Metal Mouth

I took the plunge yesterday and got braces on my bottom teeth. I did this for a number of reasons that I won't go into but am thinking that in the end when the braces come off I will be happy with my decision. The thing is...it HURTS! Eating feels like pulling teeth (ha ha) and not being able to eat solid food makes me crave everything. It is quite the experience. I never had braces as a child and honestly I don't know how people managed to have braces on both the top and bottom teeth at the same time. Ouch. For kicks, I'll post a goofy picture of myself so you can see my blue beauties (I chose blue bands because I thought it would be "fun." They are being changed asap!)