Granma Hugs by Duane L Herrmann

Dear Granma,

I learned to hug from you

and now hug people

so well they remember

my hugs with me.

I am the one

who gives real hugs,

almost theraputic,

in their warmth embrace.

If that is all I’m known for

I will have earned a place

in countless hearts

and enriched lives

all because your life

you hugged me.

Thank you,

I love and miss you,

little boy, Duane.