Bummer! Freak ocurrence? Maybe. I had a twig stick into my ear many
years ago while cutting brush on a survey line and all I can say is, it
does heal after a while, but be careful with your balance! The woods is
a dangerous enough place even with steady feet.

Now there was a guy on my slash crew once who, while goofing around with
a bit of ax throwing, creased himself in the forehead with a double bit.
Gave him a very impressive worry line and instantly established a
reputation.