Saying 'No' Like a Pro: Dad Edition – Start Here!

Fresh and Intersting Ways to Say No To Your Kids Every Monday Wednesday and Friday

October 04, 2024

Good morning,

This newsletter is all about turning the everyday dad duty of saying "no" into an art form — and having some laughs along the way! In future issues, we’ll dive into all sorts of fun and creative ways to say no, whether you’re dealing with endless snack requests, screen time negotiations, or random kid ideas that make you scratch your head.

Now to set the tone:

We’re just getting started on this wild ride through the world of expert-level “no’s,” so hold onto your hats! There's a whole lot more humor (and a whole lot more "no's") coming your way. So kick back, relax, and prepare to witness the art of dad-denials at its finest.


Let’s get started!


FUNNY WAYS TO SAY NO

MORE FUNNY WAYS TO SAY NO

"I would, but my couch needs me."

"Does my face say 'yes'? Didn’t think so."

"I can’t hear you over the sound of my 'No'."

MORE PLAYFUL SONG/WORD-BASED WAYS USING 'NO'

"If you’re happy and you know it, say no!" (Tune: "If You’re Happy and You Know It")

"No, no, no—let it go!" (Tune: "Let It Go" from Frozen)

"No-no-no, no-no-no, no-no, no-no!" (Tune: "La Bamba")

MORE SARCASTIC WAYS TO SAY NO

"I’ll add it to my list of things I’m not going to do."

"Sure, as soon as pigs fly."

"Oh, absolutely—just kidding."


HOW WOULD (or did) THE WIFE REPLY TO THESE?!

"I would, but my couch needs me."
 Wife's Reply: “Well, lucky for you, I can multitask—I'll ask the couch to share.”

"Does my face say 'yes'? Didn’t think so."
 Wife's Reply: “Your face is saying something… but I’ll let you figure that out.”

"I can’t hear you over the sound of my 'No'."
 Wife's Reply: “Good thing I speak fluent 'No.' It sounds like ‘Yes’ to me!”

"I’ll add it to my list of things I’m not going to do."
 Wife's Reply: “Perfect, right next to 'listening to my wife,' I’m sure.”

"Sure, as soon as pigs fly."
 Wife's Reply: “No problem! I’ll just go build them a runway.”

"Oh, absolutely—just kidding."
 Wife's Reply: “You know, sarcasm is a real workout. You must be in great shape.”

"If you’re happy and you know it, say no!" (Tune: "If You’re Happy and You Know It")
 Wife's Reply: “If you’re happy and you love me, do what I asked!”

"No, no, no—let it go!" (Tune: "Let It Go" from Frozen)
 Wife's Reply: “Funny, I thought we were letting go of excuses, not chores.”

"No-no-no, no-no-no, no-no, no-no!" (Tune: "La Bamba")
 Wife's Reply: “Love the remix! Now, how about a duet with some ‘Yes’ in the chorus?”


WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE WAY TO SAY NO?

We want to hear from you!

Do you have a funny way that you have told your kids (or 🫣 your wife 🫣) the word “No”? Reply and let us know! We’ll add it to a future newsletter!

We Also Want To Hear Your Stories!

Have you said no recently in a funny way? Let us know how you said “No” and we’ll feature the best ones in our upcoming issues!

This newsletter celebrates the art of saying "no" with humor and wit, showing how dads can turn everyday requests into playful moments. From catchy song parodies to sharp comebacks, each issue will offer new ways to have fun with refusals, alongside the clever responses from wives that keep the banter going. Keep an eye out for more laughs and clever "no" strategies coming your way in future editions!