Have You Had A Hug Today In The Airport Hallways
A reader reflects on the universal comfort of hugs heard in airport arrivals. The piece links physical affection to wellbeing noting babies deprived of touch may suffer, while a contented six month old next door illustrates healthy development. The writer believes hugs foster self-worth and confidence.
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The Power of a Hug by Arlene Webster 1985
Arlene Webster reflects on a life changing moment after a head on crash where a stranger’s steady hug steadied her. The piece extols hugging as a universal act of comfort love and empathy and urges readers to hug someone today despite illness loneliness or sadness.
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Dollar Day Drive Adds Patience To Shopping
Carol McCrue recounts a chaotic dollar day at a self serve store where crowds arrive with sleeping bags and rainchecks fade. After hours in line and empty counters, shoppers endure long waits and rude interruptions as cash customers are moved to different aisles.
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