Surgery

Well, I went to the specialist on Thursday, but haven't had a minute to post since.

The verdict is: surgery.

I will need to have two cysts removed from my jaw and the three molars they have attached themselves to. The rest of the cysts will need to be scraped off the jaw bone. He'll try his best to save the fourth tooth involved. It is scheduled for June 15.

The vacation to Saskatchewan that Mike surprised me with has been post-poned, and we're going with our original idea of a trip to Toronto.We'll stay here, shop here, visit friends, and do all kinds of tourist-y things that we never do when we visit the city.

Our vacation will be shorter than planned, because I now need the extra days off for my surgery and the recuperation time.

In other news:

The finches are getting bigger every day, and while I'm taking pictures often, it doesn't much matter because you can't see them anyway. They totally blend right in with their nest in the planter. I'll try to get a good shot at some point.

The kitten is getting bigger. She had her second round of shots, and has gained a pound in the past four weeks. She's absolutely made herself at home around here. She'll be staying with my brother and his family this weekend, and the dog will be staying with Mom. A friend of ours is coming in to feed, water, and love everyone else for the couple days that we are gone.

I can't tell you how much I'm looking forward to a vacation. Truly.

(And our hotel as free high-speed internet. Woo! I just might do a picture blog while I'm away!)