The Kindness -- and Strength -- in a Hug

"I have learned that there is more power in a good strong hug than in a thousand meaningful words."
~ Ann Hood

One of my children recently had to make a presentation in front of her class.  She was extremely nervous about the assignment, which involved memorizing two and a half pages of text and reciting it.  I asked her how it had gone.  First, I received a monosyllabic answer, and then she explained that when she got up in front of her class, she began crying.  But then her best friend got up and gave her a hug, and she was able to do it.  I have written about her very special best friend before, but this girl's kindness continues to amaze me and warm my heart.