Just for those first seconds at the front, I almost got worried that nobody would take him up on the offer - how sad would that have been, which just made the rest of it all the more delightful to watch. a sweet little cry, :-), that's a perfect description for the experience.
Glad you enjoyed it Sunshine. I love the petition numbers growing and growing--a whole complete three act story in four minutes with an excellent musical score. How bout that! :-D
What I needed to see - and in fact DID see, was everyone coming for a hug. Men and women. Boys and girls. It is a universal need, that each one of us holds within. A genuine hug, no strings attached, no alterior motives... it is a thing of deep satisfaction.
Keith, I would argue its not just the "Powers that Be," with their eyes closed. I've known too many solitary individuals with their eyes wide shut. But I've been blessed also, to have known and to know many who are certified life huggers, many of which frequent this site. :-)
Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. Always welcomed.
Aw shucks!!! I watched it muted but it was still incredibly heart-warming. Initially I was worried when nobody took up his offer. Next, I wonder if any guy was going to hug him--I did a little applaud for the 1st guy. Tree, thanks for the warm and fuzzy start to a Monday morning. Shalom!!
Saffy, you are more than welcome. I hope you get a chance to view it again with the soundtrack. Music has a way of pulling those few extra heart strings. Have a great Monday. :-)
You know, each time I watch this my heart warms just a little more as I catch an expression I hadn't caught the previous time. This video is making quite a splash about. So glad you decided to share it! Mas Paz..............
Helen, I just can't watch it enough nor can I thank you enough for showing it to me. It begs the eternal question within all of our hearts--why not, why can it not be this way.
Saff, :-), that's the part where I just fall apart, where that very first taker puts his hand on our hugger's face, beautiful. Hope you get to hear it with the music, nice words to accompany.
Evening poppy boy (that name just makes me laugh:), so glad to hear you boys had such a great time!! Sweetest dreams when you get that far, x
Sunshine, there is a character in the movie that reminded me of you. Looks like you, acts like you. I won't spoil it for you, but you have to see this movie cause I think you're in it. :-D
Just showed M the video. "oh, mum, you're so silly. Why you crying?" "That's a lot of signatures they must really want those hugs." "Was sweet of that first lady to give him a hug."
And her theory as to why those who didn't didn't. "They must have thought he was a pick-pocket." :-D
And hug the world. Thanks for posting that, how sweet to watch all those free hugs. Have you seen the Dave Matthews video that has a guy waking up & then spending his whole day offering hugs, till it's time to go to bed again? That one made me tear up too. I wish I could think of the name of the song/video. Thought of it! It is "Everyday" and here are some of the lyrics:
All you need is All you want is All you need is love. All you need is What you want is All you need is love.
Everyday Everyday Oh, Everyday...
Pick me up, love, from the bottom Up onto the top, love, everyday Pay no mind to taunts or advances I'm gonna take my chances on everyday
Left to right Up and up and inside out right Good love fight for everyday Jump in the mud, mud Get your hands filthy, love Give it up, love Everyday
All you need is All you want is All you need is love. All you need is What you want is All you need is love. Oh..."
I think we all need to jump in the mud every now and then.
Yay! This video made my day :) You bet I'll be watching it more than a few times in the next couple of days. Almost as good as getting one. *hugs* *hugs* *hugs*
A good hearty breakfast, poppet, is what you need this morning. I was thinking a large yorkshire pudding with roasted tomatoes and eggs, however you like them best, with a long tall OJ on the side would see you through. That and some good strong Italien roast. Naturally. Safe travels, pleasant trip. :-)
That is how life should be. Awesome!! I liked how the film became color as soon as the first hug happened. Thanks for sharing that, I have a big smile on my face. *HUGGLES* to you, and they're free too ;-)
Looking at this video it reminds me of Pitt St Mall in Sydney..very close to where I work. I hang ard in Pitt St Mall all the time :) Was it taken there?
Did I ever tell you, I used to spend my days making Crêpes? That’s the menu for this morning. Two kinds to choose from, the first has a Fruits of the Forest filling, the other is lightly drizzled with Butterscotch Sauce. Coffee, Italian roast, off-white cup with a slight lip as standard. I made it anyway (phew!). Good morning, Tennessee. :-)
What a very touching, sweet, chill inducing video! I am sitting here at work CRYING from watching complete strangers hug each other. In a scary, dangerous world, where people constantly avoid contact with others, it is so lovely to see that even with all of the hate in the world, people are still generally good and caring.
