Hugs are pretty important....................

 But, trust me, money is no substitute for mental health. I would rather be poor and happy, than subject myself to constant stress in a work environment. You will not starve if you opt for a solo practice. You probably won't have luxuries that others have; but, in the end, spend your time developing a happy relationship with another human being. Your money can't hug you in the middle of the night.

-Rick Georges

Touch...................

Ironically, churches today seem to be driving themselves mad to compete with television, movies, and the Internet: supercharged sound systems, better bands, more charismatic characters.  However, there are some things that the Web has not even come close to duplicating: a comforting touch on a shoulder, a sympathetic squeeze of the hand, a reassuring hug.
     The very act of touching is a miracle.  Touch connect us to the other.  Touch transmits and affirms humanity.  Touch welcomes.  Touch says, "You are not alone."  Touch declares the other's equality with all God-image beings.  Ultimately, the holy touch of godly people can erase a lifetime of isolation, rejection, and daily sentencing to society's margins.  Touch validates.  Touch is love.

-Tony Kriz,  Neighbors and Wise Men:  Sacred Encounters In A Portland Pub and Other Unexpected Places

Okay by me.......................

-Shel Silverstein,   Where The Sidewalk Ends

Just what the Doctor ordered.............

thanks jess

Hugs are good..................................

“It’s juicy, tangy, messy, and sweet.”

...........................................Do check in with Scott Blitstein.

Learn..................................

“I'm starting to think that maybe this world is just a place for us to learn that we need each other more than we want to admit. ” 
-Richelle E. Goodrich

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Hug...............................

 "Try a longer hug."
-Nicholas Bate, as excerpted from here


photo via Mme Scherzo