Stories of Kindness from Around the World

Handmade Hugs


--by Shannanigans, posted Feb 22, 2009

I work in a casino and deal with customers everyday. Unfortunately the majority of the time that means dealing with negativity as people are losing money and not generally happy.

Well last night I was working the grave shift and stopped to give change to a customer. He said I looked like I needed a hug. I just smiled.  He opened up his jacket and pulled out a ziplock bag. Inside were a bunch of "hugs."

They were the word "hug" carved out of wood and attached to a pin. He had obviously made them himself. He handed me one as well as a card that goes with it (talking about the benefit of hugs and the low, low cost).

He made my day and I attached the hug to my ID badge so I could be reminded of how good a hug feels, especially when you least expect it.

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mommakat wrote: Love the story. And what a great idea the man had in giving you a wooden hug. I'm sure it gave you a good feeling just like you gave him. Now others will be inspired to hug others when they see your wooden hug pin. Great example of "what goes around comes around"! Thanks for sharing!
Beth wrote: What a wonderful story! You are very lucky to have met such a creative and kind man. Thanks for sharing, and i hope you pass on the kindness =)
Ganoba Date wrote: Social action is actually an interaction between two people.

Unfortunately we have converted all action into a thing, an object.

In stead of hugging we give a hug.

In stead of smiling we share a smile.

And then every thing is made into a symbol.

So in stead of opening our arms (and hearts) we open a bag to fish out a s
Smile card or a hug card.

When would we go beyond tokenism?


jaya wrote: Wow. Simply amazing stuff
widgerie wrote: That is so cool! Everyone needs to feel loved. That's is a great way to lift your spirits up!
sheilaellen wrote: Neat idea. Hug are much needed in todays world (anyway you can get them! ) . Thanks for posting it. :)
cheerygardener wrote: Wonderful story!


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hotcocoa wrote: That's the cutest thing in the world :)
And thanks for posting it :)
angel wrote: Hey im only a kid but that story is amazing. Wat that guy did im sure will always be tresured in your heart and is something youll never forget!
Machickwa wrote: In general most people don't know how to gamble! For instance,i allow myself fifty dollars and thats all to play the slots. So i either win or i lose it. I enjoy playing the different machines,i enjoy watching other people,i enjoy going to the casino to have fun! So i will end by saying have fun and give hugs!

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