Laughter is a windshield wiper. It won't stop the rain, but it will keep you going.

Life was funnier when we were five. Grownups tripped on a rake and we laughed for hours. Then came headlines and deadlines. Downturns and disappointments. Laugh Like a Kid Again is for anyone who wonders amid pressing anxieties--who stole my joy?

From the tender to the hilarious, these lighthearted stories will help you smile. You'll encounter a prodigal dog, an incoming tornado, an unexpected afternoon in prison, and where to go when you have nine minutes to live. You'll hear whispers of a God who...

• loves you more than you imagine
• holds your hand when you're handed more than you can handle
• does awesome work in the dark