To kiss my sons and my daughters, as was usual at the parting of friends. See Poole on "Genesis 29:11". But indeed Jacob took the wisest course for the security of his person and estate, especially having the direction and protection of God in it.
Related Commentaries of Genesis 31:28
Genesis 31:28
28 And hast not suffered me to kiss my sons and my daughters? thou hast now done foolishly in so doing.