I no longer feel pain from these braces. I still can't eat solids though as my gums are still swollen.

Do you know how we sometimes joke about inanimate objects getting jealous over other inanimate objects? Like how an old pair of shoes would feel bad because all your attention goes to your new pair of shoes? I think this is happening to me. I think my back is getting envious of all the attention I'm giving to my mouth. Last night, my back clearly made its point that it can inflict much greater pain than my teeth. I literally can't move without cringing in agony. I had to take deep breaths just to turn to my side. All the toothaches I had were nothing compared to what I felt last night.  It still hurts a little bit up to now - especially after spending a few hours on the couch watching TV. Alright, alright - I will affirm you, back pain. You are the best pain-giver I could ever have.

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I saw P.S. I Love You in Star Movies last night. I cried. Thrice. I love both sappy romantic movies and post-apocalyptic zombie movies with a passion.