I don't mind the hugs button would prefer not to have the hugs counter badge. Is there a way we can make that optional? I looked in the profile options area, but couldn't find a way to remove the badge. Like for "My mood", you don't have to display that on your posts if you don't select it. Would be nice to have the counter optional to accommodate those who like to display their hugginess and those who prefer their forum behavior to not be so readily accessible. Like, if we must keep tabs, the more private among us could choose to have it displayed in our statistics, but not on our posts as a badge.

Not that I want a "thanks" counter badge, but I wonder why there is a counter badge for hugs and not thanks? The idea is to positively reinforce hugging behavior but not grateful behavior?

I'm sure I'll get used to the changes, but just suggesting some ideas for how to make the site even better. Choice is always a good thing, IMO, and I appreciate being given the choice to display my mood and also the opportunity to post my opinion here. Thank you!