HUMOR

Hi! My name is Sophy Laughing. I changed my last name to 'Laughing' because that's how I want to spend the rest of my life, how I want to leave the world, As my name suggests, I believe there is great wisdom in humor. The beauty of comedy is its subjectivity. There's something for everyone. It ranges from the sublime to the ridiculous, from the confidence of youth to the sobering central period of life, to the early luncheons hosted by silver-haired ladies, to one's ability to embrace Cicero's greatest contribution to the world, On A Life Well Spent. The lethal effects of life have affected me, but nothing as much as humor. Humor is an innovative solution, once you can find a problem to go with it. There's much to be explored in the field of humor, from the physics of humor, to humor's ability to heal the mind and the body, both. Humor lassos up eastern and western thought, and propels us back to the beginning of time. Ancient hieroglyphic symbols for laughing and jokes were shared thousands of years ago. There are biblical references to laughing, the Greek city-states inherited a tradition of professional humor from the Hitties, the pompous, bridge-building toga wearing Roman's, The Laughter Lover, dating back to the third or fourth century AD, contains some 260 jokes on stereotypes - the 'Å"egghead', or absent-minded professor, was particularly funny, as was the eunuch, and people with hernias or bad breath. I can hear Homer's gods from the Iliad, laughing now... From Chaucer to King Alfred to Shakespearian lines so lovely they make the senses tingle, the worlds' recognition of humor reflects the genius beheld in the levitational farce field. Henri Bergson, Immanuel Kant, Soren Kierkegaard, and even Freud recognized the power held in making others laugh. Jean-Paul Satre said that making people laugh 'Å"saved (his) life.' Being able to laugh saved my life!

Hunter's first endeavor in the writing field began with a mystery book entitled "The Secret of the Old Oak Tree." Unfortunately, it was bound in yellow construction paper-the finest binding a fourth grader with a vision could create. Shortly after,her teacher asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up. She announced,"I'm going to be an author!" Hunter didn't know then that her youthful dreams would not be realized for thirty long years........ Hunter's most valuable lessons about life were learned through her parents. Her father, with his humble nature, taught her about character and strength in spirit. Her mother, with her enthusiasm for life, taught her that anything is possible if you have the drive and the will to succeed. Hunter went to Meredith College and graduated with a B.A. in psychology.Hunter had two boys who became the focal point for her life. Her writing took a backseat to life and its commitments. She did not realize that her inspiration was close at hand. Hunter's father was diagnosed with Alzheimer's at the age of fifty-six. He died after a nine year illness. Hunter was thrown into the most common position of explaining the reality of death and the concept of eternal life to her children. As a catharsis, she resorted to her most natural instinct. Hunter, at last being completely inspired, began to write. All the ingredients were in place, along with the love and guidance from her family. After thirty years, these had culminated into her first book, The Everlasting Snowman, a story of the cycle of life.It is an inspirational book for children, With its beautiful watercolor artwork, it explains that the natural cycle of life goes on and on. This book was the catalyst that started the writing career for which Hunter had always dreamed. She has since written four more children's books, a novel, and a photography book. In addition, she has also been a humor/inspiration columnist. Hunter feels that it was all well worth the wait..

Comedian, humorist, humor writer & columnist, educator; Founder, HaHA Institute; world traveler

A Domestic Travel Featured Contributor, Patricia Sicilia's wordsmithing began at age 9 when, after reading a book way too old for her, she told her mother "I'm retiring to my boudoir." Freelancing for over 38 years, Patricia's print experience includes "Philadelphia Inquirer Sunday Magazine" and a stint as a stringer for her neighborhood paper. Her online articles specialize in travel, opinion, news analysis and commentary, politics and true crime. She also enjoys writing human interest, memoirs and humor. Patricia has been accepted into Demand Studios Travel Beta program and she is the Philadelphia Examiner for family friendly activities. She has a B.A., cum laude, in communications from Temple University. Patricia is also a breast cancer survivor and her story was featured on Yahoo Shine. Retired Legal Secretary, mother of one daughter, grandmother of three.

I am Editor-In-Chief of a successful regional entertainment magazine. I have met and interviewed many musicians, fighters and other celebrities. I have vast experience and knowledge when it comes to topics such as music, mixed martial arts, philosophy and humor.

