HUG COLLECTOR

Marcia Norwood
America's STORYTELLER
Telling Untold Stories in Photographs, Prose and Public Speaking


H U G

Verb
 
1.   to clasp tightly in the arms - especially with affection, embrace
2.   to cling firmly or fondly to; cherish
3.   to keep close to, as in sailing, walking, or in moving alongside of:  to hug the shore; to hug the road  (used without object)
4.  to cling together; lie close

Noun
 1.  a tight clasp with the arms; embrace

Origin
1560-70,  Perhaps Old Norse hugga  to soothe, console; akin to Old English hogian  to care for

 I'm a hugger.

How about you?

Why do people hug?

1.  to say hello and goodbye

2.  to show affection

3.  to give comfort

4.  in celebration of events or accomplishments

Marcia's grandson, Caleb

When is National HUG Day?
 
Some celebrate National Hug Day on January 21st. 

Reverend Kevin Zaborney, of Caro, Michigan, started National Hug Day in 1986. This is not an official holiday, but Reverend Zaborney has the patent on the name. 

 How will you celebrate National HUG Day?

Thanks for stopping by!

Come again, and bring a friend!

Granddaughter Megan, Marcia, Daughter Sarah, Daughter Faith

 Marcia Norwood

America's STORYTELLER

Telling Untold Stories in Photographs, Prose and Public Speaking