Laughter-An Odd Coincidence

Yesterday, one of our school books talked about laughter and humor and the different types of humor. Then it gave an assignment to try to make someone laugh. Within minutes, 2 of the 3 had made me and each other laugh.

One of my children, however, wasn't laughing. I take this personally. Well, after all, it was probably my fault-something to do with math and allergies. I wanted to make him laugh today...not just chuckle...laugh.

All day long, I tried various known to work previously laughter techniques; wit, sarcasm, jokes, etc. but the best I got was a smirk or a grin. This would not do, however, he was determined to hold it in.

Then it happened. I was distracted. I hate when that happens. As often happens, more than one person was talking to me at a time. My son wanted to know what was for supper? My daughter wanted to know where was the cat?

I just wanted to watch America's Got Talent...did you see that one guy-he really was a good example for the kids of how sometimes you have to play to your audience or you will come off, not funny.

Anyway, I was grabbing a light supper for myself and sitting down when the questions were thrown at me, so I answered back in the same way I usually do-quick and loud and hope they hear it style.

"I don't know...oh..there's the cat."

He laughed! Yes! And I wasn't even trying to make him laugh, I was just being myself.

Have a great day filled with laughter.

JulieD


Question/Thought of the Day: Have you tried doing something that never seems to work, so you try harder or try a different technique? Perhaps, you need to just step back from the situation and be yourself. It's ok, to just be yourself.