First, I have to say I had never heard of Harvard Square Library, even though I worked in Harvard Square many years ago. I looked it up and what a wonderful website! Thank you for that.
Second, I do love some good wordplay, and puns are a favorite. In fact, I once entered ten puns in a contest, hoping one would win. But no pun in ten did.
This was such a fun read and I agree with laughter being the best medicine! If I'm having a shitty day I quit everything early and resort to Netflix for a standup comedy special or two.
I'm very lucky to have a naturally funny dog who makes me laugh several times throughout the day. She is my medicine!
We need to get in touch with our inner Kindergartners. 500! I remember that Norman Cousins story. I believe the act of smiling alone can improve one’s mood.
My all-time favorite joke. A skeleton walked into a bar. The bartender asked, "What'll it be?" The skeleton said, " Bring me a beer... and a mop."
For a lot of hilarity, I recommend YouTube's "Dry Bar". It is a venue based in Provo, Utah. The comedians who are featured are so very funny - and they don't use offensive language. Talk about belly laughs!
To answer Heather's question in newsletter post about why the pen broke up with the pencil: Because it acquired pencilitis. That would be the writing instrument version of Pancolitis. Note to distinguish pun from fact: Pancolitis is real; pencilitis is not.
Worth noting: There's a ton of great stand-up available on Netflix, Amazon Prime, and elsewhere. Watch any of the specials from Jim Gaffigan or John Mulaney and you're all but guaranteed some big laughs... and lots of them!
We are so on the same page! Tomorrow I am going to speak to parents who have children with significant support needs (many are neurodivergent) and one of my messages is how we use humor to heal. I wrote a piece that I am going to post later with some kids jokes that I've used to get things started.
I love being on the same page with you. You will see soon :)
You are so right. Humor plays a big role in health and wellness. I'm no expert, but for me humor can be something as simple as seeing the funny side of little things that happen throughout the day. It doesn't have to be a big belly laugh. Have fun exploring! And thank you for reading...
I can't remember one at the moment, but the Corp Hell Job where I works has a white board in the break room where people write Dad jokes. Nothing on the board today though.
😂 😂
Thanks Heather - I feel so joyful after reading your article! There is nothing like a good belly laugh.
Can't remember a single pun lol
Thanks so much for reading, Janet. I'm so glad you got a laugh!
First, I have to say I had never heard of Harvard Square Library, even though I worked in Harvard Square many years ago. I looked it up and what a wonderful website! Thank you for that.
Second, I do love some good wordplay, and puns are a favorite. In fact, I once entered ten puns in a contest, hoping one would win. But no pun in ten did.
Ha ha ha. Excellent pun, Scott! Thanks for sharing it!
So glad this brought some joy to your day.
Thank you
I hope it brought you some laughter. :-)
Happy Tuesday!
Thank you for reading.
This was such a fun read and I agree with laughter being the best medicine! If I'm having a shitty day I quit everything early and resort to Netflix for a standup comedy special or two.
I'm very lucky to have a naturally funny dog who makes me laugh several times throughout the day. She is my medicine!
Yes, you are lucky to have a funny dog! There's all kinds of science behind how dogs make us healthier. They really are a person's best friend!
I hope to see more pics of your pup in future posts!
Finding a good balance is critical to a great life. And what great life doesn't include a lot of laughing. Thanks for sharing Heather
We need to get in touch with our inner Kindergartners. 500! I remember that Norman Cousins story. I believe the act of smiling alone can improve one’s mood.
Your posts always make my day.
I can’t think of anything punny.
My all-time favorite joke. A skeleton walked into a bar. The bartender asked, "What'll it be?" The skeleton said, " Bring me a beer... and a mop."
For a lot of hilarity, I recommend YouTube's "Dry Bar". It is a venue based in Provo, Utah. The comedians who are featured are so very funny - and they don't use offensive language. Talk about belly laughs!
Ha ha. Love your joke, Sharron. Those are my kind of jokes!
I'll definitely check out 'Dry Bar'. I'm a fan of 'clean' humor too.
Thanks for your comments!
To answer Heather's question in newsletter post about why the pen broke up with the pencil: Because it acquired pencilitis. That would be the writing instrument version of Pancolitis. Note to distinguish pun from fact: Pancolitis is real; pencilitis is not.
Great answer, Blake! And very original!
Worth noting: There's a ton of great stand-up available on Netflix, Amazon Prime, and elsewhere. Watch any of the specials from Jim Gaffigan or John Mulaney and you're all but guaranteed some big laughs... and lots of them!
Thanks for the tips, Rick! I'll check those out!
We are so on the same page! Tomorrow I am going to speak to parents who have children with significant support needs (many are neurodivergent) and one of my messages is how we use humor to heal. I wrote a piece that I am going to post later with some kids jokes that I've used to get things started.
I love being on the same page with you. You will see soon :)
What a great idea, Jill. I'm looking forward to reading your post (and hearing about your visit with those parents).
Not a pun but my favorite quote by the late great Yogi Berra when talking about a restaurant in NYC:
"Nobody goes there anymore. It's too crowded."
Thanks for the laughs today, Heather. I agree, laughter is good medicine.
Thanks, Jim. I love Yogi Berra. Have you seen the documentary 'It Ain't Over'? We really enjoyed the look into his life. It's available on Netflix.
Haven't seen it. I'll check it out!
I loved the puns!!!!
Thanks, Janice. Glad they brightened your day!
After reading this, I discovered it have no idea what kind of humor I like. Seems that might be part of health and wellness. 💕
You are so right. Humor plays a big role in health and wellness. I'm no expert, but for me humor can be something as simple as seeing the funny side of little things that happen throughout the day. It doesn't have to be a big belly laugh. Have fun exploring! And thank you for reading...
I can't remember one at the moment, but the Corp Hell Job where I works has a white board in the break room where people write Dad jokes. Nothing on the board today though.