[HEALTH] The Encyclopedia Britannica describes laughter as, “…a rhythmic, vocalized, expiratory and involuntary action…” There is proof that laughter can improve health and fight disease. Now, let’s be clear, laughter is not the same as humor. Trust me, I’ve seen people laugh even thought they completely lack a sense of humor. I, on the other hand, have a great sense of humor and yet sometimes people don’t know why I’m laughing. They just didn’t get it. Anyways, every year “World Laughter Day” is celebrated on the first Sunday of May. Conveniently, there is a laughter club on Maui called “Aloha Ha.” Clever, eh? So after some surf and barbeque, the club’s Stu Alexander will lead a free, 45-minute laughter session followed by a prayer for world peace, and then a laughing competition with prizes. Here’s a little inspiration to get you in the mood: Three guys are out fishing. One somehow catches a mermaid who immediately promises to grant each of them a wish if they set her free. The first one wishes to be twice as intelligent and POOF! He’s reciting Shakespeare. The second is impressed so he wishes to be three times as intelligent and POOF! He’s figuring out math and science problems at rapid speeds. The third watches in amazement and decides he wants to quadruple his intelligence. The mermaid tries to warn him against this, but he’s determined and POOF! He’s a woman. HA! For more info, call 344-5442. [HEIDI KING]
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