The reason, as we all know, is the worst pandemic to hit America in over 100 years, a crippled economy, and a president that's completely out of control.
It's tough getting guffaws when people are wondering where their next meal is coming from, or if they'll be evicted from their homes.
Despite the massive wave of challenges there are still people who manage to laugh. My theory is humor is in our DNA.
I got a good laugh today after reading about some guy back east - where the snow is coming down like a solid white blanket - who gave his neighbors (and social media) something to laugh about.
He used a flame thrower - I'm not making this up - to melt the snow on his driveway. The kicker was he dressed up like cousin Eddie in National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation.
What a hilarious sight - seeing your neighbor wearing a white bathroom and snow cap with flaps swinging a flamethrower from side-to-side by his curb.
Classic
The point is, I'm always looking for a good laugh. In the Era of Trump this is almost Mission Impossible, unless you make an effort to turn away from all the shiny objects Trump waves every day.
If you can't find anything to laugh about around you, don't be afraid to look for comedians on TV and social media. I consider them First Responders for people who are bummed out.
Laughter is a balm for the suffering soul. It's a power that shouldn't be underestimated. Especially when times are dark.
I take heart with poet Robert Frost's quote; "If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane."
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