let's stick to the high ground -- chicken soup & laughter

[Guest guest]

All right everyone, now let's rally and stick to the high ground. It is just plain not good for any of us to start attacking. That kind of stuff is the "dubious luxury of so-called 'normal' people." If a new person comes in and is not the most diplomatic--let's just let that person settle in and learn gradually, not back him or her into a corner with our adverse reactions.

As an MSer, I think I can say that MSers are known for being quick-triggered and angry people, did you know that? There's been lots written to disprove it, but the reputation still lingers....so let's not add to it. I know we're not all MSers here, but think it's worth mentioning.

Also, I've been meaning to write about the importance of laughter in getting well. Norman Cousins wrote a wonderful book called THE ANATOMY OF AN ILLNESS and had many well years after fighting off a serious illness with laughter. My aunt did some archivist work for him so I know through her that this was true.

He would find something to laugh HARD at each day. I believe he liked the 3 Stooges. Their wit escapes me but my Dad loved them too so maybe it's a guy thing? Anyway, the ALL THINGS BRIGHT & BEAUTIFUL books ring my chimes--so do I LOVE LUCY reruns. There are lots of things that make me laugh. AA friends tell me all the time that if they have a headache & can get a good laugh at an AA meeting, they'll always leave with no headache. So I look to laugh EVERY DAY and I just know it's tuning up my immune system like crazy!

Welcome to the new folks, the lurkers, and thank you to all who take the time to post!

Daphne