Illusions are easy to execute on children, and when done properly, they can be extremely adorable.

Case in point: In the video below, a young brother and sister are standing at the glass door wondering what dad is up to outside. That's when dad adheres to old adage of showing rather than telling. What ensues in just six seconds is hilarious, heartwarming and even heroic.

(H/t to the Essential Baby Facebook page for posting the video)

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A rendering of the columbarium memorial that is estimated to be completed by next summer or fall in the southeast part of Oakland Cemetery, officials said. (Courtesy of Historic Oakland Foundation)

Credit: Historic Oakland Foundation