I Only Laugh When It Hurts

by Daniel Foxx

Life is a journey that does not end at age twenty-one, and sometimes, no matter how hard we try, things don't turn out the way we want. But instead of complaining about daily adversities, Daniel Foxx finds the valuable life lessons hidden within the challenges. In this collection of essays, he explores the knowledge that he has acquired from childhood to adulthood. Looking back, Foxx relays his insights in relation to his coming of age and beyond. From the death of his father to the challenge of raising four sons of his own, he searches not only for understanding, but also for levity. As part of the growth process, Foxx passes his hard-won wisdom on to his children, with a touch of humor to ease the growing pains.

Paperback

First published February 1, 2009

About the author

Daniel Foxx was born in the last century and grew up in what was then the small town of Gaffney, SC. He attended Gaffney public schools and graduated from Gaffney High in 1957.

Some folks have some trouble with the double “x” in Foxx. If it helps, the first “x” is silent. This spelling is the result of a mix-up on his birth certificate.

He earned his BA and MA in History from Brigham Young University (1970 and 1971 respectively). Since retiring from Ottawa University (2004) he has concentrated on his new career as an author. His book credits consist of “I Only Laugh When It Hurts” (2008) “Nathan Bedford Forrest in Search of the Enigma” (2007), “Charlie’s Girl” with Mary-Helen Foxx (2012), and “Four Stories of Christmas” (2014).

Reviews

[Mary-Helen Foxx · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hardly an unbiased opinion, since my husband wrote this book. But his homespun way of telling a story draws readers into time and place and makes them feel right at home. I've read it a number of times, and it never loses its poignant and yet humorous effect. The as yet unpublished sequel, THE CAR WASH THAT ATE THE GREEN WRINKLE promises to be just as good if not better!

[H.b. Abels · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thought this was a funny , well written & fun to read book. I too may have a biased opinion though. That however doesn't make me wrong.

[Marianne · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a very heartwarming collection of storys. The title says it all. Life is hard and we should all add a heaping helping of humor. Definitely a great read. One to keep handy and read over and over.