Well, it happened again today. What can I say. It's been a rough start to the week and my energy isn't what it typically is.
Mid-day, my co-worker walked up to my desk, took one look at my harried face, walked behind me and then enveloped me into a hug. Then he told me to stand up.
And he gave me a bigger hug.
Just what I needed actually. It certainly made the rest of the day go by a little easier.
I have really wonderful, caring co-workers. For that I am thankful.
Moments appreciating a random, needed hug.
Moments appreciating your co-workers.
Showing posts with label hugs. Show all posts
Showing posts with label hugs. Show all posts
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
Monday, February 24, 2014
Moments D672: Needed hugs
Some days it just happens. I project. I don't mean to. It just happens. It happens when I'm too busy to slow down enough to see what energy I'm sharing with the world around me.
Today was one of those days. I projected my stress outward. It's not that I said anything about it, no, it was really just my quick responses, lacking any depth or energy to them. Today, I had much on my "to do" list and I didn't want any of it to carry over to tomorrow. (I failed on that point - that's ambition for you!)
Near the end of the day Chica came around to my desk and without saying anything gave me a big 'ol hug from behind as I continued to work away on a document on my computer. At that point, I had to laugh and turned to thank her.
She said she knew I needed it. And that was it. She was off for the day and gone.
She was right. Her small action made me pause and consider all that I was stressing over. It will still be there tomorrow.
What a wonderful work moment today.
Moments being unaware of what you are projecting.
Moments being quickly brought back into awareness, with a needed hug.
Today was one of those days. I projected my stress outward. It's not that I said anything about it, no, it was really just my quick responses, lacking any depth or energy to them. Today, I had much on my "to do" list and I didn't want any of it to carry over to tomorrow. (I failed on that point - that's ambition for you!)
Near the end of the day Chica came around to my desk and without saying anything gave me a big 'ol hug from behind as I continued to work away on a document on my computer. At that point, I had to laugh and turned to thank her.
She said she knew I needed it. And that was it. She was off for the day and gone.
She was right. Her small action made me pause and consider all that I was stressing over. It will still be there tomorrow.
What a wonderful work moment today.
Moments being unaware of what you are projecting.
Moments being quickly brought back into awareness, with a needed hug.
Friday, May 24, 2013
Moments D396: Nephew Love
Today my youngest nephew turned seven. He’s a spitfire with lots of energy and spunk. And over the past 6-8 months he’s been going through a phase where he doesn't like to hug and kiss people. I could always coerce him into a hug at least, but kisses - no way!
Of course as the doting Aunt, that’s challenging. I love this kid. He makes me laugh, he’s adorable and I do want to show him just how much I love him. Instead of forcing hugs and kisses, what I've done over these torturous months is just be with him. I’d go and sit and watch him play his videos or join in on a foozeball. Sometimes we would have a conversation about what he’s doing or thinking about things. Just time with him instead of sitting upstairs with the adults, I made sure to spend time with him (and his brother) in their playroom in the basement.
Today was a real treat for me. As I went into their play room, he was playing foozeball with one of his cousins. He abruptly stopped and came running over to me. He gave me the biggest, tightest, longest hug I've had in months from him. He didn't want to let go! I loved every second of it! When we did part from our hug, he gave me a big kiss too!. Talk about shocked! What a fabulous surprise!
I thought maybe the affection today was just a fluke because it was his birthday. But then, later during my visit my nephew was playing with his Nintendo DS and he decided that he needed a picture of the two of us. So he interrupted his Dad`s conversation to get him to take our picture. The next thing I know, my dear sweet nephew hooks his arm under my chin and grabs my the side of my head to smooch my face into his. The camera, not very quick or easy to use on the DS, took forever. And yet, the entire time he kept our faces smooched together. It melted my heart.
As I prepared to leave much later I was gifted yet another tight squeeze and a big kiss. Yup - this is one aunt who`s heart is full of love after leaving that family gathering.
Moments realizing that patience does pay off sometimes.
Moments enjoying nephew love.
Of course as the doting Aunt, that’s challenging. I love this kid. He makes me laugh, he’s adorable and I do want to show him just how much I love him. Instead of forcing hugs and kisses, what I've done over these torturous months is just be with him. I’d go and sit and watch him play his videos or join in on a foozeball. Sometimes we would have a conversation about what he’s doing or thinking about things. Just time with him instead of sitting upstairs with the adults, I made sure to spend time with him (and his brother) in their playroom in the basement.
Today was a real treat for me. As I went into their play room, he was playing foozeball with one of his cousins. He abruptly stopped and came running over to me. He gave me the biggest, tightest, longest hug I've had in months from him. He didn't want to let go! I loved every second of it! When we did part from our hug, he gave me a big kiss too!. Talk about shocked! What a fabulous surprise!
I thought maybe the affection today was just a fluke because it was his birthday. But then, later during my visit my nephew was playing with his Nintendo DS and he decided that he needed a picture of the two of us. So he interrupted his Dad`s conversation to get him to take our picture. The next thing I know, my dear sweet nephew hooks his arm under my chin and grabs my the side of my head to smooch my face into his. The camera, not very quick or easy to use on the DS, took forever. And yet, the entire time he kept our faces smooched together. It melted my heart.
