'Tis the season to be jolly. But this time of merriment is a virtual minefield for those of us who are loud laughters. Not everyone fully appreciates a hearty chortle--especially if it comes at an inappropriate time. People who know me are used to my laugh. It's highly recognizable. But the holidays often find me in social situations where people are not used to my response to humorous stimuli.  And even if ...

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