Poked and Proded

Today was day one in a two day medical/dental event for The Boy.

This morning I checked him out of school for a dentist appointment that had previously scheduled on a day he had end-of-year science testing.  Oh well.  He got his braces-covered teeth cleaned, and examined.  No cavities!  Yippee!

Then this afternoon, I got him in for an official Scout Physical appointment with our favorite physician's assistant.  The last two times he had a scout physical, he ended up passing out during the hernia check (*stifled giggle*).  The first year I figured was a fluke, but last year, I guess it is an annual event.  So this appointment, I thought to tell the Doc that this is the kid who passes out on contact (well, more or less).

The PA recalled that experience from last year and asked The Boy if anything "down there" had changed or caused him pain.  "Nope" came the answer.  The PA then suggested we skip that portion this year.  The Boy grinned like he'd just wont he lottery.

And to cap off the spectacle, tomorrow The Boy gets to visit with the orthodontist.  And I'll let you know, he is fully committed to asking the Dr just home many more months he has to wear those things.  Whatever piques his interest, right?