images photo are actually environmental activists in the Netherlands protesting a hog farm. Creative but creepy way to attract attention.
Do these hats make us look weird?
Submitted by Shorts23
So many fabulous captions on this Getty Images photo of a fencing lesson at an Australian retirement community. They were so good, we're going to call out two captioners for excellence.
Seniors revert back to pre-Wii games after severe storms knock out electricity. Submitted by Jennifer
Do you feel lucky today, punk? Or do you want to rethink canceling bingo? Submitted by Ann Marie
The feline in this Getty Images photo is actually the stationmaster of a Japanese train station. I wonder if she gets paid in catnip?
"Y--M--C--A!" (you can hang out with all the strays!) Submitted by trina
As always, keep checking back each weekday for a new photo to inspire your funny bone. Today's photo of Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton has so many possibilities.
Caption Call's second week has yielded some really funny captions. Thanks to everyone who participated.
So many possibilities with this really weird AP photo of a South Korean protest against genetically modified corn.
An exhausted runner takes a quick breather during the Orville Redenbacher 5k. Submitted by CW
And an honorable mention to reward the research this one probably took: Chan-wook Park, who had a hit with "Oldboy", failed to follow through with his next movie, "Cornboy." Submitted by Jim
The caption winner for this Getty Images photo of John McCain on the campaign trail gets bonus points for playing off news of wife Cindy McCain's extravagant credit card bill.
"225,000 in credit card debt? Cindeeeeee! You've got some splaining to do!" Submitted by Renee Thomas
It's always really fun to imagine what animals would be saying if they could talk, but the captions on this AP photo were priceless (and not too sparing on the Flipper and Lassie references).
Excuse me sir. I'm looking for a tree or a fireplug.
Submitted by oracle pyle
Honorable mention: Cesar Millan's techniques sure are getting more unorthodox. Submitted by Chad
Outdoor music festivals are always abundant with crazy fans enjoying the scene. Wonder how many times this woman has been to Bonnarroo? (AP photo)
Cher appears at Woodstock re-union without any make-up. Wow, If I could turn back time.....
Submitted by Jeff Wellman
This AP photo of Barack Obama testing out his bumper car skills in August 2007 is an oldie but a classic test of what politicians will do on the trail.
Fist bumps and bumper cars. How cool is Barack Obama?!? Submitted by CK
Check back each weekday for another photo to caption and next Monday for a recap. Maybe next week your caption will be picked as the funniest and you'll get a little slice of Internet fame.
Thanks for helping make Caption Call's first week so full of participation and funny. As promised, here's a recap of what we've selected as the week's most clever captions. Browse the other entries to see what may not have made the cut.
While there were many entries about flatulence, kisses and duck faces, this caption is great for this AP photo of President Bush at the U.S. Air Force Academy graduation:
"While Al Gore was inventing the internet, I was inventing more important things like the human beat box."
Submitted by Kevin Richardson
You'd never guess it, but this Getty Images photo was taken at an anti-tobacco awareness campaign in India.
"Where's My hat Ma?"
Submitted by Phyllis Reinhard
Former presidential contender Hillary Clinton flashed a surprisingly upbeat mug in this Getty Images photo the day she announced she was suspending her campaign.
"Because presidential nominee candidates can only be in one place at a time, hundreds of cardboard cutouts are sent around the country in place of the actual candidates. Unfortunately, the 'Excited Hillary' was accidentally shipped to the location of her concession speech. "
Submitted by Sibyl
Again, this Getty Images photo of a protester at a Los Angeles gas station drew lots of flatulence jokes, along with some Elvis comparisons.
"Will catch criminals for gas"
Submitted by Marleen May
No word on who won this exhibition before the start of the Grand Sumo Tournament in Los Angeles. (AP photo)
"Sumo school entrance exam: seems like these kids are getting younger every year."
Submitted by AKS
Thanks to everyone who played. Check back each weekday for another photo to caption and next Monday for a recap.
