28 yrs old, 34 weeks prego w/ Braces

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I've wanted braces since I was 12. I used to bend the little skinny metal bracelets in half and put them in my mouth and stare at myself in the mirror because I wanted to see what I'd look like with braces on. Crazy, I know. My parents couldn't afford braces back then and to be honest my bro Abraham probably needed them more than I did. But he couldn't get them either.

So, when Clark and I got married (which I thought would never happen cause my teeth were messed up) we were pretty broke and so being the great budgeting Hubby that he is, he said that after we got some bills paid and stuff we could start saving for braces. Man, I was sooooo excited! Of course until the day finally came when I got them on cause they really hurt. But I've never regretted it.

Picture Note: I've always said to Clark and almost anyone, that when we finally got my braces on that's when we'd get pregnant. Well...totally called that one years in advance. Man, we shouldn't have waited so long to get me some braces. ;) I said that because, I knew that I'd end up looking like I was in High School and prego. LOL! So yesterday we took the last pictures of the braces on and dressed up like I was going to High School all over again. There are some inaccuracies because I didn't have everything on hand but my hair is pretty close to exact (except that I'd put a whole ton of hair spray and that I'd have a huge puffy scrunchy on top). Jynco Jeans (kept from High School), Nike Shoes with Velcro (kept from High School), huge hoop earrings (um... I still love these), and big sweater (Clark's sweater) were all part of some of my High School outfits. Funny, how it's all so huge and it makes me look even bigger with my prego belly. No wonder I don't wear that stuff anymore. Anyways, I didn't know what poses to do for Clark, so I was just being ridiculous. Hope it makes you laugh. I have no idea why I felt like embarrassing myself on the internet but I guess it's all just for fun anyways. My fave is the booty picture, cause I like to be funny when I dance - it's for my "southern" girls.

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Here's a picture with my 2 brothers, Jonathan & I are posing with our braces and Abraham with a retainer. We all finally got our teeth straightened. Or at least in the process.

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It's been a long 1 and a half years. To be exact, it's been 2 years and 2 months, LOL they always say it's gonna be less time than it will actually take. But I finally get my top braces off today. (Bottom has been off for a month now.) As of 3pm today I will no longer have braces. See you all later, without braces this time! (They of course won't be super model straight or anything like that but I love them just the way they have been fixed now.)

Budgeting Tip: It's much, much less if you or your child get braces on before you or they turn 18-19 and move out because otherwise you end up paying FULL price. :( Just check with your dental insurance, or get dental insurance if you don't have any just before you get them so you can take advantage of the discount.

Linda Winegar

My greatest blessings call me Mom.

12 comments:

  1. You make a VERY cute knocked up teenager! :)

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  2. LOL. You crack me up!!! Congratulations on getting those braces off.

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  3. I love the photos. You totally look like you are in high school. How is it possible that you do not age. Tell me your secret. I can't wait to see some after braces pics.

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  4. hahaha.. looove this post and the pictures! *booootyyy booty poppin'* :)

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  5. why is your blog my fav? oh yeah, its cause you are awesome. BIG sweaters and Jynco JEANS! YEAH BABY! You are the Juno from 1998!!!!

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  6. also...i'm blown away by Jonathan; he's all grown up!

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  7. *let me start by saying this comment has nothing to do with this post, i already commented on it. haha..* soo.. yes, all the gingerbread houses were up at the Festival of Trees. They were amazing, i don't think the pictures give them any credit. And all the trees were amazing too.. they were decorated soooo cute! i'm sure you would have loved it but TRUST ME the walking around was terrible!! haha.. i was fine for most of the night but dang, my feet started to KILL! :( poor pregnant girl.

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  8. Hey linda, you look awesome. Thanks for the 80's flashback

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  9. I love it! You look like little miss gangsta. Cracks me up!

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  10. Ok so after I talked to you at church today I thought, "wow linda looks so pretty" and I felt like something was different but couldnt put my finger on it...and it was your beautiful smile! So congrats! you look awesome and i LOVE the photos. Seriously hilarious...So so 90's!

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  11. I know how exciting it is to have straight teeth. I just went through the process of veneers and lots of dental work to straighten my teeth. It is so worth it. You look beautiful!

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  12. You guys are toooooo kind. Thanks for being such awesome friends! Love you all.

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