On one of my many trips to Europe, I was wandering around the downtown area, and having walked a great deal sat down on a park bench to rest.

Two very beautiful young ladies came up to me, and said you look like you need a hug. Instantly my spidey sense went on red alert, as I figured these two were pickpockets or scammers or ladies of the evening, since I was much too old to be of interest to them, and no woman has ever remarked that I was handsome. I asked them what they were doing, and they said they were just doing a project spreading kindness.

So I said ok and one of them gave me a truly wonderful hug, and I said thank you and they went on their way.

All I can say is "wow".

Not the same, but I've seen hugging brigades in many large cities all over the world. People holding up signs, "Free Hugs". I always exchange hugs