Hey BBB, I told you I would wait. My word is gold and my tongue is silver. Now, what color the rest of me is, I'm not telling but if you meet me in the kitchen around midnight, you just might turn a pale shade of scarlet when you find out. :-D
Sunshine, I kid you not, never even seen the name "banoffee" before. I've been meaning to google it. So slap me with a feather and blow my socks off. I'm all for the surprise. :-D
I think, I wore out your video - it doesn't want to play anymore.
:-) First musicals and now banoffee pie - you've been missing out, sweet pea. It's never too late though to make up for what was lost. After the proposed gamboling, there would be few better ways to end such a perfect autumn day than a little 'blessing of hides' and a slice of pie. :-)
I think Caitlin might need her hide blessed so don't be surprised if you see me steal this phrase. And Johnny Disco is just the one to do the blessing. :-D
Awww. Thanks. I needed a sweet little cry.
ReplyDeleteViki, I know those tears of joy. Those are the good ones. :-)
ReplyDeleteLove it, thanks for showing that! :-D
ReplyDeleteJust for those first seconds at the front, I almost got worried that nobody would take him up on the offer - how sad would that have been, which just made the rest of it all the more delightful to watch. a sweet little cry, :-), that's a perfect description for the experience.
ReplyDeleteSweet dreams when you get that far, poppet, x
Glad you enjoyed it Sunshine. I love the petition numbers growing and growing--a whole complete three act story in four minutes with an excellent musical score. How bout that! :-D
ReplyDeleteWhat I needed to see - and in fact DID see, was everyone coming for a hug. Men and women. Boys and girls. It is a universal need, that each one of us holds within. A genuine hug, no strings attached, no alterior motives... it is a thing of deep satisfaction.
ReplyDeleteI couldn't have said it better Terry. How's be you tonight?
ReplyDeleteToo bad the Powers that be "Have Their Eyes Closed"...
ReplyDeleteKeith, I would argue its not just the "Powers that Be," with their eyes closed. I've known too many solitary individuals with their eyes wide shut. But I've been blessed also, to have known and to know many who are certified life huggers, many of which frequent this site. :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. Always welcomed.
Trée, thanks so much for sharing.
ReplyDeleteA hug can really be powerful.
Awesome video!
Hugs :)
Top of the morning to you Melly. Always good to have you stopping by and saying hello. :-)
ReplyDeleteJust fell in love with this video all over again tonight. :-)
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful afternoon & evening, poppy boy, x
Have you shown it to M?
ReplyDeleteBy the way, Sweet Pea has a special image up for you over on Trebuchet. Hope you enjoyed the soup. :-)
Not yet, but I'll be sure to. She's a real hugger and will appreciate it, I'm sure.
ReplyDeleteThe image is beautiful!
& thanks for the soup, sweetie, was a real treat.
Have a great rest of the day.
I'm about ready to call it a night. Night. :-D, x
Oh man - that made it a misty start to Monday!
ReplyDeleteThanks Trée - that's just beautiful...
Aw shucks!!!
ReplyDeleteI watched it muted but it was still incredibly heart-warming. Initially I was worried when nobody took up his offer. Next, I wonder if any guy was going to hug him--I did a little applaud for the 1st guy.
Tree, thanks for the warm and fuzzy start to a Monday morning.
Shalom!!
Evenstar, so glad you enjoyed the video as much as I did. Brought tears to my eyes from beginning to end.
ReplyDeleteSaffy, you are more than welcome. I hope you get a chance to view it again with the soundtrack. Music has a way of pulling those few extra heart strings. Have a great Monday. :-)
ReplyDeleteHow about some free hugs down here mister!
ReplyDeleteLindsey, I always have free hugs for you--and Blue Bell ice cream too. :-)
ReplyDeleteYou know, each time I watch this my heart warms just a little more as I catch an expression I hadn't caught the previous time. This video is making quite a splash about. So glad you decided to share it!
ReplyDeleteMas Paz..............
Helen, I just can't watch it enough nor can I thank you enough for showing it to me. It begs the eternal question within all of our hearts--why not, why can it not be this way.
ReplyDeleteSaff, :-), that's the part where I just fall apart, where that very first taker puts his hand on our hugger's face, beautiful. Hope you get to hear it with the music, nice words to accompany.
ReplyDeleteEvening poppy boy (that name just makes me laugh:), so glad to hear you boys had such a great time!!
Sweetest dreams when you get that far, x
Sunshine, there is a character in the movie that reminded me of you. Looks like you, acts like you. I won't spoil it for you, but you have to see this movie cause I think you're in it. :-D
ReplyDeleteI will. Will be quite interesting to see, if I can spot who you might mean. :-)
ReplyDeleteSo sweet, it beats my myriad.
