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Why Bother Laughing With Others?

Laughing With Others I enjoy a good laugh, and sometimes, while by myself, I will snicker at something. A phrase from a book I’m reading, watching the squirrels squirreling around in my yard, or noticing the neighbor’s cat waiting on the ledge of their owner’s bedroom window willing them to wake up and let it…
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Why Bother Remembering a Child’s Innocence?

Remembering a Child’s Innocence Remember when you didn’t think so much? Remember when you knew you didn’t know so much? Remember when you felt naive, curious, and unsuspicious, but not foolish? Whenever I look at the face of a child I’m reminded of their wonderful innocence, their frankness and their fearlessness. They express their awe…
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Why Bother Listening for the Funny in Stories?

The Funny in Stories I recently read a book about humor. The author told of how he and his wife take time each evening to listen to funny stories. But the funny stories they listen to are not from each other, neither are they from the funny stories they may have heard from someone else…
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Why Bother Experiencing Humor in the Mundane?

Experiencing Humor in the Mundane I enjoy a “good” laugh. Laughing keeps me from taking life too seriously. Laughing reminds me that there is always a lighter side to any circumstance. Laughing reminds me that even though we may experience an awful day, tomorrow is a fresh start.  We’ve all been created with the necessary…
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