This picture was taken by Leslie Fiet.

It has been said that hugs are an all natural medicine. I would have to say that I agree with that philosophy. My family has never been one of those families that enjoy hugging each other. It is just not one of those things they would ever really consider doing except for rare occurrences like weddings, anniversaries, graduations, and other large events. But over the course of my life I have become a 'hugger'. I love to give hugs and to be hugged. I find a sense of security when I am hugged by people that I care about. I have two people in my life over the past few years who have always given hugs freely and their hugs rejuvenate me and make me feel safe and loved. The past few months both of these people have been gone and the people I have been spending time with are not 'huggers' and to be honest I have missed the feelings that are associated with hugs.

Last night I was rejuvenated once again.