A HUG is……
LOVE wrapped around you so tight
WARMTH when your heart feels cold
PEACE when the ocean within you rages
A SMILE when the tears flow
COURAGE when fear abounds
FULLNESS when the soul feels empty
DELICIOUS when the world tastes bitter
HARMONIOUS when your life is out of tune
HEALING for the one that is grieving
KINDNESS in the midst of hatred
STRENGTH for those weakened by the journey
WISDOM when confusion is all around
ENCOURAGEMENT when you feel defeated
PURE JOY when happiness is hiding
A WELCOME HOME after the day has been cruel
REASSURANCE when all confidence is lost
CERTAINTY when all is unsure
PRICELESS when the heart feels worthless
EXTRAORDINARY when typical over throws the day
MYSTERIOUS as the miracle of its uniqueness takes form
A WHISPER – I love you
What about you? What is a hug to you? Have ever received one at just the right moment? Have you encountered a hug that was a smile from across the room that helped to dry the tears?
HUGS – Do you cherish these priceless miracles?
{{HUGS}} yall
**got to thinking, I should add a picture of the BESTEST hug I have received all year!! ENJOY**
The Best HUG ever. I’m so glad we get to be together for your birthday!
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Thanks for this….really need it right now.
I’m glad that this came at a timely moment for you. It amazes me what a simple yet powerful HUG can do for someone. They truly are priceless….nothing like them. Here is the best HUG I received so far this year…well, one of the many many ones. http://spreading-joy.org/site/spreading-joy/desires-of-the-heart/
When I see families get together, or friends get together – and they just smile and say hello – I always want to run over and push them into a hug…. – but me – when you see me, you are going to get a hug.
{{{HUGS}} for you – smile lots today!! may your soul be warmed!
Looks like You got it covered, Xactly why I send out a couple hundred a day.
HUGS acronym Happy Useful Going Somewhere. 🙂
{HUG} 2strong arms around me tight, let me know I’ll B alright. I feel protected &know I am loved, Feel his arms from up above
Marie, what a joy you are to me, I have sure needed that hug today, So much sadness here. I had another brother-in-law pass away, funeral today, would have been Dave’s Sisters husband, anyhow, just love you and how you are so great at making me feel better, God knew what he was doing when he put you in my life, I am so thankful, I miss you and Love you and here is a huge hug back at you, Thanks so much for making a dark and gloomy day come back to light in my heart. God Bless
Ms. Craig hahaha – after all these years, I still can’t NOT call you Ms. Craig. Gosh, I do love you so. It was so good seeing you a few weeks ago. I’m so sorry for yet more loss in your life. You always brighten my day, sending me emails and making me smile. You’ll make it through this and someone else will be better because you’ll strengthen them because you’ve been “there” before.
thanks for my hugs – always. and I’m glad I got 2 or 3 from you when I saw you!!!
I love you and will be praying for you tonight!!
love
forever and always
Marie
{{HUGS}}
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What a joy to find a (((squish hug))) in my inbox from a precious women whom I have been working with this past year. Abused beyond belief, and feeling hopeless and suicidal, yet sharing His love and daily distance hugs have made a difference. HUGS are awesome!
Catherine
Catherine,
I know – I feel the same way when I see them. Even “distant” virtual ((HUGS)) can bring a smile through the tears. YOU among many others are wonderful friends, that I’ve never had the pleasure of hugging in real life, but one day – somewhere – we will. YOU make a difference with all the ladies you work with… I now YOU help, inspire and encourage them to take it one step at a time, one healing hug at a time. thank you for all you do!
((HUGS))
Marie
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A hug is being literally surrounded by love!
Great topic, thanks for posting this! Because studies show that happiness, love and kindness can bring health and overall wellness, you’re spreading all of those good things. Hugs to everyone reading this! 🙂
-Elizabeth
Thank you Elizabeth for this. YOU are sooo correct. When someones arms have engulfed you, you are completely surrounded by love! Isn’t that such a good feeling?
Thank you SOO much for the HUGS!!
A hug is like comfort food and it’s good for the soul 🙂
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I love this!!!
Thank you for that!! YOU are a great hugger!!!
Thank you!!!
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Yes, I’ve been hugged, that’s why I’m still around! Thank you Lord! 🙂
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Just received a hug from a co-worker today who moved away & I haven’t seen in years. We’ve actually known each other over 30 yrs! And, he saw my Third Day photos & I learned it’s his favorite band too! It was then a great opportunity to share my web site. God is good! Love & hugs to you, Marie!
Aw. Touching photo.
I love giving and receiving hugs. I think it’s one of the world’s best “inventions” 🙂
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Such a small easy thing to share but can mean so much. love it.
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