First, MEGA CONGRATS to the Mighty Os on starting and keeping this going all these years. For myself HNT became not only an outlet for creativity but also an opportunity to connect with other bloggers… many who have since become friends.
I do try to participate every once in a while and the annual “Sarong To Summer” is always a must do in my book.
As my participation grew (in the early days) I sort of garnered the reputation for posting the “epic HNTs” which were a lot of fun to do. My first posting (below) featured my left arm, Jimmy… who down the line starred in HIS VERY OWN EPIC HNT. Click the pics for bigger versions.
I know today’s assignment was to also recreate the very first one but time got away from me. But here is…
My first Half-Nekkid Thursday
Let me introduce you to Jimmy. Jimmy is my left hand. Jimmy was a victim of Mr. Polio when I was 4 and a half months old. Actually, half my body was affected but Mr. Polio only left one defect… Jimmy. It was my parents who named him. (The right hand is Audrey.) I have other body parts with names butthatsanotherstorynevermindanyway… I thought Jimmy was the perfect subject for my first Half-Nikked Thursday.
Over the years Jimmy and I have heard it all: cripple, one-arm bandit, handicap, disabled, etc. I prefer “inconvenienced.” It seems a lot more appropriate … at least for me. Thanks to my upbringing my parents set me on the path of independence from the “git go.” For this I thank them.
Most people who meet me hardly notice Jimmy… and when they do they are all beside themselves apologizing for not noticing in the first place. It usually happens when Jimmy takes on a strange pose (like in the picture) and they freak. Then they suddenly look at Audrey and the obvious difference in size and ability between the 2 hands.
Most Popular Question: Can he feel anything?
Answer: You Betcha!
Over the years I have noticed that beautiful women like to hold, fondle and play with Jimmy. Jimmy has been a wonderful asset… and not just with the women. Jimmy has allowed me to explore abilities that I may not have considered if I was completely able-bodied. I sometimes say “If you want to find the easy way to do something… just ask the cripple guy.”
As always… Cheers and Happy HNT!