REAL Thursday: Dentists scare me.
I have a phobia of dentist offices.
It’s legit.
I avoid them at all costs.
In fact, it’s been almost 9 years since I’ve been.
But I have children. And those children need to go.
Yesterday, I took Jeb for his first cleaning, and he got through it like a champ. No tears. No cavities. All smiles and fun.
Which made me feel like an idiot.
Do you have an irrational phobia? One that might possibly make me feel better about mine?
I hate birds. I think it started when I watched “The Last Unicorn” as a tiny child over and over and over again. Do you know that movie? Where the big vulture bird attacks the old lady? I seriously question why my mom let me watch it at such a young age. Anyway, I’m getting better about not letting go of the wheel when I’m driving and a bird dive bombs my car or hits the windshield. I even conquered my fear 2 years in a row to take my kiddos to see the chickens at the county fair. Yay me.
Erin, this is so funny. I hate birds, too, but I had a parakeet when I was little. So for some reason, I hate all birds EXCEPT parakeets. A few weeks ago, Matt’s parents noticed a parakeet coming to their birds feeders. It must have escaped from its cage. So ever since I have been trying to catch it. Matt says if I am successful, he’ll let me have it. But he confessed last night that he doesn’t think I’ll ever actually be successful. I’ll be sure to let you know! I really want that parakeet!
I’m still afraid to answer the phone. Even if it is one of my parents. There’s just too much commitment/expectation involved. And voice mails – forget it. I don’t even check them. I know it’s not right or mature or rational. People call me because they care about me, because they love me, but I just can’t seem to do it. I. am. a. weirdo.
If you’re a weirdo, then I am, too. I think I’ve come to terms with it though. Just wish the people who know me best would, too. I still catch grief for it all the time. Oh well. If that’s our biggest issue, I’d say we’re doing ok!! : )
I am completely afraid of the dentist as well. I finally found a good dentist that has helped ease my fears, however he has to sedate me if I’m having anything more than a cleaning…I had a total meltdown in his office the first time. Totally embarassing! I make my husband take my kids to the dentist and if he doesn’t schedule my cleanings for me, they don’t happen!
I feel your pain, Sister!! And our dentist is our good friend and awesome. Still… I’m terrified. : (
I hate bridges… litterally get sweaty palms, and my stomach sinks.
When the barge hit that bridge on I40, that just solidified my belief that anything could happen. :/
Angela –
Hey!! I’ve been reading your blog for a while and you crack me up!!
I first visited your blog via a link on Matt’s FB page…..your Matt and my brother Matt were in the same HS class….and played football together. Plus we are all from DQ….so you know….everybody knows everybody
Sorry I haven’t commented before (I’m such a bad blogger), but I had to share with you today…..I also am TERRIFIED of the dentist!!! I know it’s completely irrational, but I still can’t get over it!! So glad that I’m not alone in my craziness