There is something deep with our natures that craves the physical. The simple touch of another person’s hand conveys connectedness in a way that speaks to us beyond any technology.<\/p>\n
As we are forced to maintain our distance from one another, perhaps our ability to cherish such physical connection will increase. A touch, a hand upon the shoulder, a simple hug, will come to be seen as the infinitely precious things they truly are.<\/p>\n
Maybe this increased awareness will allow us to appreciate each other more. Perhaps, amidst all the despair, I would like to think that our greater recognition of each others’ presence will result in an uptick in simple human kindness.<\/p>\n
I realize what I am doing — looking for silver linings in the very dark cloud that is covering our world. But that is no reason not to do it.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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