Are you a hugger?

I have never been much of a hugger but lately when the urge hits I give a hug. Here’s an example of what I mean: This morning one of my neighbors lost her husband. This evening as I was leaving for work she was standing in the driveway with some family that had come to town. I walked over to give her condolences and offer any assistance she might need. As we talked she seemed so calm almost in shock, I felt the need to hug her so I did. Her grown son walked up with red eyes from crying, I felt the urge to hug him too, so I did. This is a pretty new thing for me, but when I feel like someone needs a hug I usually give it and every time so far they have been receptive and hugged back.

Are you a hugger? Do you mind being hugged by someone you don’t know well?