During my younger years, flexibility was my forte. An itch on my back was swiftly addressed with a quick, effortless reach. Back then, the concept of a specialized back scratcher seemed utterly unnecessary, a puzzling solution to a problem I could easily resolve on my own.

Now, I can still reach most of my back. There is, however, one small part I cannot reach. Wouldn’t you know, any time I have an itch on my back, it is always in that one little place.

Despite purchasing various back scratchers, I find that nothing quite matches the precise relief provided by my own fingers. The alternative tools offer only fleeting moments of comfort, falling short of truly satisfying the persistent itch.

Seeking relief from a persistent itch, I’ve contemplated mimicking the behavior of bears, using a sturdy tree as a natural scratching post. While the strategy seems promising, I remain hesitant to test it, wary of drawing unwanted attention in a public.

However, if I ever get so desperate, I am open to suggestions. Just which kinds of trees make the best scratching posts?