Call it what it is: swapping spit

I love hugging. I am a serial hugger.

Between the beginning of my career and the end, I learned to ask first, but it was often while I was airborne, arms wide and ready to envelop.

I'm on my second career now and surrounded by artistic people who, generally, hug as much as me.

Covid was a nightmare for us all.

Now, however, hugs are permissible as long as both parties are willing to temp Covid fate.

But kissing? Oh my!

Before I got married, I have to say, kissing was my favorite activity. I get why you would long for kisses.

But, has your dentist ever shown you what a swipe of your saliva looks like under a microscope? Mine did 20 years ago. It's the perfect antidote to the missing kissing bug. I went weeks, maybe months, without kissing my husband. Try it! You'll feel loads better about keeping your lips to yourself.

Have you tried spooning? All the affection, none of the microbe-filled spit...