I've been fortunate enough to have healthy hands since I've picked up the guitar. Its funny, because back in high school a buddy of mine in my gym class who plays guitar (who I now jam wit) broke his finger while playing football. I couldn't understand why he was so upset, not about the pain, just about the fact that it happened. Now I know, and I'd probably do the same if I broke a finger.

And while I'm telling stories, another friend of mine who played some nasty metal was working at some mill. One thing leads to another he loses his finger and part of another one on his fretting hand. He actually got better after he hacked his fingers off.

So Hunter, I also wish you a speedy and full recovery. But at least you didn't break anything or hack anything off.