Lunch Overlooking the St. Lawrence Seaway

We had lunch at the lovely Hotel Frontenac overlooking the old walled part of the city, the St.Lawrence Seaway and our ship.There were 4 Quebec-ans who sat next to our table.  They were having fun, laughing and talking. Then after a drink, they had a bottle of wine, and the laughter got funnier.  I suggested our waiter tell them that we were quite enjoying their conversation even though we spoke no French. He said to them laughter is much like yawning - it is quite contagious! One woman turned to us and spoke in English. Yes, one fellow was the clown who kept everyone else laughing. We left lunch still laughing!  Who needs translations?!