“From the most ancient of times, we have known the healing power of touch. Its power transcends all cultures, all times. Touch is the way a mother expresses love to her child. Touch is the way two lovers express their desire. Touch brings solace to those who grieve. Touch soothes the soul. It quiets the longing. It bridges the loneliness. It unites two people. Yet it is also a vital way to inform ourselves about the world. Out of curiosity, out of desire to know and experience, we reach out to touch – from picking up a mango from the stall at the road side grower’s market to stroking the soft silk of a hand painted scarf. Some things we have to touch to know. In this way, touch can enliven us. It activates all our senses. It serves to enlighten us…”