>chortle to myself and pull from the cavern of chips beside me
>screech for help when the bag constricts around my slender 60 inch wrist
I appreciated your post, friend. I actually might have some advice on the infection. Swapping to gentler soaps to reduce irritation can ease skin cracking and let skin heal. Frequently changing towels and sheets, avoiding unnecessarily wetting affected areas, and making certain that any razors or washcloths (which should also be changed or washed frequently) are kept outside of the shower to avoid bacterial buildup. Skin issues are a nightmare to fix.