So you’ve met a cynic. You find him insufferable, but you can’t avoid him because your best friend thinks he’s “kinda cute in an ugly way.” Fear not, for we have supplied a fool-proof method to cure him of his prickly outlook on life.
Today’s comic opens with a joke that I like to tell my kids. And because the oldest are 7- and 5-years-old, this is exactly the kind of humor they enjoy. (I have to warn them not to repeat these sorts of jokes at school. While I’m sure they’d be a hit among their friends, I don’t want to face the inevitable backlash when teachers and parents find out I’m the source of their material).
Journalist #1: I’m here at the royal wedding of King Henry XIII and Catherine of Parr. Your highness, it’s an honor to talk to you at this beautiful affair.
King Henry: Thank you, I’m glad you could make it. Did you have some questions for your publication?
Journalist #1: I indeed did, I’ll rattle through them real quick.
King Henry: Sounds good.
Journalist #1: So this is your sixth wedding, correct?
King Henry: Yes, this time I’ve found love for real.
Journalist #1: Do you really believe that?