Joining the Circus: A Lesson in Humor

Dear reader, today I’d like to share a tale from my past, a tale that taught me the importance of humor in life. It’s a story that takes place under the big top, in the heart of a bustling circus.

The Call of the Circus

It was the summer of ’62, and I was a young man, eager for adventure. The circus had come to town, and with it, an opportunity to escape the mundane. I decided to join the circus, not as a performer, but as a humble hand.

The Clown’s Lesson

Among the colorful characters I met, there was one who stood out – a clown named Benny. Benny was a master of his craft, able to elicit laughter from even the most stone-faced spectators. But it was his off-stage demeanor that truly struck me.

Despite the hardships of circus life, Benny always had a joke at the ready, a smile on his face. He taught me that humor wasn’t just a tool for the stage, but a way to navigate life’s ups and downs.

Humor as a Survival Tool

Life, much like the circus, is a rollercoaster of highs and lows. And humor, dear reader, is our safety harness. It cushions the fall during the lows and amplifies the joy during the highs.

Humor allows us to take a step back, to not take things too seriously. It gives us the ability to laugh at ourselves, to find joy in the absurdity of life.

Embrace the Clown Within

So, my dear reader, I urge you to embrace the clown within. Find humor in your daily life, share a joke, a smile. Remember, life doesn’t always have to be a serious affair.

And who knows, maybe one day you’ll find yourself under the big top, laughing along with the rest of us.

Until next time,

Kev