Last hug(s): from a great friend as he and I were parting after an evening beer (you nailed that one), and earlier the same day, I think, from a male colleague and friend whom I don't see often enough.

Totally with you here. I need to give and receive more hugs. As I am not in a relationship now, most of my hugs come from male friends, but not daily--I don't see the same friends daily--and I long for more physical touch.

A few weeks ago I heard an interview on a local station with a "professional cuddler" who talked about the very need for touch that I feel. It was affirming.

Great piece.