Someone once said puns are the lowest form of humor. Are limericks the lowest form of poetry? Maybe. Are they the funniest? Often.

When I was in high school, I won a newspaper contest by writing a political limerick that matched “tart” with Gary Hart. I don’t consider that a defining moment in my journalistic career, but I was pleased to be singled out.

I remember seeing an interview with Billy Joel where he pointed out that “Piano Man” is a limerick, just set to a different rhythm. That blew my mind.

So, OK. Here we go.

When it comes to writing a limerick
You couldn’t come up with a dimmer chick
Few things are worse
Than a challenge in verse
Thank goodness it’s over with quick.

Your turn. Send me a good one, I’ll send you baked goods or a book; take your choice.