There was a time when I took April Fools’ Day very seriously. Not in a “call in sick and pretend you’re on a beach in Cabo” kind of way—but in a very strategic, well-timed, just-believable-enough kind of way.
Elli and Don were, for years, the primary recipients of this effort. They never saw it coming. Which, in my opinion, is exactly the point.
So… Who Started This?
Like many traditions we all just go along with, April Fools’ Day has slightly unclear origins—but one of the most widely accepted stories goes back to 16th century France.
When the calendar shifted and New Year’s Day moved to January 1, not everyone got the message right away. Those who kept celebrating in late March or early April became the subject of jokes and small pranks—earning the title “April fools.”
And somehow, that energy carried forward for a few hundred years. Which feels right.
The Art of the Perfect Prank
There’s a difference between a good prank and an annoying one.
A good prank:
Is quick
Is harmless
Creates a moment of genuine confusion
Ends in laughter
An annoying prank:
Goes on too long
Requires clean-up
Makes someone question their life choices.
We’re not doing that. The goal is a pause… a double take… and then the realization. That’s it. That’s the magic.
My Personal Philosophy
I’ve always believed the best pranks live somewhere in the gray area of “wait… is this real?”
Not outrageous. Not impossible. Just believable enough to land.
It’s less about the prank itself—and more about the moment right after.
The look.
The realization.
The laugh.
That’s the win.
A Note to My Coworkers
I just want to say:
Please remain alert today. Nothing major. Nothing disruptive. Just… stay sharp.
In a world where everything moves fast and most days look the same, April Fools’ Day is a small reminder that it’s okay to break the pattern. And 'cmon, it's ok to have a little fun at the office.
You've been warned. hahaa
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