The importance of laughter.

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Is laughter important to you? If so, how has it played a role in your life thus far? As I grow older I begin to learn that life can be extremeley difficult at times. Most of us are faced with times of sandess, grief, solitude and tribulation. I believe that everybody should find a reason to laugh when ever they can, especially in times of adversity. I'm aware that the last thing most of us feel like doing is giggling when something tragic has occurred. However, we need laughter, especially when the outlook is bleak. When I feel depressed I go to Blockbuster and rent two or three comedy movies. In other words, I purposely look for a reason to laugh, knowing I will feel better if I do. I think through humor we can heal ourselves. Too many of us feel guilty for laughing after a bereavement, for example. I have never really understood that. After my grandmother died I made a point of remembering funny things she said and did with the sole purpose of making the family laugh at her Wake. Laughing at the joy my grandmother gave us during her life was my way of showing how much I loved and respected her. I know that she would want me to remember her and laugh as opposed to crying.