It doesn't help that I'm in that field, somewhat, but when home life creeps in there it gets harder.
We had our dental visits tonight and thank goodness the dentist took pity on us this year and gave us two kids free. We're completely private pay without dental insurance, so it can get real expensive with just the basics. He saves our butts usually. But, he says Cole has crowded teeth. Well, we were told Chase would need an expander and braces 3 years ago. After 2 years of free observations we found out how much it was going to cost and well, over $7,000 is WAY too much. That's with a 2nd opinion too. No one is cheaper. So, do you really think a family with 5 kids can afford $14,000 worth of braces on the first 2 kids?! Are you crazy! What if one of the youngers has a real problem that will cause medical damage due to their teeth. Unfortunately, that's where the money has to be spent. As much as people want to think you have to do it, you don't and sometimes just can't. We can't. And the boys don't want them either. I know we're bad parents for not doing this, but we barely make $70,000/year/together, do you think we can afford it and eat?!
I also called Cole's pediatric cardiologist's office today since I knew he was retiring this summer and his visit is in 2 weeks. I wanted to find out who the replacement was. They gave me a name and I did some research and do not feel comfortable with him, so after 13 years we not only have to find a new pediatric cardiologist we have to find a new hospital and drive further to another city. Fun! But, if I don't feel comfortable with someone who holds my son's life in their hands, no way is he going. He doesn't have chronic heart problems, but teen years is when I was told he may need open heart again. Now, that he's 13 I take it more seriously and need to feel good with our specialist. Pray for a good decision by us for the right doctor. We're making the appointment tomorrow.
Lisa
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