I have a pocket full of dimes, so get ready. :-D
ReplyDeleteI'm poised. :-)
ReplyDeleteThat's my girl. :-D
ReplyDeleteJust showed M the video.
ReplyDelete"oh, mum, you're so silly. Why you crying?"
"That's a lot of signatures they must really want those hugs."
"Was sweet of that first lady to give him a hug."
And her theory as to why those who didn't didn't. "They must have thought he was a pick-pocket." :-D
Happy Monday!
ReplyDeleteSunshine, those are classic responses. Makes me smile. :-)
ReplyDeleteHope you are having a great Monday.
Poppy
Aww....that made me want to hug you.
ReplyDeleteAnd hug the world. Thanks for posting that, how sweet to watch all those free hugs. Have you seen the Dave Matthews video that has a guy waking up & then spending his whole day offering hugs, till it's time to go to bed again? That one made me tear up too. I wish I could think of the name of the song/video. Thought of it! It is "Everyday" and here are some of the lyrics:
All you need is
All you want is
All you need is love.
All you need is
What you want is
All you need is love.
Everyday
Everyday
Oh, Everyday...
Pick me up, love, from the bottom
Up onto the top, love, everyday
Pay no mind to taunts or advances
I'm gonna take my chances on everyday
Left to right
Up and up and inside out right
Good love fight for everyday
Jump in the mud, mud
Get your hands filthy, love
Give it up, love
Everyday
All you need is
All you want is
All you need is love.
All you need is
What you want is
All you need is love.
Oh..."
I think we all need to jump in the mud every now and then.
~hugs and smooches~
Oliviah, so glad you enjoyed it too. Big hugs from Tennessee. Ready to get dirty when you are. :-D
ReplyDeleteYAY! I managed to get here and to get the video to work too :D
ReplyDeleteGreat video. Makes me wanna go out there with a sign of my own...hehe
Hugs are the best medicine there is :)
Christa, so glad to see you again. I felt the same way about that video. Just makes you want to hug the world. :-)
ReplyDeleteThat is so cool. I think people would be surprised about how much just one hug can mean to a person - even from a stranger.
ReplyDeleteI couldn't agree more Jack. I believe a simple hug can do more the heal the body and soul than most medicines.
ReplyDeleteWow great video...
ReplyDeleteKuan, glad you enjoyed it as much as I did. :-)
ReplyDelete:-D That's what I wanted, to make my own sign and and get out there - gonna have to do it too, one of these days :-)
ReplyDeleteSweet pea, hope you've had a lovely evening, one that matches my perfect early morning. Sweet dreams when you get that far, love and hugs, x
Yay! This video made my day :) You bet I'll be watching it more than a few times in the next couple of days. Almost as good as getting one. *hugs* *hugs* *hugs*
ReplyDeleteOk. I just watched it a third time (already) and here I am crying like a baby again. That's 3 times this week. At least I'm laughing at myself.
ReplyDeleteA good hearty breakfast, poppet, is what you need this morning. I was thinking a large yorkshire pudding with roasted tomatoes and eggs, however you like them best, with a long tall OJ on the side would see you through. That and some good strong Italien roast. Naturally.
ReplyDeleteSafe travels, pleasant trip. :-)
Bean, you did say you were in need of a hug didn't you? Just trying to do my job. :-D
ReplyDeleteHope these comments mean the great internet blackout is over. You've been missed. Hugs back at ya. :-)
What a lovely breakfast Sunshine and much appreciated. Poppet likes his eggs Sunnyside up and Sweet Pea overeasy. I'll take them either way. :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the well wishes. I'll be back before you know it. At least that's the plan. Oh, did you enjoy your bath this morning? :-)
Unrivalled by any heretofore, left me glowing, still am. :-)
ReplyDeleteWill miss ya, x
Ahhh, you always know just what to say. Keep safe and I'll see you in a few. :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing that. Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome Ken.
ReplyDeleteSweet dreams when you get that far, x
ReplyDeleteThanks Sweetest. :-) Time for a coffee this morning?
ReplyDelete:-) Absolutely. Stay there, I'll make it.
ReplyDeleteThat is how life should be. Awesome!! I liked how the film became color as soon as the first hug happened. Thanks for sharing that, I have a big smile on my face. *HUGGLES* to you, and they're free too ;-)
ReplyDeleteThis was shot in Sydney Australia, at Pitt St Mall. So hugs to you, Tree from my city!
ReplyDeleteChicky, welcome home. I did not know where this was taken so that's good to know. Amazing video isn't it. Hugs to my warm and enticing one. :-)
ReplyDeleteHugs to you too Karen. Hope your dad is doing okay. Jack and I have been thinking of you two.
