Monday, April 26, 2021

Braces!

When the government said they would send money I started thinking what I should use it for. I ended up doing a bunch of things for the boys plus put most in the savings accounts I opened for the boys. Then, I decided I needed to do something for myself. 

When I look at myself in the mirror everyday I notice my teeth shifting and sliding around. It has bothered me for a few years and I finally decided it was time to do something about it. I shopped around and in the end went back to the same Orthodontist that did my first round of braces. 

The instant I walked into the office I felt right at home. It was in that office where I came as a newly wed and left with a 2 month old baby. So many, many memories. The doctor was also so kind and caring. He actually took the time to look in my mouth three times during my consultation. He then gave me a discount just because and then I got another discount for paying in full. It was still expensive.....but, it will be worth it. He also said the next retainer will be better and gripping my teeth into place. 

I've almost had them a week. It's been a huge adjustment. It hurts.....and it's horrible to eat food. The boys are always teasing me about all the food that gets stuck. My one saving grace is that they are only partial braces.....just 8 teeth on the top. With any luck I will be done in 9 months. My next appointment is in June. That's awesome because at that time I'll just have 7 months left. WAHOO!

 


Picnic with Uncle Alex

This past Saturday we spent time with Uncle Alex. It has been a few months since I've been down there and so it was super nice to go down for a visit. The boys were so excited to stop by the nearby store and get food to eat for our picnic. 

Luke was so happy to get Doritos, Lemonade (pink), and Hershey kisses. Peter just wanted a sandwich - 2, in fact. He first wanted to pick one up at Subway, but he changed his mind and just got one at Payson Market.

It seems so crazy that's it's been such a long time since Alex's accident. Eight years this year. Wow!






Here is a trip down memory lane.....
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2019

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2017

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2015

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Cookie and presents

Peter and Luke had the chance to spend the afternoon with Brandon today since it was his birthday. Peter decided to make chocolate chip cookies for him. Also, no present from Peter would be complete without a little duct tape. LOL. 







 

Trampoline

With the stimulus money we got a while ago I decided to buy the boys a tramp. Brandon was awesome and bought it for us with his Sam's Club card. When it finally arrived we got all together and put it together. It was an adventure to get it up, but we have enjoyed it so much since. Luke has especially loved it. He is on it every day. It's been so good.