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My father-in-law has always been tough to pull a prank on. That is until I came along. I love him to death and have been one of a very few that have been able to prank the man and still live to tell about it…..I mean gloat about it…..

So, a few years back he had stopped by our house after work to say hi. Well, for whatever reason, I really cannot remember if I even had one, I proceded to tell him that our KFC had experienced a fire in their building that day and they may not be operating for business. I remember now, mom-in-law was out of town, and when she is out of town he treats himself to KFC, one of his favorite places to eat. Don’t mess with the man’s KFC. Anyway, I had him so convinced that he grabbed the phone book, picked up the phone and called them to see if they were open. I don’t know how I was able to keep a straight face, but I did. Once he got off the phone, I just laughed and laughed and he I think, was quite relieved. I even got him a fake plastic bucket of chicken one time for his birthday, complete with fake biscuit, cole slaw and potatoes. Walmart had one of those kids’ sets that had the KFC logo and everything.

So, for whatever reason I had decided it was about time for another prank on poor Kenneth. This time had to top the last, no doubt. So, I get online and find the KFC logo and create a letter in Word complete with a bright red border . I printed an envelope with the logo on it as well and mailed it to Greenville.  By the way, the 800-number on the letter is a real number, but not for KFC-it will get you in touch with the National Council on Aging.

August 13, 2009

KFC Corporation

P.O. Box 725489

Atlanta, GA 31139

(800) 222-2225

Mr. Kenneth Deaton,

We at KFC Corporation wish to express our appreciation for your continued support through the years. However, it has been brought to the attention of our corporate office that you have been frequenting our Greenville, Texas establishment much too often for a man in your age demographic, 45-60 year olds. At KFC we are committed to providing a variety of healthier options, such as our Roasted Caesar Salad and the Oven Roasted Twister Wrap to satisfy a hungry man’s appetite.

As partners in your health, we are making a decision that will, essentially, keep you a healthy man for many years to come. Regretfully, we must prohibit you from eating at the Greenville, Texas location for the period of one year. The effective date is September 1, 2009, and you will not be able to patron this location until September 1, 2010.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We feel it is in the best interest of you, our most valuable patron. Please contact us at (800)-222-2225 if you have any questions regarding this matter and one of our friendly customer service associates will be glad to assist you.

Sincerely,

Pat M., VP Consumer Affairs, KFC Corp.

We had quite the laugh over this one, and thankfully so did he.  I will be watching my back though…….

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