So -- for MLK day, Corey got to spend 2.5 hours at the orthodontist and is now the owner of some serious hardware:

If he is really good - he might get to take them off in two years. And then maybe get them again! What a lucky guy. Another great part of having braces means now Corey can't go to college -- we used his entire college fund to buy him the pretty braces and nice red/black bands.
It's Tuesday now and Corey is really hurting. I'm trying to be a good Dad so I brought Corey home some pudding and jello. Smile!