“A day without laughter is a day wasted.” -Charlie Chaplin
Laughter is the best medicine. There is no holiday that honors that more than April Fools’ Day. Though some don’t see it as a real holiday, it’s one that we take seriously. A good joke or a good prank can create wonderful memories for years to come. You just have to know how to do it right.
Gauge your audience! As much fun as it is to prank someone, the best jokes and pranks are the ones that make a person feel better, not worse. So even if you think something that would embarrass your loved one would be good for a laugh for you and others – instead think of something that will make your loved one laugh and feel loved. Remember, a great joke makes everyone laugh.
Be careful! Offensive, unkind or immature material is always out of style. As our favorite Downton Abbey character, the Dowager Countess Violet Crawley, said, “Vulgarity is not a substitute for wit.”
Have fun! The best jokes and pranks are ones that are simply fun. If you know what makes your loved ones and friends laugh, then steer in that direction. Plan something that everyone will enjoy, and you will create a memory that lasts for years to come.
Embrace the fun and frivolity of April Fools’ Day. It can be a great way to celebrate the kid in all of us who loves to be just a little mischievous. So as you prepare your tricks and jokes this year, keep these tips in mind – and you’ll be laughing for days to come!