What is it about foot washing that makes it so humbling?
- Perhaps with exception of the mouth, one's feet might be the most used body parts. Even if they are not the most used, definitely they require much care. Being where they are positioned, care of the feet isn't always easy. Hence, foot care might not always be up to date.
- Think of what someone might discover when washing your feet.
- The washer might discover something between your toes. (Relax. We all know it is lint due to friction between your toes and your socks.)
- The washer might discover dry skin, especially if you have hard water.
- The washer might discover callouses, warts or other growths.
- The washer might discover imperfectly shaped or elongated toes. (Come on, everyone has at least one toe he doesn't like.)
- The washer might discover an ingrown or overgrown toenail. (Why do you think socks have to be darned? Wait . . . do people still do that today?)
- You're not accustomed to having your feet uncovered. You can count on one hand the number of people who have or have had access to your feet.
- When you were younger, your parents bathed your feet. (Your mother probably sang, "This little piggy went to the market . . .")
- Your doctor, podiatrist or surgeon has access to your feet.
- Your spouse has access to your feet. (Foot rub, dear?)
- Of course, you yourself have access.
- You're not thrilled with the idea of adding anyone else to the list.
- By this act you are saying to someone, "I affirm you and love you, imperfections and all. You are worth my discomfort."
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