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Splinters, Senryu, and Sage Wisdom

Have you ever had surgery? What for?

A spelk is a Scottish and Northern England dialect term for a splinter of wood1. It’s like a tiny shard that can get stuck in your finger or skin. So, if you ever find yourself with a spelk, be sure to remove it carefully! 😊

Here are some wise quotes related to splinters:

  1. “There is no monster more dangerous than a lack of compassion.” – Master Splinter1.
  2. “It’s remarkable what one can do when one is forced to.” – Master Splinter1.
  3. “The path that leads to what we truly desire is long and difficult, but only by following that path do we achieve our goal.” – Master Splinter1.
  4. “A wise person embraces as many new experiences as possible. The wise person also recognizes that some experiences are less embraceable than others.” – Master Splinter1.
  5. “There are times when right overrules rules, my son.” – Master Splinter1.
  6. “I do not wish to fight. But cast a stone into the lake, and the ripples will return to you.” – Master Splinter1.
  7. “If you look for happiness outside of yourself, you’ll never find it. Happiness exists only within you.” – Master Splinter1.
  8. “Pride in one’s work is an excellent quality, but it must not be carried to excess.” – Master Splinter1.
  9. “Wisdom can appear in many places.” – Master Splinter1.
  10. “I see you have already forgotten your lesson. There is room in this world for all different types of personalities.” – Master Splinter1.

Feel free to explore these nuggets of wisdom! 😊

Master Splinter, also known as Splinter, is a fictional character from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) franchise. Let me tell you more about him:

  • Splinter is a mutant rat who serves as the grave and stoic sage of the Turtles.
  • He is their ninjutsu and martial arts instructor, as well as their adoptive father.
  • In various TMNT adaptations, Splinter’s backstory differs slightly, but the core remains consistent:
    • Originally a pet of a ninja named Hamato Yoshi in Japan, Splinter becomes uniquely intelligent for his species.
    • After a deadly dispute with a fellow ninja, Yoshi is murdered by Oroku Saki (Shredder) as revenge.
    • Splinter, now without a home, lives in New York City’s sewers.
    • A traffic accident leads to the mutation of both Splinter and four baby turtles with mutagenic ooze.
    • Splinter names the turtles Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael, and Michelangelo, raising them as his own sons and training them in ninjutsu.
  • His wisdom, devotion, and martial arts skills make him an iconic character in the TMNT universe123.

Feel free to ask if you’d like more details! 😊

Copilot! Here are simple and painless ways to remove a splinter:

  1. Soak the splinter in Epsom salts: Dissolve a cup of Epsom salts in warm water and soak the affected area. Alternatively, put Epsom salts on a bandage pad and cover the splinter for a day. This will help bring the splinter to the surface, making it easier to remove with tweezers1.
  2. Use hot water: Soak the affected body part in plain hot water for 10 to 15 minutes. The heat will cause the wood to swell, pushing the splinter out enough for you to grab it with tweezers and gently remove it1.
  3. Make a baking soda paste: Clean the area with soap and water, then mix water with one-quarter tablespoon of baking soda to create a paste. Spread it on the splinter, which can help bring it to the surface1.

Remember to wash the affected area with soap and warm water before trying these methods. Stay safe! 😊

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