Something So Simple As a Hug
I can't remember when my want for a hug began, so I figure it must be some instinctual desire that was always there. I do remember far back into my childhood those times when I did receive hugs. They must trigger some kind of internal counter that keeps track of it all. You know, like when your hug-monitor is registering low, and you know you just need a hug to get you going again. I remember each person's kind of hug as well. They conveyed a special message in a word-less conversation all their own.
" I love you, but don't mess me up" (the distant relative, or friend, or friend-of-a-friend.)
"I could just eat you up!" (The grandma kind of hug)
"IF YOU MUST, BUT JUST THIS ONCE - I'M NOT A TOUCHY-FEEL-LY KIND OF PERSON" (Masculine reply)
"Ooo Baby Baby!" (Lust struck wonderer)
"How long do I have to hold you for you to know I care." (Mother's thought)
"How long do I have to let you hold me so you don't get hurt feelings" (child's thought)
"Where can I go from here?" (During courtship)
"If I could just freeze us in this moment" (parent or grandparent -anytime; lovers in an intimate moment)
"If I have to hold this hug much longer, I'll get a cramp." (When someone is taking a picture)
"She's big!" (Masculine response)
"I can't remember, did I put on deodorant?" (Someone just coming from a workout.)
I have noticed on those occasions when I feel like I need a hug that I recognize that someone else needs one as well.
Just one simple, little hug can be so never-ending in the emotions it sets off of love, intimacy and sharing.
When was the last time you gave someone a hug and got one as well? Revisit the joys found in such a sweet and simple gesture.
Give a hug and watch the atmosphere lighten up with love.
Hug a loved one. Hug a stranger. But, whoever it is, it doesn't matter; just give a hug.
