I rarely feel so in control of my body as when I’m getting pierced. I haven’t had a new piercing in nearly 10 years so getting my lobe scalpeled on the weekend really renewed my love for the experience. I probably don’t feel pain like many people. Piercing, to me, is a thrilling and truly fascinating experience. I even like the healing process. (Whereas tattoos are really irritating to heal because of the itching!)
When I was a little girl I saw a woman whose ears were cluttered with rings and I really envied her adornment. I don’t have as many ear piercings as I used to, but I’ll get there.