There’s a viral image making the rounds on social media featuring a fictional Fisher Price playset that depicts toddlers enjoying drinks at a toy bar. Many of my acquaintances have sent it to me as a joke, and as a former bartender turned writer, I find the concept amusing. The box art shows two children nestled against a plastic bar, suggesting they’re being served pretend beverages by a rugged bartender.
While I chuckled and moved on, not everyone shared my sense of humor. The comedian responsible for the viral post, Jake Smith, boasts over two million followers on Facebook, and the reactions to his post reveal that some individuals lack a sense of fun — and are quite gullible.
One comment directed at Fisher-Price read, “Are you seriously promoting drinking with this so-called ‘children’s’ toy?” Another user insisted, “This should be taken off the market!”
Others went further, expressing outrage that such a product could even be conceived. “This is a sign of the times! My children would never play with something like this!” they lamented. “This trivializes drinking, and it will influence kids negatively!”
A user even proclaimed, “This is ridiculous! These kids will grow up to be alcoholics!” Yes, because surely this fictional playset is a gateway to a life of heavy drinking.
The general consensus among these commenters seems to be a lack of understanding that this toy is not real. “If this playset were actually available, it would sell out immediately,” I’d argue. Plus, why should bartending be viewed as a lesser form of imaginative play? Children role-play as everything from superheroes to villains, so why not a bartender? At least it’s not violent.
Amber Johnson, a spokesperson for Fisher-Price, stated, “Recently, some humorous, fictitious products have emerged online, likely from adult fans who grew up with our toys. We take our responsibility in developing quality toys very seriously, but it’s clear these suggestions come from a place of fondness for our brand.” In essence, they have a sense of humor, and perhaps we should too.
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In summary, the uproar over a fictional toy illustrates how easily people can be misled and how humor can often be lost on those who take parenting too seriously. Let’s learn to appreciate the lighter side of parenting!