Picture this: A quiet backyard, a tiny grave, and a toddler bidding farewell to her trusted pacifier. Intrigued? You should be. In a world full of monumental milestones, here’s a story that proves even the smallest steps deserve a grand exit.
Why Have a Funeral for a Pacifier?
When Jake Bishop and his wife Courtney realized their vivacious 3-year-old daughter, Hazel, was ready to part with her pacifier, they didn’t just take it away. Instead, they chose to make the moment unforgettable. Because why not? Emotions are meant to be felt, after all.
So, on May 18th, the day before Hazel’s third birthday, the Bishops held an earnest yet humorous backyard funeral for Hazel’s beloved pacifier. The idea sprouted from videos Jake, an artist from St. Louis, Missouri, saw online. People burying pacifiers in the ground? Genius.
The Ceremony: Emotions and Crocs
The event was a spur-of-the-moment decision. Imagine Jake, tying on a suit jacket and a haphazard tie, all while slipping into Crocs. Oh, the multi-faceted talents of a dad in action!
Jake took a breath and started eulogizing the pacifier, or ‘Paci,’ as they’d lovingly nicknamed it. He even mimicked pacifier noises to add a touch of authenticity. “Who knew a plastic nipple could evoke such deep sentiments?”
“Hello, everyone. We are gathered here to remember Pass ‘The Pacifier’ Bishop, one of the greatest pacis to have ever graced the lips of a toddler,” Jake solemnly began, drawing chuckles and sniffles from the attendees.
The ceremony ended with a bagpipe serenade and Hazel proudly saluting, her face shining with the accomplishment.
The Next Morning: Surprises Galore
The morning after the emotional eulogy, Hazel woke up to find a surprise basket atop the burial site. It doubled as a birthday celebration. From lollipops to glow sticks, Reese’s cupcakes, and even a new bike—Hazel had a mix of surprises to look forward to.
Jake admitted, “She hasn’t mentioned the pacifier, hasn’t had any meltdowns. She’s embraced this transition to big girlhood. It’s been incredible.” The proud moment for any parent, indeed.
But here’s the twist: Jake shared a TikTok video of the funeral, and it has since gone viral. Over 2 million views and 6,000 comments later, Jake is still in shock. “My hand started cramping from all the loving comments,” he chuckled.
