As I walked in there was a looming threat over my head I was terrified and held my knee's to my chest in the waiting room and when I heard then call "SOPHIE!" in a sing song voice I wondered how anyone could be happy. I didn't want braces. No braces. NO BRACES!!!! I murmured. When we walked into Mrs. Jenn's room my head was pounding and my heart was beating so fast I swear it was trying to escape. Then she looked at the digital picture of my teeth and pondered. She said we will need to get these two teeth pulled a palette ex-pander and braces. My head was spinning the only clear thought was I will have braces and glasses. My eyes welled up. She launched into a huge explanation. Lets make sure Dr. Johnson agrees. A tiny glimmer of hope made me lift my hanging head. "Okay" I whispered. He walked in and took a look. He confirmed Mrs. Jenn's thoughts. Then we walked out and I pulled back my tears until we got in the car. Then I let them loose. I cried and sobbed. Then I tried to keep it out of my head. Then I went in to get my spacers. They said it wouldn't hurt. So I went in and they popped it in. It didn't hurt at all!!!!!!!! So I bravely lifted my head and got my mom and stopped at Mrs. Jenn's room. I got a reward card that I now realize unlocks this!! I realized this place wasn't half bad and as I left I felt HAPPY!!! So I have no doubt now that if I push my fears to the outer corners of earth where they can't reach me then I can walk in to the orthodontist with my head high. I don't need to feel scared when I have all these wonderful people on staff that can help me and ensure my safety through my journey with braces.

By: Sophie S. Age 10