Humor Brief

Funny things are everywhere. Consider these actual label instructions from consumer goods...

On a portable stroller: "Caution: Remove infant before folding for storage."

On Marks & Spencer Bread Pudding: "Product will be hot after heating."

On Nytol Sleep Aid: "Warning: May cause drowsiness."

On a Sears hairdryer: "Do not use while sleeping."

On Boot's Children's Cough Medicine: "Do not drive a car or operate machinery after taking this medication."

On some Schwann frozen dinners: "Serving suggestion: Defrost."

On packaging for a Rowenta iron: "Do not iron clothes on body."

On some brands of Christmas lights: "For indoor or outdoor use only."

On a Japanese food processor: "Not to be used for the other use."

On a child's superman costume: "Wearing of this garment does not enable you to fly."


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For the Health of It:  The labels above may have been unintentionally humorous, but you can intentionally incorporate funny instructions in memos, newsletters, or other correspondence. It'll get attention and make it more memorable!


This Jest In:  This is a great time of year to enjoy a holiday concert or theater show. Check out links from the Entertainment page at www.buffalocvb.org to Artpark, the BPO, Center for the Arts, local theaters, and much more. If you haven't already, request info or sign up for e-lists that interest you!


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Humor Briefs are provided by the Humor & Health Association of WNY, an affiliate of The Wellness Institute. It's only about 4.3 laughs per month, but we hope it makes a difference. Have a fun(ny) joke, quote, idea, or event we could share? Please reply to let us know!