(((((((((LIL_BIT)))))))))

If I were there, I'd give you one in person! Such a Little Thing, a hug, but SO powerful. My newest daughter wasn't sure she wanted to hug either, but she adopted me as a second Mom and I'm a hugger. Now she looks forward to them when she's here ... and to hearing, "I love you" from someone who really does.

I don't have any magic words of wisdom for you, Honey. I can't tell you that accepting hugs from more than one or two people will "cure" all your problems. It hasn't "cured" my daughter ... but it's a start. So ask the people you're comfortable with to hug you ... lots! And hug them back so you can FEEL how powerful a hug really is.

"Start slowly and add gradually" It's advice I give to people who are just starting to exercise but maybe it applies here, too. Maybe you could ask for a hug from the <u>third</u> person you feel comfortable with ... maybe you could start by giving cyber-hugs to other people here who need them. You know how good it feels to get hugs? Well, it feels just as good to give them! Just start.

Congratulations on getting into the college of your dreams! You are one smart cookie ... or shouldn't I mention food in this forum? LOL! Do you mind sharing the college you'll be attending?

Hang in there, Lil Bit, and remember ...

LIFE IS A MARATHON, NOT A SPRINT!

GoodMama