A man is talking to the family doctor. Doc, I think my wifes going deaf. The doctor answers, Well, heres something you can try on her to test her hearing. Stand some distance away from her and ask her a question. If she doesnt answer, move a little closer and ask again. Keep repeating this until she answers. Then youll be able to tell just how hard of hearing she really is.

The man goes home and tries it out. He walks in the door and says, Honey, whats for dinner? He doesnt hear an answer, so he moves closer to her.

Honey, whats for dinner? Still no answer. He repeats this several times, until hes standing just a few feet away from her.

Finally, she answers, For the eleventh time, I said were having MEATLOAF!