Nails

I think it is surprising how much I use my fingernails.   Scratching is way better using nails than just finger tips.  Many stains or bits of food and other drips and accidents can be handled better with nails.  I know that women can make a big deal of colors and designs on their fingernails.  So far, I have resisted painting my nails or having them done.  I included a photo in this blog of a young woman's hand with quite long nails.  She used a keyboard all the time in her work but she said she has gotten used to working with those nails.  I am glad I am not in the position of those Chinese gentlemen who were forced by the custom of the day to show high rank and leisure by wearing very long nails.