Lilac Colored Glasses

Class was very difficult today, reminding me of all the grammar related elements of Dutch that I obviously haven’t retained very well since April and level 3. I got to follow that up with yet another trip back to the periodontal clinic at UZ wherein the dentist (yay for real dentists, not students) drilled out both the temporary filling from the 3 step root canal as well as the filling from December which had come loose and was most likely the reason I needed the root canal in the first place. Then she put two brand new permanent fillings in which is good, but keep in mind that the both the original cavity and the resulting root canal (wortel kanaal, or ontzenuwing in Dutch…hell of a way to learn vocabulary eh?) are in the upper, backmost molar and that means that my cheek had to be severely stretched just to reach it. Also, the cavity is up high along the gumline, so part of the filling had to be pushed up and smoothed right under my gums. So it hurt then and it hurts even more now. I had to make a final appointment for a cleaning on Friday because the dentist saw some calculus buildup today (I have a small mouth and I often end up not brushing my back teeth very well because it’s hard to fit a toothbrush that far back in my mouth without accompanying dental equipment so calculus buildup and some gingivitis are not strangers to my mouth).

So, that said, I’m off to get some much needed cuddling and TLC from my Cabana Boy. But, I’d like to leave you with a smile on your faces so I’ll share this with you (compliments of my Aunt K.)

The Dog’s Diary

8:00 am – Dog food! My favorite thing!
9:30 am – A car ride! My favorite thing!
9:40 am – A walk in the park! My favorite thing!
10:30 am – Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing!
12:00 pm – Milk bones! My favorite thing!
1:00 pm – Played in the yard! My favorite thing!
3:00 pm – Wagged my tail! My favorite thing!
5:00 pm – Dinner! My favorite thing!
7:00 pm – Got to play ball! My favorite thing!
8:00 pm – Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing!
11:00 pm – Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing!

The Cat’s Diary

Day 983 of my captivity.
My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects.
They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are
fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets. Although I make my contempt for
the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in
order to keep up my strength.

The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape.

In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet.
Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their
feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it
clearly demonstrates my capabilities. However, they merely made
condescending comments about what a “good little hunter” I am.
Bastards!

There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was
placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event.
However, I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that
my confinement was due to the power of “allergies.” I must learn what
this means, and how to use it to my advantage.

Today I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one of my
tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try
this again tomorrow, but at the top of the stairs.

I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches.
The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released,and
seems to be more than willing to return. He is obviously retarded.

The bird must be an informant. I observe him communicate with the
guards regularly. I am certain that he reports my every move. My
captors have arranged protective custody for him in an elevated cell, so
he is safe.
For now…