Laughter

The music of the soul
the tonic we all need
awakening the senses
we thought long buried
and for that moment
all troubles cease
yes laughter makes life
worth living.
The lift of the diaphragm 
draws ache within
tears that roll
what for it matters not
in a moment we're captured
that's all it's about
yes laughter makes life
worth living.
In the presence of friends
or family alike
or even with foes
we've forgotten to hate
just for that moment
the spirit is free
yes laughter makes life 
worth living.
In moments of grief
it can shine through
in sharing of stories
uniting those present
there to remind us
that the light has not gone
yes laughter makes life
worth living.
Learn to embrace it
your closest of friends
a tool of the mind
when drowning in now
understand it and prosper
from deep within
yes laughter makes life
worth living.