ReplyDeleteI'm back for another hug!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDelete>>>>>>>>>>>>hugs you all<<<<<<<<<<<<
...and smoochies!
ReplyDeleteOliviah, I will always have hugs for you. Please come back often, as in alot, as in as much as you like. :-D
ReplyDeleteHey you! Hope your day's been bright and beautiful, x
ReplyDeleteAwesome!
ReplyDeleteThanks Tree. I loved it.
(HUGGGGSSSS)
Hey Trée-
ReplyDeleteI've seen this and have sent it to friends. What a healing little flick!
I've been redisigning my blog and heading in a different, hopefully more focused direction.
I know I've been pretty scarce, but if you'd like to stop by sometime, please do. I'd enjoy any feedback on style, function and/or content.
best,
David
ok I was in tears.
ReplyDeleteHUGGGGGGGGGGGGGGZ Tre! And these hugs are free but very real.
Loved it!
Keshi.
Sweet dreams, a good day tomorrow and a safe journey home when you start heading that way, x
ReplyDeleteLooking at this video it reminds me of Pitt St Mall in Sydney..very close to where I work. I hang ard in Pitt St Mall all the time :) Was it taken there?
ReplyDeleteKeshi.
You're so right. This is one incredible video. When I see something like that I think, Now that's what it's all about. Sometimes we need the reminder.
ReplyDeleteThank you Trée for sharing.
Deb, glad to hear you enjoyed it as much as I did. :-)
ReplyDeleteKeshi, I believe it was shot at Pitt St Mall. Hugs back to you. :-)
ReplyDeleteHey You. Home safe. So is Poppet and Sweet Pea. :-)
ReplyDeleteDavid, I've seen your new layout and I think it looks fabulous. Always good to see you stopping by.
ReplyDeleteKel, hugs to you too my friend. :-)
ReplyDelete:-)
ReplyDeleteWelcome home, x
Did I ever tell you, I used to spend my days making Crêpes? That’s the menu for this morning. Two kinds to choose from, the first has a Fruits of the Forest filling, the other is lightly drizzled with Butterscotch Sauce. Coffee, Italian roast, off-white cup with a slight lip as standard.
ReplyDeleteI made it anyway (phew!).
Good morning, Tennessee.
:-)
Afternoon Sunshine. What a wonderful breakfast to wake. And enough for the whole gang too. So very thoughtful. Is there dessert too?
ReplyDeleteI've only got one thing, banoffee pie, if that'll do ya, you're very welcome to a slice. :-)
ReplyDeleteBanoffee pie? What the heck is that? :-D
ReplyDeleteYou really did wait for me!
ReplyDeleteWhat a very touching, sweet, chill inducing video! I am sitting here at work CRYING from watching complete strangers hug each other. In a scary, dangerous world, where people constantly avoid contact with others, it is so lovely to see that even with all of the hate in the world, people are still generally good and caring.
Hey BBB, I told you I would wait. My word is gold and my tongue is silver. Now, what color the rest of me is, I'm not telling but if you meet me in the kitchen around midnight, you just might turn a pale shade of scarlet when you find out. :-D
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend sweetbabyk. :-)
You're joking, right? Hope so. And then again, no. If you've never had it, you are in for a real treat, I make a banoffee pie that's pure heaven. :-)
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely rest of the day, Poppet, x
Sunshine, I kid you not, never even seen the name "banoffee" before. I've been meaning to google it. So slap me with a feather and blow my socks off. I'm all for the surprise. :-D
ReplyDeleteI think, I wore out your video - it doesn't want to play anymore.
ReplyDelete:-)
First musicals and now banoffee pie - you've been missing out, sweet pea. It's never too late though to make up for what was lost. After the proposed gamboling, there would be few better ways to end such a perfect autumn day than a little 'blessing of hides' and a slice of pie. :-)
Ooooh, I'm all for the blessing of the hides. :-D
ReplyDeleteVideo is still working here. Try it again.
ReplyDelete:-)
ReplyDeleteIt's a problem this end, I know. Have also been having difficulties loading another video.
I think Caitlin might need her hide blessed so don't be surprised if you see me steal this phrase. And Johnny Disco is just the one to do the blessing. :-D
ReplyDeleteTrée -
ReplyDeleteWow! What a great video. I always leave your site with an ear to ear smile - thanks!
Hugs to you!
Ann
Hugs to you too Ann! Glad you liked the video as much as I did. Hope you have a weekend filled with wonder. :-)
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