Our snoozing boy inspired some alliteration and a poem, among other offerings. Here's a sampling:
He is out of juice.
Vicki Burns, Omaha
Little Johnny got so tired shopping for school supplies that he needed a nap.
Joan Benson, Council Bluffs
Soothing stripes solicit serene sleep.
Janyce Warneke, Plainview, Neb.
"I enjoyed every minute of that speech!"
Kraig Debban, Omaha
"I knew switching to decaf would be tough."
Ed Volpi, Fremont, Neb.
Poor dead-tired Ned,
Well-fed on bread.
Heavy head like lead.
Can't even tread to bed.
Charles Kramer, Lincoln
The newest diet craze — sleep-thru lunch.
Blanche Swanson, Kearney, Neb.
Milky Way dreams.
John Reel, Omaha
Rip Van Winkle, age 7.
Mambo Contreras, Omaha
Note to self: Swallow before putting head down.
Gloria Clowe, Hastings, Neb.
Got milk? Works every time.
Judy Park, La Vista
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