Often people confuse silliness with foolish or stupid behavior. Let me explain the difference. All great comedians incorporate some silliness into their routines. Jeff Dunham has Peanut. Jim Gaffigan shares silly thoughts with the audience about what he should have said. Ron White, normally complaining, had his pug dog on stage wrestling with him on the floor, in his special, “A Little Unprofessional.” That was unexpected and delightful!
If you want Foolish/Stupid behavior, watch The Three Stooges.
My favorite type of comedy is more subtle. It has unexpected and surprising turns that make you laugh out loud before you even realize it. I enjoy hearing about crazy family members, spouses, and children. Tell me about the silly things your dog does. Memories of funny moments are often funnier as you tell them.
This photo
was taken on a spring afternoon. My granddaughter wanted to go on a picnic, but it was raining on and off, and she had a cold. She was not happy about this change in her agenda. After 5 minutes of pouting, she begrudgingly agreed to have a tea party on our covered porch.
With our tea, we enjoyed fruit and cookies. However, she drank and nibbled and sat silent. Normally she is bouncy and full of life. You can’t get a word in edgewise, unless she is asking you questions. She asks A LOT of questions some days, and they are rapid fired at you as soon as you answer the prior one.
Hey, look like you’re having fun at least,” I said, aiming my camera at her. She does look like she is having fun, wouldn’t you agree?
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