This morning I awoke before the gods to go with trepidation about my dental appointment. I was fearing that I'd have to endure a root canal, that the anesthetic wouldn't kill the pain, and by all was said and done I'd be out hundreds of dollars.

Not only was my face numbed beyond expectations, the drilling was minimal, and all was done in about an hour! I was out only $36 for the filling and have been spared the expense and horror of a root canal.

So what did I promptly do upon returning back home? I went and bought a new toothbrush and toothpaste because I am determined to keep my teeth free from further dental procedures beyond the occasional filling. I'll poison myself with fluoride if necessary.