Smell the Roses -- Blow Out the Candle

Life is short.  There’s no two ways around that.  Sure, there are things that live shorter lives than we do, and conversely there are creatures that live longer.  But all in all?  Life is short.  And every moment of it is precious.

That Day When You Have Unexpected Mouth Surgery

So today I had a tooth extracted.  I won't claim it was any fun, and I certainly won't claim that it was through no fault of my own.  That said, I'm glad it's done.  There is no more pain--for now--and I suppose this is a reminder to me and to the rest of you: DON'T NEGLECT YOUR TEETH!

I'd show you my disgusting tooth, but it really is rather disgusting; so, ...we'll just leave it at that.