I love words.  With words we tell stories.  We sing songs.  And they can do so much more than convey information.  They are mysterious in how they go out far beyond the ears of those who hear them.  I love turning a phrase, the long pause searching for the right word, and even the most groan inducing pun.  

When I was in college I tore my ACL.  I was being unwise and paid for it dearly.  Being young and invincible, I ignored the injury.