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Metalhead No More

Posted on May 3, 2010 By Tom No Comments on Metalhead No More
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Today was the day. After having them for not quite two years, my braces came off. It was a strange experience, but I’m glad to have moved on to the next phase of this project. Of course, the timing wasn’t great. This was our big concert weekend, and the Hebrew and Italian were sometimes painful … Read More “Metalhead No More” »

Adult Braces – Eleven Lessons Learned

Posted on July 26, 2008 By Tom 2 Comments on Adult Braces – Eleven Lessons Learned
Miscellaneous

A post bordering on TMI… These lessons are probably not much different than those dealing with adolescent braces. However, I think the choice of foods and situations would be quite different. Install a food disposal unit in your bathroom. Either that, or brush your teeth over the kitchen sink. The Water Pic is the greatest … Read More “Adult Braces – Eleven Lessons Learned” »

Bracing Discoveries

Posted on June 25, 2008 By Tom No Comments on Bracing Discoveries
Miscellaneous, Uncategorized

I resolve not to have any online pity-parties about getting braces. Millions of people get these things and seem to get along just fine. Millions of others have much more serious problems, to which this pales in comparison. I’ll make these comments, then be done with it, unless something unusual happens. Here’s what I’ve noticed … Read More “Bracing Discoveries” »

Metal Head

Posted on June 23, 2008January 28, 2024 By Tom 1 Comment on Metal Head
Miscellaneous

Strange sensations coming over me Something I can’t explain Suddenly there’s an endless void where I used to keep my brain I gotta see a doctor, but I’m too wasted to phone one Wanna customize my van and I don’t even own one Ah, ah, ah, Oh! I’m turning into a heavy metal head Ah, … Read More “Metal Head” »

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