Tag Archives: Laughter

Genuine Laughter

Posted on May 22, 2016 by vanbytheriver

Originally posted on The Off Key Of Life:
I don’t know this woman but she’s the kind of person I’d like to know. Anyone who can generate this kind of laughter at something as simple as what you’re about to…

Posted in Entertainment, Humor | Tagged Chewbacca, Infectious, Joy, Laughter, Real Tears, Reblog | 33 Comments

SNL Breaking Up

Posted on September 20, 2015 by vanbytheriver

There is something extraordinary that happens when you witness comic performers lose control and break up during their own rehearsed sketches. It is infectious. Saturday Night Live was so much a part of my culture, I chose one of its … Continue reading →

Posted in Entertainment, Humor, Inspiration | Tagged Breaking Character, Laughter, Matt Foley, Saturday Night Live, Van by the River | 45 Comments

3 Day Quote Challenge. Day 2.

Posted on September 18, 2015 by vanbytheriver

I picked a quote from the brilliant Jim Henson, in honor of the return of The Muppet Show next week. That show holds a special place in my heart. There was no joy in the house that particular Christmas in … Continue reading →

Posted in Entertainment, Family, home | Tagged 1970's, 3 Day Quote Challenge, Healing, Jim Henson, Laughter, The Muppets | 39 Comments

3 Day Quote Challenge. Day 2

Posted on August 10, 2015 by vanbytheriver

From a man who knew so well how to transfer his pain into laughter, and we all derived the benefit. Charlie Chaplin. 1889-1977 This is Day 2 of the Quote Challenge. Thanks again to Amy Rose and Erika Kind.

Posted in Entertainment, Humor, Inspiration | Tagged 3 Day Quote Challenge, Charlie Chaplin, Comedy & Tragedy, Laughter | 30 Comments

A WordPress Summit

Posted on July 29, 2015 by vanbytheriver

It was a day full of “S” words when Nutsrok met up with Van by the River. Summer. Sunshine. Smiles. Suburbs. SEPTA Stations. Strangers on a train. S.O.S. (That’s creamed chipped beef, but we all know its other name) Smoked … Continue reading →