When Bad News Gets Funny… and Tweeted

I’m currently obsessed with fictional Twitter accounts. Creative tweeters like GodDamnBatman and DrunkHulk are always good for a laugh and the recent Fwitter (that’s Fake Twitter to those not in the know… which is most of you since I just made that up) mayoremanuel is using Twitter to promote the fake Rahm’s wry sense of humor. It’s as though creative writing has lept from the promising young novelists typewriter and onto the web in 140 characters or less.

And now Fwitters are being created to add some levity to otherwise worrisome news.

Take the cobra that recently escaped (or was lost or went on vacation) from the Bronx Zoo. At first you think, “Holy Crap! There’s a cobra roaming around New York City! Run for your lives!” And then you get online and discover that some witty wordsmith has created BronxZoosCobra on Twitter.

This new ~~Fwitter~~ (ok, I’ll accept that I’m probably not going to get this to catch on) Twitter account is chronicling the cobra’s escapades from his (or her?) point of view.

I mean, this stuff is hilarious! There are tons more to choose from but I can’t help but think that this is a great way to take bad news (albeit, not detrimental news) and make it fun. Imagine the possibilities if other minor dramas can be enjoyed through humor and sarcasm. What better way to trudge through problems than with a smile on your face?

Hmm, what pseudo-problem can I take on through jest? I must ponder. Back soon.

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About the author

I’m Tommy, a writer and storyteller who works in marketing for the arts and cultural communities. I’m the author of Mabel Stanley and the Town That Was Built All Wrong, a fun and heartfelt book, and I’m currently working on a novel about self-discovery and the complexities of memory. Writing is a big part of my life, but I also enjoy creating experiences that bring people together, which is why my husband, Matt, and I co-run the online store Have Fun Spread Joy. It’s all about embracing the playful side of life and giving back along the way. I’m married to Matt, and we share our home with our two pets, Zoey (the cat) and Dixie (the dog). When I’m not writing, working on our store, or doing marketing for the arts, I like to dive into theater, something I want to get more involved with over time. I was diagnosed with ADHD, and while it comes with its own set of challenges, it also gives me a unique perspective that I try to channel into everything I do. Whether it’s writing, working on creative projects, or finding ways to spread joy, I’m all about making a lasting impact in whatever I do.

Tommy Karr