Sunday, November 18, 2012

Out of Commission

So remember when I posted a bit about my teeth a couple of weeks ago? Here and Here and also Here.

Yeah. I'm having some work done. Surgery-like work. In the morning.

(Breathe. Breathe. Breathe.)

I've prepped some photos to go for the next couple of days.

(Breathe. Breathe. Breathe.)

So. Once I stop hyperventilating, I'm sure I'll be fine.

Fine. Just. Freaking. Fine.

There's a bright side here somewhere, but I can't see it over my panic attack.

(Breathe. Breathe. Breathe.)

I read somewhere once that a smart person learns from their mistakes but the truly wise learn from the mistakes of others. Today, I think I am neither. Today, I teach a lesson. Teeth are important. Fears can be conquered with enough anesthesia. Accepting the consequences of your actions may be one of the hardest things to do but it is vital that we own up and take responsibility.

I accept that my teeth troubles are my own fault. I accept that my fear has kept me from doing something about it sooner and now I have far worse problems. I accept that I am a big chicken and wonder if the dentist will think it odd if I bring a stuffed animal with me for comfort. I accept that I will not being enjoying the fabulous turkey dinner I cook unless it is liquified (but I will be all over that pumpkin pie).

Do you feel better yet, Self?

Yeah...I didn't think so.


5 comments:

  1. Saying a prayer for peace and calm for you in your surgery today. I hope all goes well and come out of it all smiling and no more issues.



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  2. I will be thinking of you! I had a lesson last week about taking better care of myself in general. I say you take the stuffed animal, wear your comfy clothes and anything else that comforts you. Vodka? ;) Hope everything goes well.

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  3. I hope everything goes well, and hope that you are able to be in a peaceful place about it. Such bad timing, right before Thanksgiving, though! Heal quickly!!

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  4. You are in my positive thoughts. I have had a ton of work done on my teeth and I'm anal retentive about brushing and flossing. Take the weenie wallet with you for good luck!

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  5. I hope everything will go fine and that you will be recovering soon.

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