hands

above is a picture of my brothers (gi boy and bossch) and my sister (shayne)- they're making good use of their hands as they play the harp. under that is a picture of me and my little hands at age 2.

i've known this for a long time, but i think i'm the most at peace when my hands have been put to good use. any activity that exercises my hands creates an immediate positive sensation for me. whether it's playing the violin, writing with a pencil, typing, rubbing a belly, sewing, cooking, snapping a photo, giving or receiving dap, or using chopsticks- i find pleasure in all of these activities.

"what would you do if you didn't have your hands?" asked Tim.
"i have no idea!" I exclaimed.

wouldn't that be a bitch? no need to waste time thinking about the negative though- right? before these immediate sensations disappear- i better find a new violin teacher, dust off my sewing machine, and give a high five to the next person i see.