What Happened There
Janet was surprised to see so many people standing around. What was happening? There was a commotion. They were calling their friends to come see.
Some shoppers were crowding around in the parking lot. As she walked towards the direction where she parked, she realized that it was her car. Why were people looking into her car?
Usual Rush
Janet, 35, was a busy mother of two living in Oklahoma, always running around with a to-do list as long as her arm. Today was no different.
Janet had woken up early that morning, determined to run all her errands and finish her shopping at Target before noon. She had a long list of items to purchase, and she had promised to pick up a few things for her neighbor, who was recovering from a broken leg.
Over Parked
As she pulled into the parking lot, she noticed that it was already getting crowded. She circled the lot a few times before finally finding a spot near the entrance.
She quickly gathered her things, including her purse, phone, and shopping list, and got out of the car. as she rushed into Target to complete her errands and get some much-needed shopping done.
Can’t Enter
As she walked towards the entrance of the store, she realized that she had forgotten her mask in the car. She turned around and headed back to her vehicle, intent on retrieving her mask and continuing with her shopping.
While she was walking back to her car, she heard a commotion outside. She looked up and saw a security officer trying to break into her car. Confused and alarmed, she rushed outside to see what was happening.
Convenient Commotion
To her shock, she found a crowd of people gathered around her car, with the security officer in the center, desperately trying to break open the windows. Janet was bewildered - what on earth was going on?
She started screaming at them, but they couldn’t see her. “Hey! Hey! Stop it!” Nobody was paying attention to her.
Rude People
Janet screamed at the officer, “What do you think you’re doing? Just wait till I get my hands on you.” She marched up to the car.
The security guard got a fright at the small lady screaming at him, he stopped banging at the window. He turned to face Janet who was almost near her car.
Fighting Back
She tried to get to her driver’s door through the crowd of people. The security guard approached her and said, “Ma’am, are you the owner of this vehicle?” Janet was about to give him a mouthful.
“Whad’ya think I'm standing here? Are you the security guard of this parking lot? How can you allow so many people to vandalize my vehicle?” She was letting him have it.
Maybe A Mistake
The security guard was quite taken aback, he didn’t know what to say. He tried to mumble something but Janet spoke too fast, he couldn’t get two words in.
“And another thing, none of you have the right to touch my car at all, it is not your property, how dare you?” Janet was furious, this was the first time any other shoppers had ever invaded her personal space.
Standing For Herself
Janet tried to calm down but she couldn’t breathe. She was overwhelmed. All the customers were looking at her and pointing to her car.
She was so angry; she couldn’t hear what they were saying. Until one lady stepped forward and said, “Look inside your car ma’am.” Janet was confused, what was inside her car?
A Missed Detail
As she approached the backseat of the car, she was in shock. Finally, she saw what everyone was shouting about.
She too would have been in shock if she saw it on the back seat of her car. Anybody would have got scared. In her mind she realized why the customers were all angry. But the security guard wanted the last word.
Bad Mom
The security officer turned to her and yelled, "Ma'am, you left your baby in the car! The windows are closed and it looks like it's not moving!" More people were gathering to take a closer look.
Janet's heart sank. How could she have been so absent-minded? She had made all these innocent people worry for nothing.
Non-Believers
Janet stepped in front of the security guard and said, “Everyone please, I can understand your concern, but you have nothing to worry about.”
Unfortunately, many people took the opportunity to insult her. A rude man interrupted her and said “You’re a bad mother lady!” Janet was starting to get frustrated. These people were wrong about her.
Only One Woman
Janet tried to talk over the crowd, but they were not listening. The security guard was also being mean and did not want to tell the people to go away.
She was alone, and afraid to open her car door just in case somebody tried to get in or harm her. She felt stuck. How did a small trip to target end up being a riot?
Finding Her Voice
Janet knew she had to get the people under control. So, she did something outrageous. Usually, she never would have done something like this.
She jumped up on her car bonnet, put her fingers in her mouth and whistled loudly. Finally! Everybody kept quiet for a few seconds. They stared up at her. Maybe she had their attention now.
Hear Me Out
“Listen! You all have the completely wrong idea! That is not a baby! I know it looks like one, but it’s not! It’s just a doll.” There were a few disbelieving murmurs in the crowd.
Someone yelled “Liar!” someone else yelled, “Show us!” Janet was frustrated, she knew she had no choice but to open the door and show them her baby.
This Is Proof
Janet jumped off the hood and took her keys out. “You don’t believe me?” she said with a smirk. “Look, I’ll show you,” she was sure they would eat their words.
