H.U.G.S

In the way back of my memory, which is not too long ago-however it seems as though it is. I have snapshots and short video clips of a former self. A self who got satisfaction from making someone feel welcome. Who found that hugs were meaningful, comfortable and necessary. Who hugged strangers and those first met when saying goodbye...and hello. For the most recent newly met group, I have not been so emotionally communicative. In fact after our opening night the thought of hugs was nowhere in my mind. A few actors and the director approached me and I had my once enveloping arm out for a handshake instead of a hug. I have no idea where the former self went.