things sure have changed over the years

Did you ever have braces when you were younger?

I did. Not a fun situation.

Back then, I dreaded having a mouth full of metal and never liked getting my bling adjusted. Not exactly my favorite memories of years gone by, and sifting through trash dumpsters at recess in search of my retainer was not my idea of a whopping good time.

But that was then.

Now, getting tracks on your pearly whites is the cool thing to do. My 8-year-old seems to think so anyway, after having green brackets sealed to his choppers today. He's been grinning ever since, and couldn't wait to go back to school to show off his new accessories.

A huge shout-out to Dr. Sadler and his friendly staff for being so great, and making the process an easy one. They couldn't be nicer, and Griff walked out of there as if he'd been to Christmas, carrying a bag full of items, including tees for he AND his little brother. I mean, what kid can't wait to 'go back' to the orthodontist?

This braces thing can't be all bad. We're having chicken for dinner, and Griff?

He's having a milkshake.

Order up.