It's been quite a while since I sat down to write a "just life" sort of post, and since I've spent the last few days sitting on the couch and dreading every time I have to eat or talk, I figure now would be a good time for an update!
To make sense of that last sentence, I got a gingival graft last week - which basically means they sliced a square of gum tissue off the roof of my mouth and patched it into the lower front of my mouth. I'm not allowed to brush my lower front teeth, drink very hot liquid, exercise, eat chips, or pull my lower lip out to show anyone my Frankenstein-esque wound. Jury is still out on whether I'd recommend this particular surgery or not, but if your dentist ever has to recommend it for you, you have my full sympathies.
In contrast to this not-very-fun start to my January, our December and Christmas was very nice. A few of the highlights were a Christmas light trail with my family (always so impressive), our Sunday school Christmas party (which I volunteered to help plan on a whim), a snowshoeing trip with the kids in new-to-us mountain town (our first time trying snowshoeing), and a visit to the aquarium (a rare occurrence). I got a good head start on present shopping and wrapping, so I actually had a time to do a few Christmas crafts with the kids in December too! Crafts are always something that falls by the wayside, so I was pretty satisfied that we finally made a couple happen. I also got this game for a December surprise, and we really enjoyed playing it as a family! It's simple, but oh-so-hilarious for the kids, and seeing them so happy made me happy.
We saw both sides of the family the weekend before Christmas, and then stayed home on Christmas Day, and it was relaxing and laid-back. My big gift was a new coat, which I've been window-shopping for the last few months. Derek heard alot about what I like and don't like when it comes to coats, and he did quite well on applying all my random requirements! It's a nice army green wool coat, knee length, with two buttons and robe tie. I feel just the right level of fancy when I wear it with jeans. I love it.
I'm going to confess right now that my no-buy project suffered in December, and I did cheat on it a little bit, but I'm back at it in January. I want to take a few steps to keep myself more on track, so I hope to start a no-buy project journal to keep track of my goals and successes, and I am going to read a couple books about shopping wisely/saving money (starting with this one).
With my graft making talking so difficult, we are still on a sort-of break from school. I'm having the kids do a few independent assignments to sharpen up their skills, and hopefully we'll get back to regular lessons next week. I'm trying to be okay with not getting anything done this week - I had so many things I wanted to accomplish before we got back to school, but I find myself just sitting on the couch, zoning out with a book or video. My body just feels exhausted. I suppose all the energy is going to healing my mouth. Either that, or the lack of solid food is taking a toll.
One thing on my list though was writing this post, so that's something that is getting accomplished at least.
One more bit of family news before I finish this up - my husband talked me into another puppy! We stay in touch with the people who gave us Lulu, and in December they texted Derek to say that Peanut (Lulu's mom), had another litter of puppies. I was unaffected, but Derek decided this was the time to get Lulu a little pal. He eventually talked me into it. We've noticed that Lulu is so happy whenever she gets a chance to play with my extended family's dogs, and we thought it would be good for her to have another dog around. This little one is her full sister, though they are such different colors! Her name is Dot, and she's very cute. I'm not loving the whining keeping us up at night (especially when I'm trying to heal), but her puppy snuggles during the day make it worth it. Now I have more company on the couch.
Hope you all are having a brighter start to the New Year than I am! Happy Twenty Twenty-Four!
Oh my word!! That surgery sounds nightmarish. Any kind of dental issue is terrifying for me, which is why I have yet to make a dentist appt since moving. I hope you heal quickly and are back to normal soon!
The puppy is so cute!!! I’m starting to want one, but not sure if I’m up for all the work they require.
I am so sorry about the surgery, I had that when I was ten and I can still remember the pain 40 years later. At the time they told me I probably need to have it again, but so far it doesn't look like it. I had natural child birth, twice, and that was much easier and less painful. It took 30 days before I could eat something solid again. I remember I was so tired of shakes and yogurt by the time I was healed. You are in my prayers, for quick healing.
I'm SO SORRY about your oral surgery!! I have not had this one, so I can't fully feel your pain, but you know my straight up fear of anything dental, so I am hyperventilating for you!!!! You are my hero! - Bekah
That dental surgery sounds horrible! I hope you make a full recovery from it soon and hope it was worthwhile. But on a more pleasant note, your new puppy is absolutely adorable!!
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