So Long Wisdom (Teeth)

This week has been a little less trying so far. Mostly because the person I work with has been gone. I know that's sad, but I stay much more calm on those days. Yesterday I got to work with my friend all day and today I worked with another one of the girls who kind of floats wherever she's needed. My little guy is still having a really rough time, but it's better than his first day. He's a challenge though. We had another new little boy start yesterday. God must have known I needed a sweet and easy one! He's adorable! I've missed having lots of boys. For awhile it was all girls and one boy...now I'm up to 3 boys!

I've finally caved. I made an appointment with an oral surgeon to get a consult and x-rays for wisdom teeth removal. I know to some it's not that big of deal, but it's taken me 2 years to work up the courage to do this. Really what it comes down to is the fact that several times during the day when I chew my food I feel like a knife is stabbing through my gums. It's not a great feeling. Anebesol isn't cutting it either. It used to. Now it only kind of numbs the pain.

My consult is next Wednesday at 2:30, so if you happen to think of it, pray for me. The goal is to NOT start crying in the chair this time, because I totally did that when I went to the dentist the last time. I'm sure I'm not the first person to do that, but it's pretty embarrassing. Then I'll have to set the dreaded date. We don't have dental insurance so I was hoping that medical insurance would help some. They'll only help with teeth that never pushed through. All but one of my have, which means I'll have to pay out of pocket for most of the expense. I'm sure it would be a lot cheaper if I just got Novocain, but in order for this to actually happen, I have to be put out. I can't deal with the thought of being awake and hearing the cracking. I'd bet money that I'd pass out! When I was talking to the insurance lady at Blue Cross on the phone she told me I'd be okay. She said she is more terrified of dentists than anyone she knows and she did it. We had a nice little chat. Ha ha!

I'm hoping I can get it all over with very soon though, then I don't have to worry about it and I can just look forward to California. I found out this weekend that my mom is getting tickets for Disneyland! I can't wait!