my moufh augh

Went to the dentist this morning.

Root canals ahoy. Can't afford them, since right after the exam I discovered that my dental insurance is SHIT. I only get $1000 of coverage a year, which will basically cover only mostly one of the root canals. And the crown you have to get afterwards costs $900 fucking dollars, of which insurance will only cover 50 percent.

I knew I'd need at least one, but the second was a surprise. Yippie yippie.

Anyways. I talked to my dad, and I'm just going to have the work done and get onto a payment plan. I think it's the best option at this point. I could go try and find something cheaper, but if I went to the dental college, I'd have to pay up front, and it would be a less than relaxing experience, methinks. My dad will help me make payments.

At least I really like the dentist. Not a big fan of his assistant, but he was super nice, super funny, and best of all, he admitted to having had a root canal himself. I've never heard a dentist admit that! It was reassuring, I have to say. He also said that I have an amazing threshold for pain, apparently. So, I'm just going to pay more and consider it an investment in my face. Whee.

I adore the United States right now.

rippling along

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Originally uploaded by kungfufighting

Isn't it looking bright and lovely? I'm pretty proud of how well it's coming along, and I had to brag a bit, even though most of you don't share my love of the crocheted afghan. The colors are even prettier in real life, and I've decided not to be bothered with how well they go together, but just roll with it. It looks fine, and it will continue to look fine, I know.

God, I'm so sleepy. That appointment at the dentist's was far too early for me, and I was able to nap for only about an hour or so afterwards - I was freaking out too badly to really relax. Maybe a quick catnap before Glee...

twitter post of the day

• 11:19 Been to dentist. Have no idea how to afford the two root canals I need. Trying very hard not to let this depress me. #
• 19:41 Damn you, Windows 7 and your updates. I WANT TO INTERNET. #
• 19:42 Seriously, though, Windows 7 is worth it. Give it a try. I'm having really good luck with all my apps & hardware. #

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