Laughter creates the most memorable moments for me.
I know for some, pain creates more memories. With painful experiences, I typically confront them, assess them, process them, then move on from them.
Joyful and hilarious experiences, however, I allow to remain forever in my memories. The more I recall them, the funnier they get. They create an unbreakable bond between me and those who experienced them with me.
The hardest relationships for me to get over have been those where we had a lot of shared laughter. For those where laughter was rare, the healing was easier. This applies to both romantic relationships and friendships.
My Mom and Dad both had exceptional senses of humor. Laughter was a staple in our home. At night, I'd hear them cracking each other up downstairs in front of the television or in the privacy their bedroom. Their laughs were so contagious, I'd laugh just hearing them laugh, even though I had no idea what they were laughing about.
Laughter is life-giving. When you find someone you can laugh with, truly laugh...that relationship is worth holding onto for life.
That's what life is all about, I've decided. Love and laughter. Laughter and Love.
Constantly Thinking...
