You might take for granted a hug from your eight-year-old. Not me.
One year ago, Andrew was uncomfortable with most forms of physical affection (except hand-holding or kind of leaning into a person). He has come a long way in the last 14 months, but he still usually comes backwards or sideways into hugs and regularly shies away from kisses. When he receives a gift or is excited about something, he will sometimes give a very agressive squeeze around one's middle, but his head is usually ducked, and it's more like a tackle than a "normal" hug.
This morning I got a hug.
Completely spontaneous.
Not overly agressive.
One year ago, Andrew was uncomfortable with most forms of physical affection (except hand-holding or kind of leaning into a person). He has come a long way in the last 14 months, but he still usually comes backwards or sideways into hugs and regularly shies away from kisses. When he receives a gift or is excited about something, he will sometimes give a very agressive squeeze around one's middle, but his head is usually ducked, and it's more like a tackle than a "normal" hug.
This morning I got a hug.
Completely spontaneous.
Not overly agressive.
Upright.
Forward facing.
A wonderfully affectionate, natural, just-because-we're-family, kind of hug.
What a great way to start a day!
5 comments:
110% can identify with this post! fantastic post!! those hugs are the best!!
(sigh)
Wonderful.
Love,
Helen
Another milestone!
Beautiful.
Searching for my tissues....
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