She opened the backseat of the car. “Well here goes,” she said with a laugh. All eyes were on her. Everyone was shocked when she opened to reveal a baby car seat on the backseat of the car.
It Looks Real
She tried to explain that it was just a CPR doll, but no one was listening. The crowd was growing by the second, and people were starting to snap photos and make comments.
Janet felt humiliated and helpless. “Are you people blind? Can’t you see that it’s not a baby?” she said. But the people wanted to believe what they wanted to believe.
Just Like A Baby
Finally, one of the onlookers managed to open the window, and they all peered inside. To their relief, they saw that it was indeed just a doll - a very realistic one, but a doll nonetheless.
Janet pushed past them and said, “yes, it is!” She took the baby out of the car seat and threw it in the air. Everyone gasped in shock. How could she throw a baby in the air?
Real Reason
Janet tried to explain that she was a nurse trainer, and that she used the dolls to teach medical emergencies, but the crowd wasn't interested in hearing her explanation. She walked to the back of the trunk and opened it, “Here’s proof,” she said.
They were too busy laughing and taking photos of her trunk, which was filled with dozens of CPR dolls of all shapes and sizes.
Called Out
Janet felt embarrassed and ashamed. She had never felt so exposed and vulnerable before. She couldn't wait to get out of there and go home.
As she drove away from Target, Janet couldn't shake the feeling of humiliation and embarrassment that had taken hold of her. She felt like a terrible person, and she couldn't stop thinking about what could have happened if it had been a real baby in the car.
On The Spot
She made a mental note to always double-check the car before leaving it, and to never leave anything or anyone behind. She didn’t give her dolls a second thought when she jumped out the car.
She knew that the incident at Target would stay with her for a long time, but she hoped that it would serve as a reminder to always be vigilant and responsible. Other people can be very nosy and overstep their boundaries.
We Are Not Alone
Janet learned a valuable lesson from the incident at Target. She learned to never take anything for granted, and to always be aware of her surroundings. Especially in public spaces like parking lots where people are prone to peep in your windows.
She also learned that sometimes, things aren't always what they seem, and that it's important to always listen to others and consider their perspectives. But would that be enough for her?
Being Brave
As she pulled into her driveway, she felt a sense of relief and gratitude. She was thankful that nothing had happened to her training dolls, and that she had learned a valuable lesson in the process.
She knew that she would never forget the incident at Target, but she also knew that she would never let it define her. People could be cruel in this world.
A Funny Story
Janet walked inside her house, eager to relax and tell her husband all about her day. She knew that she had a lot of explaining to do, but she had to tell him how weird it was.
Janet was always one for a good laugh, and she loved nothing more than pulling pranks on her friends and family. So, she decided to take things a step further and pull a prank on someone she didn't even know - the security officer at her local Target store.
Won’t Leave It Alone
She had come up with the perfect plan. While her husband, Jason, waited in the car, Janet wrote a note and stuck it to the car window. The note read: "Don't worry about my baby, he has food and snacks. I'll be back in 10 minutes."
She knew the security guard would see the note and panic, thinking there was a baby left alone in the car.
Payback Time
And panic, he did. When the security guard saw the note, he immediately rushed over to the car, looking for the baby. He was confused and scratching his head.
But when he looked inside, he was shocked to find no baby, but rather a grown man - Jason. Janet had fooled him again!
She Got You Good
The security guard was shocked that this was happening for the second time that week. He had been pranked just a few days ago with a similar note. Finally, he put two and two together.
But now he realized that it was the same lady from before - Janet. He couldn't help but laugh at the cleverness of her prank. She got him good!
Gullible Guard
Janet and Jason couldn't resist the opportunity to make the security guard even more confused. They got out of the car and pretended to be searching for the "missing baby."
They looked under the seats, in the trunk, and even in the glove box, all while the security guard watched, dumbfounded. Jason was just sipping his smoothie, saying “baby, baby where are you?”
In The Name Of Fun
Finally, Janet revealed the truth to the security guard. She explained that it was all just a harmless prank, and there was no baby in the car.
The security guard couldn't help but laugh at the situation, relieved that there wasn't actually a baby in danger. Janet warned him that he had to be careful out there.
Laugh It Out
As they were all laughing and joking, a crowd began to gather around the car, intrigued by the commotion. Janet and Jason quickly realized that their prank had caught the attention of quite a few people.
They decided to put on a show for the crowd, pretending to be a bickering couple with a fake baby, all while the security guard watched, shaking his head and laughing.
The World We Live In
After the show was over, Janet and Jason thanked the security guard for being such a good sport. They knew that they had caused a bit of chaos, but they also knew that it was all in good fun.
