Clever Parents Who Got The Last Laugh On Their Unsuspecting Children
Parenthood is kind of like a lifelong tug-of-war between you and your children. They’re sassy, they don’t listen, and they’re stubborn. So in order to remind these kids who's boss, these clever parents decided to put on their comedy hats and get a laugh at their children’s expense.
Try as you may, tiny humans, but when it comes to getting the last laugh, your parents will always be the household jokesters.
Are You Ready To Rumble?
While not their intended purpose, every kid at one point in their childhood has probably had a pillow fight with their siblings or even parents. Although I’m willing to bet that Henpecked Hal’s son probably regretted his decision.
“...I believe I can flyyyyyyyy!”
Wedding Day Dad Jokes
It’s never a bad time for dad jokes, and if—as the bride—you think your wedding day will be a “dad joke-free zone,” then guess again.
This blushing bride got quite the laugh when not even her own wedding day was free of dad jokes, and luckily the photographer was ready to capture the moment. Guaranteed that photo is getting hung up on the wall at her parents' home.
Throwing Shade Across Three Generations
You know how when you call your grandparents on Christmas or a birthday and they’re always so overjoyed to hear from you and want to spend hours chatting on the phone?
Yeah, this grandma is not like those grandmas.
The Water Park
It doesn’t matter whether you’re 4 years or 24 years old, water parks are awesome and they’re a place where you truly get to be a kid again.
While these two guys relive their carefree childhood summers at the water park, their dad just sits casually behind them, soaking up every moment.
That’s It! Back To Winnipeg!
This mischievous 3-year-old probably thinks they’re about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime and Dad is none the wiser.
Turns out, Dad is the wiser, so while his kid is not going to Disneyland, they will get an all-expenses-paid vacation around the neighborhood.
The Pint-Sized Pizza Thief
In case you’re wondering how this photo constitutes as a parent getting the last laugh on their child, consider this:
This parent has spent a year of his baby’s life teaching him the joys of pizza and that when life gives you an opportunity, you (literally) take it. Now, who’s going to have a mini partner in crime to do his pizza biding? This parent will, that’s who.
The Blunder Years
It’s a staple in any parent’s home: photos of your child’s high school or university graduation. Although I bet this son would do anything to forget this moment right about now.
This is the most courageous thing I’ve ever seen—while it looks like a haircut straight out of the '80s, he’s rocking that haircut in 2010.
Into The Black Hole
Little Johnny thought he was going to get a big hug from daddy, but instead, he got sucked into the gravitational pull of a black hole.
Will little Johnny ever emerge? We’ll never know.
Goldilocks And The Two Bears
Parents know the struggle of trying to get their kids to eat their vegetables, but who knew they also felt the same way about a bowl of oatmeal. Luckily for this dad, he came up with a very clever solution to ensure his kids clean their plates—he told them it was "cookie soup."
I’m a grown adult and my mom still tries to get me to eat food I don’t like by telling me to “pretend it’s candy.” It doesn’t work when you’re an adult, Mom!
What Does The Fox Say
It’s no surprise that some mascots are just terrifying (looking at you, Gritty). But this mother was so determined to get the last laugh out of her mascot-fearing daughter that she literally flew in from out of town and camped out inside this coffee shop, ready to chase her daughter down the streets of Chicago.
“Why are you running? Mommy just wants a hug!”
A Very Proud Father
There’s nothing funnier than watching your dad load up a dad joke, fire away, and nearly kill himself laughing over the reaction (good or bad).
This dad was so proud of his perfectly timed and executed dad joke—and the fact that he finally got his son to crack a smile—that he just had to document it with a photo. Life goal: achieved.
No One Said Growing Up Was Easy
Becoming a professional athlete is a dream for many kids, and very few of them actually make it to the big leagues. But for NFL’er Rashad Weaver, his mom decided to use her own birthday to drop a bit of a truth bomb on her unsuspecting son.
Should have worked “will cover my monthly phone bills” into his NFL contract.
Which One Is Raylin?
In case you haven’t been paying attention (and if so, rude), there definitely is a dad joke theme going on here.
In honor of his daughter’s 21 birthday, he decided to celebrate with a Facebook post. Thankfully he clarified which one is his daughter because honestly, the resemblance is uncanny.
Invested Development
The true hallmark of a dad is the (sort of) beloved dad joke. If you don’t have dad jokes ready to fire away on-demand, much to the humiliation of your family, then are you really doing fatherhood correctly?
By the power vested in me, I declare you the King of Dad Jokes.
A Perfectly Placed Bed
Every person has a movie that they watched as a kid which undoubtedly traumatized them for life. Although this kid quickly learned that what seemed like a video of an innocent drive through the countryside was anything but.
After the prank his parent just pulled off, I can guarantee that they’re no longer the favorite parent.
Wonder Woman
This woman’s daughter asked her dad to help her photobomb a family photo by tossing her into the air like a flying projectile and pretending to be a superhero.
These parents are the true heroes because now they’ll have this golden family moment to enjoy forever—especially if they ever need to embarrass their daughter.
Return Of The Jedi
This dad has convinced his young son that he has Jedi powers and can move objects using only his mind. Even though this sense of wonder won’t last forever, it reinforces the belief that in our children’s eyes, parents really are superheroes.
We bow down to you, Jedi Dad.
Clever Onesies
This tiny baby is rocking an adorable onesie that illustrates the fact that his parents did not appropriately social distance, therefore leading to, um, him.
And that’s probably the best way to get a laugh on your unsuspecting children, isn’t it? Dress them in adorable and humorous outfits and they don’t know the difference. What are they going to do, read what their shirt says and protest?
