While the subject of gay marriage is no laughing matter– no matter which side you ask – I’ve been thoroughly amused lately by the humor being deployed to draw attention to the issue. While politicians are battling it out in nearly every state, these amateur civil rights comedians have also been cracking me up with some pretty amazing signage, bringing charm and levity to a pretty serious situation. And as my mom says, the secret to any good marriage is simple: laughter.