Finally, an explanation for why Sammy had to become Hammy.
It's all about the pun.
And, uh, let me count the puns...
"Moon Over Myhammy"
Well, that one's obvious.
Bad moon rising is, of course, a reference to CCR.
And the chirping crickets?
Could that be a reference to Buddy Holly and the Crickets' first album?
Even if the writer eats at Denny's (doubtful), an ingenious steal, I say. This strip isn't innovative enough for you?
Mary Worth?? Could OTH be more metafictional? What rules are left to break? Love it.