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Subject: Re: Lack of spousal support


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Glenn
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Date Posted: 16:14:50 07/22/04 Thu
In reply to: Meg 's message, "Lack of spousal support" on 14:33:51 07/22/04 Thu

>I'm 33 and just got my braces on today. I'm not
>feeling very confident about my appearance at the
>moment. My husband isn't crazy about the idea of me
>getting braces. He said he is most concerned about
>the cost. When he saw me with the braces for the
>first time today, he just snickered and said he
>thought I was getting the braces that are clear.
>(I've got the Damon clear brackets--but there is still
>a lot of obvious metal showing). Not exactly the
>response I had hoped for. So, any suggestions for
>dealing with a less than supportive spouse? Do the
>spouses get used to the braces eventually???????
>
>Thanks!
Hi Meg
What a great post! I am a spouse that has a wife in braces.We have been happily married for 10 years. I have a hard time dealing with this as well. It has been over 6 months now, and there are days where I find it hard to give the support she needs. I know that she needed braces, in fact it was my idea, but still I have a hard time accepting this. I think it is because I love her,and don't really understand what she is going through. I want to see the end results, without the pain,etc. What has helped me in dealing with this, is communication. Be open and share your true feelings with each other. It has been a strain on our marriage. I have found alot of support from this board. Time heals all. I know that she will be much happier with a new smile, and I hope our relationship is better. I hope this will help

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Re: Lack of spousal supportEmily22:58:33 07/22/04 Thu
Re: Lack of spousal supportAmyC18:12:12 07/25/04 Sun


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