and I go to an assisted living center that houses my father and a few dozen other elderly who need a hand to resume their lives as normally as possible. Pom and I participated in chair exercises with the guests on friday and there is a new lady whom I have never seen before. When she saw my dog, she tearfully asked if she could pet him, "of course" I answer. Arthritis has overtaken this woman's left side, so she begins stroking the dog with her right hand.
She pets and pets my dog, now mind you, the Pom is not friendly with just anyone. He loved this woman, he walked around in circles attempting to pet her I believe. She is still tearing and tells me she is sad they won't let her have a dog in this place.
She tells me where her room is so the next time I bring poochie, we know where to go.
When she was petting the Pom, I swear to you, she looked 10 years younger and relaxed. Hugging my dog absolutely made her day!
So yes! a hug can be a simple panacea to much stress and worry.
A BIG hug to the sweet little old lady!
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