Silly. It's what's good for you!

Take time every day to do something silly. Philips Walker

I think today's quote is important to heed for our mental and emotional health. Not to mention for our relationships. Who wants to be around a sour puss all the time? Be silly! Laugh! Enjoy the simple things life offers! Be able to let loose and let your guard down for a moment or two. There are so many silly things, find one and do it.
A bestie of mine and I are great at doing silly things together. About a year ago we decided to create a Facebook page for our imaginary friend, Little Loretta. We gave her quite the informational page and then we decided to invite our friends to be her friend. Silly? Very and it sent us home that night with smiles on our faces and a little lighter in spirit.
When was the last time you did something silly? Has it been awhile? Do you feel like a sour puss? Do the people in your life treat you like you are a sour puss? Do something silly today and turn it around! It's good for your spirit!

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