I've written before about the Free Hugs Movement . This video never fails to move me and tells the story of the Free Hugs Movement better than words alone can.

When I was in Italy last November, I shared the love with the Free Hug folks in Rome while my puzzled family wondered what the heck I was doing hugging strangers. It was singularly satisfying. The participants in Rome gave REAL hugs, not half-hearted when-will-this-be-over stuff.

Well, now I have a chance to hold a sign and dispense hugs in the capital of Europe. On Saturday afternoon at 2 p.m., I'll be joining the Free Hugs Movement at the Place de la Monnaie in Brussels.

Will my sign say Free Hugs or Calin Gratuit? I'm not sure. I may not even be able to communicate with the French-speaking organizers, but I'm proud to say I can hug with the best of them. Come out and share the love, ya'll. Bring a sign if you want to give as well as receive.  These events tend to attract participants much younger and cuter than I am, so don't let me be a Free Hugs wallflower, overlooked in favor of the cute Belgian blondes. Come out and see me. I'll hug ya right!