The Better to See You

I last got eyeglasses near the end of 2004. I was shocked at the time, as I could not remember ever having had to spent over $500 for a pair. They were my first pair of progressives. Although it took a few days to initially get used to them, I'd find it hard going back to regular specs now.

Part of the cost was the special 'scratch-resistance' option. Now though, after a bit more than two years, they are indeed quite marred. When they're on, I cannot see the lines but it gives me sensation of having dirty lenses.

Fortunately, my insurance through work provides $200 every 24 months. That's barely enough to get half a pair at today's prices. I suppose I must be thankful for any assistance.

So, although I hadn't planned to, when we were uptown this afternoon we stopped into see an optician. I kept my old frames. I love the titanium ones that snap back into shape after being stretched and bent. I simply ordered replacement lenses after a quick eye examination.

Jay was with me too and he ended up walking out with a pair of Rayban sunglasses. He looks very cool.