Zana Quinn is a lifetime resident of Oklahoma. She enjoys mental and physical activities that involve finding beauty, humor, or clarity in objects, people, and places. Her writing often reflects her outside-of-the-box thinking.

A blogger and an experienced web content writer in a broad range of fields. Past projects including technical writing, humor articles, and critical review.

I have lived and traveled all across the U.S. and as an intelligent female redheaded student I've found life to be a humorous and exciting experience. I love writing and making my friends, family, and fans laugh at my nutty humor and silly mannerisms.

I am a recent graduate of the University of Texas at Austin where I majored in English. While at UT, I did a sizeable amount of writing in my classes and worked as a staff writer for the Texas Travesty, UT�s humor publication.

I am a 59 year old woman who has never stopped learning about myself and the world around me. My avocation is observing life, finding its spiritual purpose and pursuing whatever path opens to me with humor and grace. I have been most blessed.

Humor driven philosohper

Living in Vail, CO, Smith published his first book in 2005 and has written for a number of newspapers, magazines and appeared on NBC news. He has won two Humor Press awards for comedy writing and enjoys writing about getting through life.

Writing has always been my passion and I am looking for opportunities to freelance. I have experience in professional, technical and politically correct writing. My true nature leans towards tongue-in-cheek humor though. Adrienne

I'm looking to publish humor and possibly non-fiction in magazines. I'm a technical writer by trade.

Debra Victoroff's essays have appeared in Penthouse, Cosmopolitan and The Village Voice as well as broadcast on National Public Radio. Presently she has a regular column in the on-line women's humor magazine, happywomanmagazine.com.

Isra enjoys writing observational humor editorials, how to guides and arts reviews. She lives in Charlotte with her cat Scully, her wonderful Border Aussie Trixie and her partner Jackie.

Noreen Braman is a writer from Jamesburg, New Jersey who has published poetry, fiction, humor, non-fiction and horror in large and small press. She is the author of "I'm 50 - Now What?"

married 27 yrs, 3 kids B.A. degree high school teacher 9 yrs computer support 18 yrs played & coached many sports play trombone sing & direct church choir humor writer create videos create custom CD cases & labels

I'm a Columbia graduate who works as a full-time writer for a not-for-profit organization. I write about anything and I do it well. I freelance when I have time or a story to tell, which is all of the time. I love to use humor whenever possible.

Published author of 5 non-fiction books. Humorist with a syndicated humor column.

A college junior currently studing in London for one semester. I write a humor column for the school paper and also cover film festivals, guest speakers, current trends and fashion shows.

My name is Ryan, I am 18 years old and live in Michigan. I am a liberal young man who values humor above all things.

Currently, I teach in a prison Previous jobs involve everything from bridal consultant to education specialist.

I enjoy spending time with my daughter and my dogs.

I am known for having strange luck and an even stranger sense of humor.

I am down to earth, tell-it-like-it-is with a kick of humor. I love to talk about everything from current events to which diapers to use. I have been writing opinion and informational articles since 1994.

A non-published writer since the age of twelve, I am a stay-at-home mom to a teenager daughter. I have written fiction humor, numerous plays, adaptations, and a screenplay. I am currently working on a novel about growing up angry during the Reagan years.

full time copy editor for daily paper, weekly columnist. married mother of 4, husband is Army. Freeleance writer 10+ years. Humor/fitness/essays/relationships/sports

I am a humor writer. My columns about parenting and getting older appear in The Tampa Tribune, Creative Loafing, Canyon News, and other newspapers and magazines all over the country. Not easily defined, I'm a feminist who's had cosmetic surgery, a wife who has never been domestically inclined, and a mommy who doesn't particularly like kids. In my spare time, I investigate missing socks.

I'm a former medical journal editor and current freelance writer and editor. I have four great kids who never fail to provide inspiration for my humor essays.

Father of 2 children, ages 25 and 21. Career- Financial Advisor I find the humor in everyday life.

K.Ring is a published freelance writer, writing about various subjects from how-to articles to humor columns. K.Ring is a nurse with more than 25 years experience and a real estate agent. K.Ring has restored historic homes and owned apartment buildings.