Ritzy Wrangler

Bella announced on the way home from school today, "Mommy, I want to be a Cowgirl." "Really? Why do you want to be a Cowgirl?" I replied. "Because I have a hat." I asked, "Why else would you like to be a Cowgirl?" and she said, "Because they wear a scarf."

I guess it's true what they say....It's all about accessorizing.

Dr Feelgood, DDS

Bella had a dentist appointment today. This was only the second time she had been, the first being 6 months ago and she wasn't too thrilled about it that time. But today, she seemed more than happy to be there. When they called her name, she immediately opened up her mouth wide and kept it opened wide all the way back into the office. She gladly showed the dentist how she brushed her teeth, she laid back in the chair and let them examine her mouth, smiled and said "Cheese" to show how they all lined up straight. When we were all finished, she took off right out of the office and straight to the "Treasure Chest" to pick out a prize. So that's the reason she was being so cooperative. The Treasure Chest! I didn't really even remember that part, but she obviously did. Maybe I should suggest that to my dentist. A little Treasure Chest by the door for his patients that were well behaved. Stock it with adult treats....maybe some expensive chocolates or little mini bottles of wine. It sure would make my visit to the dentist more pleasurable if I knew I was getting a reward at the end. I think I'll bring it up on my next visit.....