Hugs on Hold

Healthy Hugs

One of the things I dislike most about this current virus-imposed isolation,

Not to mention postponements and cancellation,

Is the loss of the human hug, the warm and fuzzy human hug,

The kind of hug that is sincere, sweet and snug,

Ones that make you feel loved and cherished,

Who ever knew those all could perish?

It’s one of those things you really don’t miss until it is no longer there,

It’s a greeting, a good-bye, a gesture from people who really do care,

A virtual hug is just not the same; oh no, don’t be deceived,

Although the thought is nice, it is not warmly received,

The warmth of a body pressed against our own in a warm embrace,

Is what makes a hug a hug in the first place,

Arms gently wrapped around, followed by a slow, gentle squeeze,

Should not be threatened at all by a viral disease,

And yet it is, one can not be too careful these days,

Showing you care must come forth in other ways,

A nod, a wave, a smile from underneath a mask,

An elbow to elbow touch, but no hands must clasp,

It is hard to believe, but this much is true:

A human hug has a positive impact on me and on you,

I miss it and I’m not really a touchy, feely girl,

Bring back the days of hugging to the entire world!!!

Tammy Harvey

Written:  7/27/2020