Braces

Lucy got braces today. She looks awesome—doesn't know what to do with her lips. She asked the orthodontist why on earth she would want different colored elastics on her braces; it's not as if she'd want anyone to look at them. I think she'll keep her mouth shut for the next year.

I'm not sure this was a helpful thing, but the entire way home, we discussed this excellent book by the excellent Raina Telgemeier.

A true horror story of braces. Not for the faint of heart, but perfect for its laughter and its tears. A must for every preteen and teen.