I need a hug

I spread out my hands to you, my soul thirsts for you like a parched land. Psalm 143:6

Little kids are excellent in sharing what they want without any words. If they want a toy, they point at it. If they are upset they stomp their feet. If they want help or a hug, they lift their arms. It usually doesn’t even matter who is around, they just know that when they are upset, they just need to lift their arms and someone will be there to give them a cuddle. Even though, as an adult, I know that comfort doesn’t solve a problem…it doesn’t stop me from wanting it when I’m hurting.  There are times when I’m struggling or upset and I wish that I all had to do was to lift my arms and there would be help. I’m so blessed that God promises that He will always be with me, whether I’m struggling or not. Even though He doesn’t need to wait for me to lift up my hands to know that I need help, it’s a nice visual for me to remember. To know that when I reach out, He is right there waiting.