My family was not touchy, I am also 50% anglo saxon Protestant, of Mayflower stock, but the other 50% is Germanic, grandmother coming over coming over on the boat as a youngster with my father being first generation. So, I have the no touchy/feely, but with the Germanic disposition for order, so i did get the spanking, as the oldest I usually deserved it.

However, my life turned completely when I married into an Hispanic family. talk about your culture shock....Lasted for all of the reception and dance. I did adopt the touchy/feely and readily hug anyone who looks/feels like they need it, and all family members are fair game at all times

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