Loving You

We buried my brother yesterday and nothing was more apparent to me than the power of a hug.

What makes you laugh when you are sad?
Or cheers you when your mood is bad?
And calms you when you're feeling mad?

A hug.

What lifts your spirits when you're blue?
What heartens and refreshes you?
And brings a smile when smiles are few?

A hug.

What is it that can dry your tears?
And soothe away your silent fears?
Or light your way as darkness nears?

A hug.

What turns away the angry word?
Can make a heart soar like a bird?
Forgives you when you know you've erred?

A hug.

What brightens up the dullest day?
And chases all your blues away?
And sends you singing through the day?

A HUG!