I just don’t like us as a culture falling into this pattern of thinking all physical affection is somehow sexual. Hell, even some parents I know are wary of hugging their kid’s spouse or partner. That’s just sad.
It’s throwing out the baby with the bathwater. There’s got to be a happy medium somewhere.
What’d he do, give you a ring ? Notice how everything looks dark and creepy to you ? Notice the fog coming off of all living creatures ? Notice your sudden desire to kill off bambi, her mom, and any small halfling type folk you run across ?
Come to your senses before you turn into a wraith for Manwe’s sake!!