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Though my jaw is still locked, things are looking up.

I saw a specialist today for my jaw. He was very nice, though he had nails that seemed too long for a man. However, I was expecting Steve Martins Dentist from Little Shop of Horrors, so this was a huge improvement. Apparently I have TMD and I have to get my wisdom teeth out. However, because I can only open my mouth about 18mm, they cant take the wisdom teeth out until my jaw unlocks. So Im being scheduled for physio and ultrasound therapy. I also get to take fun muscle relaxants!

As a parting gift, I got a little booklet that explains TMD with lots of pictures!


Ive never had breakfast in bed, but then, Im also not married to Mormon Joe.


Notice the radiating pain: shown here in RED FIRE!


You and I both know what they really mean.

I also have to get an MRI. Because there is such a long waiting list, that will only happen in about July. Cool things to note when youre being scheduled for an MRI:

• They ask you if you have ever been shot.


• if you have shrapnel lodged in you.


• if youve ever welded.


• if you have replacement limbs or eyes.


• if youre claustrophobic*.


• if there is any possibility you may be a cyborg or have an adamantium skeleton.

* I said no, but I think secretly I might be.

And the big news of the day? My asking for a non-existent job paid off! Im going to be the Assistant Lighting Designer for a production in February. Theres no money involved, but it will be really good experience. Truth is Im kind of tired of bullshitting my way through this profession. So.YIPPEE!