The Power of Hugs

I often wonder if Laney gets a wonderful feeling that I love her when I pick her up and hug her. I know that on a daily basis I love to give her hugs as a simple gesture of how much I enjoy her company. She seems to be delighted when people hugs her as I watch her tail wag back and forth. My daughter has commented on occasion that Laney looks as if she is smiling when we hug and pet her. I will believe that just as we feel great comfort from a genuine hug, she also feels comfort. The power of the human touch can stroke our soul and make us feel that we are appreciated and loved. What a wonderful thing that is so easy to do and crosses all language barriers.