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KK wrote:Aren't we just the coolest, sweetest things in this big ole world mtbrncofn!
Is kinda scary at times though ... at work today I've tried to keep a more distance from clients as I don't think they need a soaking ... at least it's raining outside so they mightn't realise it was me!
I use it to my advantage. When I'm not in the mood for kisses from my hubby, I just start foaming at the mouth on demand.
Full upper and lower metal braces put on May 12, 2005.
Braces free as of April 18, 2006!
Temporarily rebraced Nov. 21, 2006. ( I think I've moved past temporary. )
I only have a speech problem when I get mad! Otherwise, I talk just fine. I had a fight with my bf and I sounded RIDICULOUS. Atleast I was able to laugh at myself, which made me feel better
"Some of the worst mistakes of my life have been haircuts. "
Jim Morrison
I've been reading this thread, knowing there are "lots of elastics" in my future, and lamenting that the man I am dating is named Simon. I hope he can get used to being called Darling non-stop. Assuming I will also get the lisp. Or maybe he'll think it's cute. All three of his daughters had braces, but of course they called him Daddy.
I can relate here. I have only had them on a week but I am constantly getting irritated because I tell my husband something and he's like "what? what?" until I have repeated it 5 times. I even asked if he would get something out of the car trunk when we pulled into the driveway. He promptly got out of the car, walked into the garage and shut the garage door. I was standing there like "WTH?". He said he thought I said to close the garage door then added "I just can't understand a word you say anymore."
Just say things while moving only your lips-don't really say it. When he asks what , just say "didn't you hear me before?" Act like he is the one who is crazy. And.....just keep laughing because IF YOU DON'T, when you quit you will still have your braces on and be depressed about it!!!!HANG IN THERE. i'M CHUGGING TO 45 (OR BUST)WITH STRAIGHT TEETH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It's all about ME!
Braces went on 8/25/05. Div II whatever that means!!
I haven't got my bottom ones yet, but in terms of "F" sound - move your lower lip/jaw/chin a little further back when you enunciate it. It may take practice depending on you currently say "F" but it should avoid the whistle if you have your lower lip slightly behind your top teeth.
(This may be impossible with lower braces - I have yet to find this out!)
Assuming I will also get the lisp. Or maybe he'll think it's cute. 
All three of his daughters had braces, but of course they called him Daddy.
