Half the Bling

We visited the local otolaryngologist today and, after examining Ernie, he decided to remove half of the staples and leave half in for another week.  This means another week of daily cleaning and twice a day "polishing" (ie-applying a layer of vaseline).  I don't mind but I know that Ernie is more than ready to get rid of his jewelry.  Even though he has no restrictions except his golfing ban, the staples do pinch and pull.  To avoid the discomfort, he tends to put his head down and then he ends up with a stiff neck.  So hopefully this will all be over with next week.  I will post again next Monday (April 8) once he sees the doc.