A laugh is just like sunshine, It freshens up the day, It tips the peak of life with light And drives the clouds away; The soul goes glad that hears it And feels its courage strong; A laugh is just like sunshine For cheering folks along. A laugh is just like music It lingers in the heart, And where its melody is heard The ills of life depart; And happy thoughts come crowding Its joyful notes to greet; A laugh is just like music For making living sweet. -- Anonymous
This little poem by an unknown poet says so much about the power of laughter that it seems to have encapsulated a whole book on the subject. Enjoy the beauty of the words and the meaning hidden in them.