When you can't get hugs

 

Winter approaches quickly and the pandemic continues. It is predicted that we may once more be isolated beyond the norm. So many folks have been craving physical contact for years due to this. Those fortunate enough to have a cuddly pet can benefit from contact with those members of the family. But what about those who live entirely alone, no other people, no pets?

I have tried standing  in the shower, allowing the stream of water to caress my skin.  Nice but not what I was looking for. Then the other day I happened to be outside when the wind picked up.

It was marvelous! It wound its fingers through my hair, swept across my face, circled around my arms, whizzed past my ears, as if whispering, 'I am here with you.'  It was the closest thing to a hug I had experienced in ages. If you can get out at all, I highly recommend it. If you are housebound, even briefly opening a window on a windy day can feel wonderful.

-GG