Old Ed Gives His Family Some Shocking News Before He Passes

Many people want to pass on some wisdom to the ones that matter most in their lives. We give it to help guide our children as they maneuver their way through life and as we get older, we seem to have more wisdom in our storehouse to give.

The problem is that the wisdom we pass along will not always be well received. It may also not be given in a way that allows it to sink in. That was the case in the following joke when an old man said something on his deathbed that shocked his family.

Nearing the end, old Ed is surrounded by his loved ones.

As the final moment approaches, he gathers all his strength and whispers, “I must tell you my greatest secret.”

His family members are all ears, and urge him to go on.

“When I was young, I had it all,” explains Ed. “Fast cars, cute girls, and plenty of money. But a good friend warned me, ‘Get married and start a family. Otherwise, no one will be there to give you a glass of water to drink when you’re on your deathbed.’

So I took his advice. I traded the girls for a wife and beer for baby food. I sold my Ferrari and invested in college funds.

And now here we are. And you know what?”

“What?” Whisper the fascinated members of his family.

“I’m not even thirsty!”