Last Sunday I did something that was totally unprecedented in my life, and I would venture to say yours as well. I injured myself in church.

To make things even better, I injured myself during a portion called the “Passing of the Peace” during which everyone greets those around them and offers a peaceful message.

Usually that involves at minimum a handshake, and being the happening young chap that I am, I have a sweet handshake ritual with one of my usual pew compatriots. It took me a little while of Googling to figure out just how to describe this handshake, but I have settled on “pound explode.”

If you’re unfamiliar, it involves a few easy steps. First, each person makes a fist, with one holding there’s a foot or two above the other’s. The top person moves their hand down as the bottom person’s goes up until the two hit. Then immediately reverse roles (top person moves down, hits, then moves back up to hit again). Finish it off by doing a standard fist bump and then immediately opening your hand as if the incredible impact has created an explosion. The last part is seen multiple times in this video.

The result is usually awe from those around you. This time, it led to this:

Maybe I should avoid doing this ritual with people who wear rings. I just hope I can heal in time for next week’s service.

Note: Tomorrow’s blog (originally scheduled for today) has the potential to be incredibly entertaining, particularly if you went to school with me in the 4th grade. Stay tuned.