Obviously on the grand scheme of things, hugs are not that big of a deal compared to the horrible aspects of this disease. I mean, I'm not insane, its all about proper perspective, I know this. (Okay, let me qualify that statement, I'm not totally insane at least...yet.) :)
Not only for myself, but just seeing things out in the general public sphere. You know what I mean, old guys tousling young boys hair. Seeing guys do the "Bro" handshake (as I call it), in all its permutations, manners and variations. Girlfriend hugs. The way guys slap each other on the back in that collegial and familiar way. Grandmas hugging grandkids. Grandfathers as well. Friends, siblings and lovers throwing each other that good natured joshing elbow, or light punch to the shoulder...messing around, playing around, joking, happy, having fun. High fives, low fives, mid-range fives. Dancing. Playful wrestling. So called "Horseplay". Wedgies. (Wait, I better remove that last one lest I get accused of sexual harassment, which I am guilty of, lol....but not in a negative way.)
Anything where people are enjoying each other, and enjoying that person-to-person contact. The pleasure of meeting new people, interacting with them, that closeness of an intimate conversation, a harmless secret with someone not known well...but still done without fear or reserve. I miss humanity...sometimes. I mean usually, human beings get on my fucking nerves, lol, but you know what I mean. :)
If I was there I'd love to give you a hug.....I'm pretty sure my wife would allow that....
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Kaaren
Sweet gesture and sentiment. :)
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