Silent night
A pretty severe sore on my tongue has not only helped me avoid lots of holiday goodies but also made it painful to talk. This forced silence has had an interesting impact on my thoughts, a realization of how much is missed in the understanding of body language and group dynamics when I am in the middle of it verses now being on the sidelines. It is amazing how much can be said without saying a word, and how much peace can be found in silence.
