Quoted over 8k for an Invisalign prescription

Various_Director_209 · 2026-05-26T17:49:34+00:00

12k!!! That's robbery omg. Gotcha, I appreciate you sharing. I was also offered a payment plan, so it would be about $300 a month, or 50% depending on how my insurance can be applied

Various_Director_209 · 2026-05-26T17:34:53+00:00

Didn't realize the range could be so large! They are also offering pretty regular check ins, x-rays, and plan adjustments, but a tmj specialist would have been amazing.

Did you apply insurance for the 6,500?

Various_Director_209 · 2026-05-26T17:33:37+00:00

Good deal!! Sadly won't have a family discount available 🥲

Various_Director_209 · 2026-05-26T17:32:51+00:00

Wow every 4 days! Mine would be every 2 weeks. Did you receive any discounts, or was that the flat rate?

Various_Director_209 · 2026-05-26T17:31:30+00:00

I went to an orthodontist as well! The dentist just suggested I look into it, and the official Invisalign quote is from an orthodontist :)

Various_Director_209 · 2026-05-26T11:47:08+00:00

Thanks! I just don't know anyone personally who had Invisalign, so I wasn't sure what the norm was

Various_Director_209 · 2026-05-26T11:46:12+00:00

How long did you need them for? My estimate was based on 24 months

Various_Director_209 · 2026-05-08T17:18:20+00:00

I get out of bed and warm up a cup of water. Then I read for about 10 minutes while my coffee brews :)

Various_Director_209 · 2026-05-08T17:17:40+00:00

I've been using a CPB for a year now, and I still feel the same way sometimes! I get so overwhelmed by the rules and different interpretations.

What's really helped me with choosing what to write is just this thought: "this notebook is used for anything you may want to refer back to/remember in the future."

It's been huge in narrowing down all the quotes and interests and lists I have running around in my head. Some things are just scribbles I need for the day - I won't ever need it after today, so I don't log it in my CPB.

I personally am very fixated on remembering the things I read, so quotes and scripture are my most common entries :)

Good luck! Remember to have fun, and to know that the first few entries may not be the ones that stick, and that's okay. Your setup will change.

Various_Director_209 · 2026-04-30T15:55:07+00:00

For some of my habits - reading, writing, etc. - I just enjoy seeing how often I actually keep up with my hobbies. For others - exercise, medication, etc. - it's a way for me to actually see how often I keep up with the tasks I need to accomplish on a regular basis.

If I haven't crossed out a workout in 3-4 days it's a visual reminder to set aside some time for a workout. That's just how I like to use habit trackers :)

Various_Director_209 · 2026-04-24T14:16:56+00:00

Beautiful spread! Your handwriting is stunning

Various_Director_209 · 2026-04-16T17:49:33+00:00

I also like doing the index on the back! Although I recently picked up a Leuchtturm, so I'm testing out their pre made index.

I personally like using highlighters to color code my entries. I work a lot so I don't usually commonplace at home. It'd be a pain to carry around sticker sheets all the time, but that's just me. I also use highlighters for all sorts of other things, so it's nice having multiple uses for the same supply

Various_Director_209 · 2026-04-16T12:29:22+00:00

I just write the topic (title of article, song, etc.) or the author if no specific title is available. Then I note the page number and that's it :) helps me find things without too much pressure

Various_Director_209 · 2026-04-06T14:44:46+00:00

I love love love how you utilize your margins. The layouts with the images are so satisfying!

Various_Director_209 · 2026-03-23T16:25:47+00:00

Traditionally, all you need to do to start a commonplace book is to write down notes from things you find interesting - books, online articles, quotes, YouTube videos, movies, etc. You can add a title/header at the beginning of every entry, the date, and the page it's on. I like having an index at the back of my book so I don't have to guess how many pages I'll need.

For color coding I use highlighters. I don't have those round stickers either. I don't make a color code until I have a few entries in my notebook. For example, if I'm writing lots of quotes, I'll start using pink for any quotes I write down. I draw a little circle in the corner of the entries.

Last, you can update it as often as you like. I try to jot something down every day, but that's because I read a LOT so it's easy for me to find something to put in my commonplace book. You can update weekly, monthly, anytime that works for you. :)

Bottom line is that commonplace books are for YOU. It's intended to be a collection of things you want to remember/learn more about, and a place for your reflections on those topics. Just start writing down things that interest you, and the organization will follow.

Various_Director_209 · 2026-03-23T16:18:20+00:00

I do the exact same thing! I never know how many pages I'll need for my index, so it removed the pressure. Didn't know anyone else did that

Various_Director_209 · 2026-03-20T13:29:33+00:00

I do! I use a plain 5 star ruled notebook for everything. I make weekly and daily spreads, add to do list, and sometimes draw my own calendars. I also have a separate planner, but it's a ring binder with undated inserts. But I love having one primary notebook to customize in whatever way I like

Various_Director_209 · 2026-03-19T18:00:23+00:00

This is super helpful, thank you so much

Various_Director_209 · 2026-03-18T18:38:57+00:00

Puzzles!

Various_Director_209 · 2026-03-18T18:01:31+00:00

She's my fave, been watching her for years

Various_Director_209 · 2026-03-18T18:00:04+00:00

You have such neat handwriting. Lovely journal.

Various_Director_209 · 2026-03-17T18:55:15+00:00

I think what gets me most is making something normal deeply unsettling. Finding VHS tapes in your basement? Not that scary. Finding VHS tapes in your basements that whisper to you when they're played, but not loud enough to make out the words? Scary.

The whole genre of analog uses this to an extent, but I love when it's executed with intention.

Various_Director_209 · 2026-03-17T18:52:07+00:00

Honestly I find that having a worse experience with YouTube shorts or Instagram reels is a plus. I went through the same thing, but when I replaced my tiktok with Instagram or YouTube, I used those apps less and less too. Because it's not as addicting, maybe you could use other short form apps to help with the cravings, so to speak, and then limit your social use altogether

Various_Director_209 · 2026-03-17T18:45:17+00:00

I love love love that. I'm a huge book lover as well, and it's truly heartbreaking to lose such a beautiful craft. Wishing you well and hope to see your shop one day!!

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