My father-in-law often had little to add to family conversations but his words usually left a “mind-picture” that listeners would find digitized in their minds for a lifetime. Each day when I go for a quiet walk his words scroll through my mind again and I am cheered. There will soon be an opportunity to put them into action, and I hear them again: “If you meet someone who doesn’t have a smile, give them one.” Unwittingly, they have been gifted to me once again. Fortunately this pattern of thought was passed along to the next generation.
One of my favourite authors, Deepak Chopra describes laughter as a symptom of spirituality. “Laughter is the flow of love, coursing through your body, the nectar of the present moment. Scientific studies have shown that laughter can enliven the immune system, raise pain thresholds, and ease depression. Have the intention to lighten up and be open to the wonder and delight of living life.”
Children often show the example of bringing smiles of joy to parents and others. Their actions show the delight of movement requiring few words. Bob Hope, one of our greatest comedians needed few words. His lines were short and spirited, with no smile on his face, as he listened for their enthusiastic response.
The people of Haiti who face so many challenges at this moment can be heard singing together through dark nights outside as they waited for the light of day to help with the rescue of others and welcome help from the rest of the world.
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