kevin_standlee | Getting my H/e/a/d/ Eyes Examined (Reply)

I went to my optometrist this morning, which is a simple trip as the office is only a few blocks away down the street where I live, and therefore an 8:15 AM appointment wasn't difficult. Just after my morning staff meeting, I walked down there (bundling up against the cold) and had an eye exam. I didn't do the dilation thing because I paid the $30 extra for a scan where they take photos of the eye instead. This meant that I could go back to work without losing the rest of the day to the dilation process.

I do have a slight cataract that has grown since last year, and the doctor says he wouldn't be surprised if next year it will get to the point where surgery is indicated. However, I'm not scared of that as I know it's pretty routine.

Last year, I did not need a new prescription, but things have changed just enough that it was time for new glasses. It took a little while because of needing to fiddle around with both my regular glasses and my computer bifocals. My distance vision is mostly unchanged, so my prescription sunglasses don't need replacing. Thank goodness for the Healthcare Savings Account, though, as insurance only covers some of the costs of the frames and lenses I want. In a week or two, I should be able to come collect the new glasses.