Saturday, August 27, 2011
Trinkets
Friday, August 26, 2011
Seeing Double
Today was my yearly eye appointment. I switched eye doctors this year, so Randy and I would share the same doctor and could coordinate our appointments. I got a thorough eye exam today and ordered a new pair of glasses (no line progressive scratch resistant bifocals). Fortunately, I have vision insurance. The bill was slightly less than $400 with my insurance, $850 without. Does that seem extreme to anyone? I liked the staff and know they used the best and newest equipment on me. I selected a very basic, no brand name pair of frames. I value my eyesight and am glad to be able to afford this quality care. . . but really? A fancy set of frames could have pushed it to $1000!
And don't even get me started on the cost of dental care. I also have dental insurance. Last year our dentist sent Randy to a specialist for a difficult root canal ($1500) and then he had to have a crown put on ($500 give or take). This week the entire tooth, minus some shreds came out. This was an important back tooth that "had to be saved". We are fortunate to have an HSA account for the amount not covered by insurance. What does the average person do about these kinds of costs? I know we could go to Wal-Mart for glasses and save a little. And many people give up on saving their teeth and just get dentures. But why do people have to make those kinds of choices? I am just a little overwhelmed right now at the high cost of living. On our way to the appointment today, we stopped for lunch. I commented that gas prices were going up. As we passed a gas station, the price of a gallon of petro was $3.33. After lunch (60 minutes later) the price was $3.49.
I guess I could rant and rave more, but what good would it do? It just makes me wonder where will it stop, and how are average people going to live?
And don't even get me started on the cost of dental care. I also have dental insurance. Last year our dentist sent Randy to a specialist for a difficult root canal ($1500) and then he had to have a crown put on ($500 give or take). This week the entire tooth, minus some shreds came out. This was an important back tooth that "had to be saved". We are fortunate to have an HSA account for the amount not covered by insurance. What does the average person do about these kinds of costs? I know we could go to Wal-Mart for glasses and save a little. And many people give up on saving their teeth and just get dentures. But why do people have to make those kinds of choices? I am just a little overwhelmed right now at the high cost of living. On our way to the appointment today, we stopped for lunch. I commented that gas prices were going up. As we passed a gas station, the price of a gallon of petro was $3.33. After lunch (60 minutes later) the price was $3.49.
I guess I could rant and rave more, but what good would it do? It just makes me wonder where will it stop, and how are average people going to live?
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Wildlife spotting!
Monday, August 22, 2011
Who is that masked man?
Maddison wanted to have a dolphin painted on her face. It was a little more subtle (show above was the early stages). I liked this picture of Maddison so much, I decided to publish it instead of the full blown dolphin face. It was a good day and some old fashioned fun!
Happy Anniversary
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Play Me Some Mountain Music!
Head in the Clouds!
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Cousins!
Monday, August 15, 2011
Giuseppe's Old Depot Restaurant
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Sunflowers!
Saturday, August 13, 2011
Mr. Bobblehead
If you are planning a trip soon, and have children or grandchildren, I would highly recommend this little game. It is lots of fun!
Friday, August 12, 2011
Arthur Bryants of Kansas City
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Blog-cation
Just a quick note to say that I have been taking a little break from blogging. Last week we took a road trip to Colorado and spent a great, relaxing week visiting with family and sight seeing. Our trip companions were Jessica and Scott. We had a great time and I will post some pictures and adventures soon. We traveled with a little buddy, Bobblehead, and he will be featured in some of my photos and texts. The great thing about doing a blog for my own enjoyment is being able to step away from it for a while. It is refreshing to take a break every now and again! This has been a week of adjustment as I have returned to work and all things related to work. See yah soon!
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