Why I do what I do

• An adult laughs an average of 15 times a day. A child, however, laughs an average of 400 times a day.
• Clinical studies have shown that humour strengthens the immune system.
• Humour allows a person to forget about pains such as aches, arthritis, etc.
• Frequent belly laughter empties your lungs of more air than it takes in resulting in a cleansing effect, similar to deep breathing. This is especially beneficial for those who suffer from emphysema and other respiratory ailments.
• According to a survey done by Match.com, "70% of 16,000 adults polled believe they're more likely to fall in love with someone who makes them laugh than someone who makes them think."

N.Y. Time Service, August 20, 2004