I am a BIG believer in Karma — put it out there, you'll get it back and all that jazz — whatever, it's just a simple way of keeping my good vs. less than gooder side in check.
Unless, it's April Fool's Day and, well, then, all bets are off.
ME: Uh, we got about 4 inches of snow last night, but schools haven't called, so you might want to change into something a little warmer.
17 yo: Are you kidding me?!?
15 yo: You mean, I shaved my legs for nothing?!?
ME: Yes, I'm kidding.
15 yo: PHEW!
17 yo: You mean, there's no school?
ME: No, I mean it didn't really snow last night!!!
[eyes go wide]
HAH, APRIL FOOLS!!!!!
Snort. Cough. Wipes eyes.
Now, I totally understand how those with younger children would probably not think this to be very funny.
I merely considered pulling this same gag on my two youngest, for a fleeting moment, but thought better of it, for fear of being thrown into a whole other sort of purgatory and, trust me, you don't want any of that.
Also, wouldn't have worked as well with those of you living in an area where, you know, it's actually snowing.
GARTH (NOT HIS REAL NAME): You might want to warm your car up, it's snowing.
[eyes go wide]
If, however, you have teenagers, Garth (not his real name) or I will be more than happy to save you a seat!
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