The International Free Hug Day went off without much of a hitch. The humidity from the previous night's rain did bring on some slimy hugs, but they were hugs nonetheless.

Blackberry Circle broke off into three groups to cover Old Town Spring. We started off with a lot of smiles and waves which moved on to some air hugs (yes, we will count those as well) and finally several interested folks making that connection and receiving hugs... and returning them. Everyone from little children ("I like huggies") to old men ("I ain't that kind of guy, but okay.") and pregnant women all received a free hug.

And yes, even Meical hugged folks. Did I just hear a collective "GASP!"?

Overall it was a nice day of hugs and meeting people, even if it was for just a few moments. Reaching out and touching humanity, literally, seemed to make several people's day. Overall it appeared that about 100 folks or more received a free hug today… Not counting the air hugs. We did not get too many photos because, well, it is hard to take a picture when your arms are full of people. We hope to have some available as soon as we figure out what we have.

Blackberry Circle decided that because of the response we might host a couple Free Hugs days in the year. It is only a thought at this time so stay tuned for more… Same bat time, same bat channel.

Let’s make the Houston area huggable.