Sometimes the funniest stories come not from what’s said, but from what’s left unsaid. This little tale about a husband, a wife, and a pair of silk pajamas has been making people laugh for years — and for good reason.
It all begins with a phone call.
The Husband’s Call
One afternoon, a man phoned his wife from work sounding excited. “Honey,” he said, “I’ve just been invited to go fishing out of town with my boss and some colleagues for a whole week. This could be a big opportunity for me — you know how much I want that promotion. Spending some time with the boss outside the office could really help.”
He continued with a list of requests: “Can you please pack enough clothes for the week, get my rod and tackle box ready, and don’t forget to pack my new blue silk pajamas?”
The wife was quiet for a moment. Something about his tone made her suspicious. Still, she didn’t argue. She wanted to be supportive, so she carefully packed his bags. Shirts and pants for each day, a warm jacket in case the weather turned cold, his fishing gear, and yes — those shiny new pajamas he seemed oddly concerned about.
As he headed out the door, she kissed him goodbye and wished him luck.
