Why Sitting Next to Mom Feels Better Than a Hug Sometimes

Hugs are nice. They are squishy and warm and smell like laundry and soup. But sometimes, I don’t want a hug.  Sometimes, I just want to sit next to Mom. And not say anything.  When My Feelings Are Too Big  Sometimes I feel mad. Or weird. Or kind of like a balloon that’s too full but not popping. That’s...