Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 2, 2025, which means we "fall back" an hour Saturday before we go to bed.
But more than just a time change, Daylight Saving Time is a great opportunity to take care of a few semi-annual household tasks too. This transition offers a natural reminder to check in on the little things that help keep life running smoothly. And because adjusting to time changes can leave everyone a bit out of sync, we’ve also gathered a lighthearted collection of time-themed jokes to keep things light and fun while you catch up on your chores.
- Reset your manual clocks. Find the clocks that don’t adjust automatically — often on the stove, microwave, and/or coffee maker—and set them to the correct time.
- Replace smoke and carbon monoxide detector batteries. Ensure your safety devices are working properly and test these alarms while you’re at it.
- Review your family emergency and fire escape plans. Take a few minutes to go over safety procedures with everyone in your household.
- Schedule health checkups. Book any needed doctor, dentist, or vision appointments before your schedule fills up.
- Refresh medicine cabinets and first aid kits. Discard expired medications, replace used supplies, and restock essentials.
- Inspect your vehicles. Check tires, headlights, taillights, and brake lights to stay safe on the road.
- Check bikes and scooters. Make sure tires, brakes, and reflectors are in good shape for safe rides.
- Flip and rotate mattresses. This helps them wear evenly and extends their lifespan.
Now that the chores are done, how about a few jokes?
- What did one clock say to the other during Daylight Saving Time?
“You go ahead — I’ll fall back.” - Why did the clock get kicked out of class?
It tocked too much! - What does a clock do when it's hungry?
It goes back four (for) seconds! - What time is it when the clock strikes 13?
Time to get a new clock! - Why didn’t the clock work?
It needed a hand. - At what time does a duck wake up?
At the quack of dawn. - Why did the girl throw the clock out the window?
Because she wanted to see time fly. - I tried to make a belt out of watches…
But it was a waist of time.
As you reset your clocks and catch up on those semi-annual chores, don’t forget to take a minute to laugh, too. Daylight Saving Time might add or subtract an hour from our schedules, but a good sense of humor keeps everything running on time.
This article was polished with a little help from ChatGPT.