As I prepared to leave much later I was gifted yet another tight squeeze and a big kiss. Yup - this is one aunt who`s heart is full of love after leaving that family gathering.
Moments realizing that patience does pay off sometimes.
Moments enjoying nephew love.
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Moments D148: Strangers Hugging
Today’s moment occurred early in my day. I was on my way to work. Running late after a morning of unfortunate events. I was not in the best of moods, knowing the workload that awaited me and the fact that I’d end up working later than I wanted to to make up for the lost time.
As I was stopped at the billionnth (no exaggerations here!) stop light, I watch as the pedestrians crossed the street. There was a motherly looking lady crossing South. She was heavy set, medium in height and black. From the other side, heading North, there was a young, tall, skinny white guy. He wore a hat and had a bit of swagger to his step.
I didn’t see it coming. They paused in the middle of the intersection and embraced. There was an exchange of words during the embrace and as they released one another they both had huge smiles on their faces. And before I knew it they were already on their way, resuming their walk to wherever they were headed.
That moment brought me much joy today. To me they were strangers hugging. Of course, they knew one another, but it was fun to imagine it. Seemingly completely disparate beings meeting randomly in the middle of an intersection to embrace in a hug.
Sometimes I like to imagine a world where we were less caught up in “stuff” and we were more present with people. The world needs more hugs in my opinion and I was tickled by the display today.
So, why not go hug someone today. I’ll bet they could use a hug.
Moments of randomness.
Moments for hugs.
As I was stopped at the billionnth (no exaggerations here!) stop light, I watch as the pedestrians crossed the street. There was a motherly looking lady crossing South. She was heavy set, medium in height and black. From the other side, heading North, there was a young, tall, skinny white guy. He wore a hat and had a bit of swagger to his step.
I didn’t see it coming. They paused in the middle of the intersection and embraced. There was an exchange of words during the embrace and as they released one another they both had huge smiles on their faces. And before I knew it they were already on their way, resuming their walk to wherever they were headed.
That moment brought me much joy today. To me they were strangers hugging. Of course, they knew one another, but it was fun to imagine it. Seemingly completely disparate beings meeting randomly in the middle of an intersection to embrace in a hug.
Sometimes I like to imagine a world where we were less caught up in “stuff” and we were more present with people. The world needs more hugs in my opinion and I was tickled by the display today.
So, why not go hug someone today. I’ll bet they could use a hug.
Moments of randomness.
Moments for hugs.
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Moments D142: Unexpected Visitors
Today was a milestone day for me. It was nine years ago today that I wed my now ex. This is my first anniversary without him in my life. And while it was my choice to leave our marriage, I wasn’t prepared for the emotions that flowed through me today about it. They weren’t overwhelming (though I was prepared for that) and I wasn’t really upset, but I did have an indescribably feeling of being blue. I couldn’t put my finger on it exactly, but I was definitely a touch sad today. It’s a chapter in my life that has come to an end. Sure there are some loose ends to deal with, but for the most part, this chapter is over.
I found myself reflecting back to my wedding day. I was so happy. I was so excited for the big party. But even then, I had an inclination that we weren’t the best suited to one another. I was a foolish romantic then, believing that love would light our way.
And then I began to think of how far I’ve come and how many changes I’ve been through in the last 10 months. I still know it was for the best. For us both. I do hope he is well and enjoying life. And I do hope he isn't hurting too deeply on this day, for a pieces of me is with him always and I care about his well-being and his journey in life.
And amoungst all this weird low-key sadness, I was surprised late afternoon by a dear soul visiting me, just to give me a hug on this milestone day. I didn’t realize it before we met, but I really needed that hug and the few that followed from the first. It felt good to know that someone went out of their way to make sure I was good on this possible tough day for me. That made my heart and soul smile.
And for the record, I had a couple beautiful souls reach out to me today about this too. My Mom, though she skirted the subject, and my bestie. It’s so good to feel loved and understood.
My moment today though rests with the unexpected visitor who brought me the biggest smile on this blue day.
Moments of surprise.
Moments of support.
#moments #hugs #sadness #ex #surprise
I found myself reflecting back to my wedding day. I was so happy. I was so excited for the big party. But even then, I had an inclination that we weren’t the best suited to one another. I was a foolish romantic then, believing that love would light our way.
And then I began to think of how far I’ve come and how many changes I’ve been through in the last 10 months. I still know it was for the best. For us both. I do hope he is well and enjoying life. And I do hope he isn't hurting too deeply on this day, for a pieces of me is with him always and I care about his well-being and his journey in life.
And amoungst all this weird low-key sadness, I was surprised late afternoon by a dear soul visiting me, just to give me a hug on this milestone day. I didn’t realize it before we met, but I really needed that hug and the few that followed from the first. It felt good to know that someone went out of their way to make sure I was good on this possible tough day for me. That made my heart and soul smile.
And for the record, I had a couple beautiful souls reach out to me today about this too. My Mom, though she skirted the subject, and my bestie. It’s so good to feel loved and understood.
My moment today though rests with the unexpected visitor who brought me the biggest smile on this blue day.
Moments of surprise.
Moments of support.
#moments #hugs #sadness #ex #surprise
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