Joke (Apr. 2)

One of the things you learn to do as a kid is tell jokes. See they are the quick little stories that make us laugh through their imaginative use of word or situation. It can also turn into a practicle joke where there is some action taken against a friend to see their reaction. Unfortunately there is a line that seems to get blurred and crossed all too frequently. See no matter what the situation or story there are times when a joke may offend or put someone in a situation that could cause damage to the relationship. Most of us know that this is the case and that the joke is not intended to hurt but the possibility of hurt is there. It makes it tough when you see some comedians these days who for a living tell jokes, most of which seem to cross those lines and often at the expense of perfect strangers. But you are put in a place where you need to stand up and be the better person. So go ahead, find those stories to tell that will make people laugh but be careful that these stories are not going to hurt those listening. The idea is to laugh rather than cry or get angry.