This was such a delightful read and I’ve often turned to laughter in somber, sobering times. What are your thoughts about this: I feel like adults we lose our sense of playfulness which diminishes the chances/opportunities for laughter. As kids, with play as the primary goal, those opportunities are abundant. Do you think that’s a part of the disparity?
Certainly, if your focus is on playing and exploration-you are bound to find laughter. There is just so much that kids find funny, even very simple things. As adults we lose that, we can be so serious( and of course with some good reasons) and it's about where we are putting our attention. We have to be more purposeful in making room for laughter.
This was such a delightful read and I’ve often turned to laughter in somber, sobering times. What are your thoughts about this: I feel like adults we lose our sense of playfulness which diminishes the chances/opportunities for laughter. As kids, with play as the primary goal, those opportunities are abundant. Do you think that’s a part of the disparity?
Certainly, if your focus is on playing and exploration-you are bound to find laughter. There is just so much that kids find funny, even very simple things. As adults we lose that, we can be so serious( and of course with some good reasons) and it's about where we are putting our attention. We have to be more purposeful in making room for laughter.
We are not a perfect family. But we definitely know how to laugh. For that, I am always grateful.
Me too!
Love this remembrance. Laughter is powerful in its ability to lighten any atmosphere and stimulate joy.
It really is. Thank you Susan for your kind words!