I had the pleasure of going to the dentist this morning. I had never minded going to the dentist – until one had the audacity to suggest that I wasn't taking good enough care of my teeth. So, I've been brushing twice a day, flossing every night, and rinsing with flouridated mouthwash. (Mount Vernon is a great place to live, but I can't begin to imagine why they don't flouridate their water – flouridated water kept me from cavities my whole life until I moved here!)

In any case, my dental program must be working, because it was all good news. It's always good to hear “keep up the good work.” Here's hoping for the same report in six months!