John gave me a dozen roses – golden roses with a tinge of peach at the edge. Very pretty, don’t you think?

Valentine Roses

Ben made a special Valentine out of an essay that he wrote at school. So sweet!

Valentine from Ben

In case you can’t read it:

Someone I admire by Ben

I love my mom so much. She loves and supports me. I love hugging and kissing her. She makes me full of happiness. I don’t know what I’d do with out my mom.

My mom also makes me feel comforatable when I’m sick. She takes time caring for me. I love seeing her so much. She has a lot of kindness In her heart. She all most makes being sick enjoyable.

I love my mom more than anything. She makes me explode of love. When ever I was sad she would hug me. I love my mom.

Awwwwwww! But when did he stop calling me “Mommy”?

It’s been a nice relaxing day, full to the brim with love. Love. LOVE.

Even watching hugs can make you feel better.

If you find January a bit depressing, if you’re having a rough time, if you’re just feeling like you could maybe use a hug – take a look at these.

Lion Hug

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The Free Hugs Campaign…..

Free Hugs in New York City

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Free Hugs in New Orleans

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Free hugs in France

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Free Hugs in Lund

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(Also in Israel, Scotland, China, Peru, and so on. See freehugscampaign.org.)

After listening to the debates last night, this one struck me….

Hug a Muslim

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And – it’s not impossible – give yourself a hug!

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Have a virtual hug from me, too.

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