The security guard smiled and waved as they drove away, knowing that he had just experienced one of the most hilarious moments of his career.
Backseat Baby
From that day on, the security guard made sure to keep an extra close eye on Janet and Jason whenever they came into the store. He never knew what they were going to do next, but he was always ready for a good laugh.
And as for Janet and Jason, they continued to pull pranks and make people smile wherever they went. They started the TikTok channel and pulled the same prank in a few parking lots, which earned them the nickname of the ‘Parking Parents’.
Were Famous Now
The clever couple became quite popular in their community. Janet and Jason were known as the mischievous couple who loved to pull pranks on people.
Their favorite spot was the parking lot of their local mall, where they would pretend to forget their baby in the car. Janet would act panicked and frantic while Jason pretended to be the baby, crying and wailing from inside the vehicle.
How Did It Begin
The couple were invited on a podcast where they described their humble beginnings. The first time they pulled this prank, they didn't know what kind of reaction they would get.
But when the security guard saw what was happening, he laughed so hard that he almost fell over. From that moment on, Janet and Jason became known as the "Parking Parents" among the mall staff and regular shoppers.
In Your Face
Their fame grew when they became verified on their TikTok channel showcasing their pranks. In one video, Janet pretended to accidentally lock Jason in the trunk while he screamed for help.
In another, they pretended to be parking attendants and gave out fake parking tickets to unsuspecting shoppers. They caused havoc and commotion wherever they went, when would this crazy couple stop?
Not For Everyone
Some people were good sports and laughed along with Janet and Jason, while others were not amused. One woman became so angry after realizing she had been pranked that she threatened to call the police.
But Janet and Jason didn't let the haters get them down. They were compared to the likes of ‘’Jackass the movie’ and other prank wars which is popular in American Culture.
Sorry Can You Help Me
One of their most successful pranks involved pretending to be lost and asking for directions. Janet would often use different accents and pretend she was foreign.
When the unsuspecting shopper started giving them directions, they would pull out a map and pretend to be confused, ultimately leading to a hilarious exchange that left everyone laughing.
Who Is A Good Person
Another time, they pretended to be in a car accident, with Janet acting as the hysterical driver and Jason pretending to be the injured passenger. They even went as far as pouring ketchup on Jason to make it look like he was bleeding.
The other drivers who stopped to help were shocked when they realized it was all a joke. They only cared about their growing following. Where would they draw the line?
Theatrical Performances
Janet and Jason's antics became more and more elaborate, with each prank topping the last. They even got creative with their costumes, dressing up as clowns, superheroes, and even as each other.
They used a lot of the money they generated into investing into better camera equipment and locations. It was like their full-time job, only they weren’t getting paid well for it.
All In A Days’ Work
Despite some negative reactions, the Parking Parents continued to amass a large following on social media. They were interviewed by local news stations and even appeared on a national talk show.
Janet and Jason loved the attention and relished in their newfound fame. But how long would it last before people got tired of their invasive games?
Our Time Has Come
As suspected, their reign as the kings and queens of parking lot pranks eventually came to an end. One day, they decided to pull their most daring prank yet.
They pretended to be carjackers, with Jason acting as the thief and Janet as the terrified victim. But things quickly got out of hand when a real police officer arrived on the scene. They were in real life trouble.
Life Is No Joke
The officer wasn't amused by their prank and promptly arrested them both for disorderly conduct. Janet and Jason spent the night in jail, regretting their decision to take things too far.
They realized that their pranks were causing more harm than good and that they needed to find a better outlet for their creativity. They took advantage of their lock up and posted live about the real-life repercussions of bad behavior. The video was titled, ‘The Parking Parents have been impounded.’
Game Over
In the end, Janet and Jason learned an important lesson about the consequences of their actions. They may have had a lot of fun pulling pranks, but they also caused a lot of stress and worry for the people they targeted.
They decided to use their platform to spread positivity instead, creating videos that made people laugh without causing harm. But was this really who they were?
Another Angle
Their TikTok channel changed from a source of pranks to a source of comedy skits and lighthearted humor. They still dressed up in costumes and made funny faces, but now they did it with the intention of bringing joy to their followers.
They would often tag their videos with, “No viewers were harmed in the making of these videos.” Although many complained that they died of laughter.
The Joke Is On Us
Janet and Jason may no longer be known as the Parking Parents, but they are still loved and admired for their creativity and humor. They proved that you don't need to pull mean pranks to be funny and that kindness and humor can go a long way in making the world a better place.
The couple are still going strong and continue to keep their relationship alive by pulling pranks on each other. After all, laughter is the spice of life.