Using the artificial intelligence system CHAT GPT. I asked it to write an obituary for a fictional Georgie the Clown, built on a few provided facts.
I then asked it to turn back the clock, and write a matching Family Christmas Letter.
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Georgie was one of the most famous clowns in the United States. Born in 1907, he briefly attended college at the University of Delaware in drama, before moving to Jacksonville, Florida in 1927 to join the circus. He apprenticed to some of the greatest clowns of the day. He developed several novel tricks using glasses of colored water, for which he was well-known. In the 1950s, he traveled and performed both in Europe and Japan. In 1940, he married Abbie, who was also a clown. She soon retired and devoted herself to home-making. Georgie had 7 children, six outside his marriage. He retired in 1967 and died in 1990 at the age of 83.
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OUTPUT:
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Georgie, the beloved clown who brought laughter and joy to audiences around the world. Born in 1907, Georgie had a passion for the circus from a young age and pursued his dreams by attending the University of Delaware for drama before apprenticing with some of the greatest clowns of his time.
His talent for creating novel tricks using glasses of colored water earned him a reputation as one of the most famous clowns in the United States. In the 1950s, he toured both Europe and Japan, delighting audiences with his comedic performances.
In 1940, Georgie married Abbie, a fellow clown, and together they created a loving home. Though Abbie retired from the circus to focus on homemaking, Georgie continued to perform and touched the lives of many with his humor and kindness.
Georgie was a devoted family man and a proud father of seven children. He retired from performing in 1967, but his legacy as a clown and performer lives on. He passed away in 1990 at the age of 83, leaving behind a lasting impact on the world of clowning.
We will always remember Georgie's contagious smile, his mischievous tricks, and his unwavering commitment to spreading joy wherever he went. May he rest in peace.
Write a family Christmas letter for the year before Georgie died. I iterated it several times by asking that details be added (the fire, the Vespa, the skydiving...).
OUTPUT:
Dear Family and Friends,
As the holiday season approaches, Georgie and I wanted to share some exciting news with you all. This year has been full of surprises, including the discovery of a biological daughter that Georgie had been unaware of for 25 years. We have been overjoyed to welcome this new addition to our family and have been getting to know her and her family. She has brought so much love and joy into our lives and we are grateful for this unexpected blessing.
Unfortunately, this year has also had its challenges. I was working in the kitchen, experimenting with new recipes, when a large kitchen fire occurred. We are grateful that no one was hurt and that our insurance covered all the damages.
In addition to the kitchen fire, our daughter Jennifer announced that she had been abducted by aliens. Although we were initially concerned, her hallucinations responded well to psychiatric medication and she is doing much better.
On a brighter note, Georgie had to give up driving due to cataracts but instead of feeling discouraged, he got himself a Vespa and has been getting around town on that. It's been a fun change for him and he loves the freedom it gives him. As a Vespa owner, he has even been able to get a 15% discount on his skydiving lessons! We are so proud of him for embracing new experiences and trying new things.
And to add to his list of exciting adventures, Georgie was thrilled to be cast as a minor character in season six of his favorite television show, Lucifer. He has always been a huge fan of the show and to be a part of it is a dream come true for him.
Our children and grandchildren continue to bring us happiness and we are proud of their accomplishments. Our eldest son, John, continues to do well in his law firm and our daughter, Sarah, and her family continue to bring us joy.
As we look ahead to the holidays, we are filled with gratitude and excitement. We are grateful for our friends and family, and the love and support you have shown us. We hope that you are all well and enjoying the festive season.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
With love and appreciation,
// Georgie and Abbie
