2022 Happy To Be Here

There were many years that I didn't go to see a dentist. Now that I have insurance I try to go every six months as recommended. Today was my six month check-up and cleaning. I don't like going to the dentist. I do like how my teeth feel after they have been professionally cleaned. That is what I focus on as I sit in that chair, how nice they will feel when it is all over. Other happy things from today include: One more of my ceramic pieces is done. My bowl is ready for use. All the finished pieces. The three pieces I trimmed on Friday I decided to paint underglaze on. The piece that I put underglaze on previously has been bisque fired and I like how it looks. I have dipped that in a clear glaze and it is just waiting for another firing.  I forgot to take a picture of that one.   ☮ Currently reading: Pocketful of Miracles: Prayer, Meditations, and Affirmations to Nurture Your Spirit Every Day of the Year , Joan Borysenko. Currently listening to: The Dream Thieves...

 For many, many, many years I would not go to see a dentist.  There were lots of reasons, the biggest one being money.  With all the things that happen at a dentist visit... well, it isn't necessarily the most pleasant experience.  All that said, I LOVE when my teeth have been cleaned.  The process that it takes to get there, not as much.  It also is wonderful to have the fresh, just brushed teeth.  Today I got my teeth cleaned.  Today, thanks to the job I have, it cost zero dollars.  Today I have happy teeth.  Other happy things from this day: -Last fall I bought a raised bed for closer to the house to plant herbs in.  Today I finally assembled it.  It is in the living room.  Ideally I will gather enough energy after work tomorrow to make space for it outside and start the process of moving it.  For now, it will gently fill the living with the scent of untreated wood. -My friend, Amy, came up to the house...