My in-laws came from out of town to visit yesterday. That may sound like a good reason to go back to drinking. But no, not with this family. My family and my wife's family were neighbors and good friends long before their daughter and I had our first date.
We all have lots to talk about, like our children and grandchildren, the grandchild on his way this August, recent life events, and memories of decades past. We always share plenty of laughs. It may seem odd to many people, but on this day-after-in-laws visit, I want to share a passage from The Pursuit of Happiness, by David G. Myers (https://davidmyers.org/).
"People who laugh readily and view life with a sense of humor find stressful events less disturbing. 'Hearty' laughter tones the cardiovascular system, exercises the lungs, and releases muscle tension....indeed, he who laughs, lasts."
I laughed while drank, but that's clearly not the same thing.
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