by the way, can i just say how horrible the experience of having stitches removed is? getting them in is kinda cool, you're anesthetized, so while you know there's a needle going through you, you don't feel a thing. it's kinda like you're dreaming, but you're awake, ya know? the process of having them removed is far less scientific, it seems, and can be summed up in two words; "cut" and "yank". zoinks! they should at least give you a cookie when you're done.