Weekend update

It's amazing how much easier the pain is to tolerate when Amy's on Vicodin. She's only taking 1/2 dose during the day with a full dose thru the night. She knows she can't be on it at all when she's in labs. Culinary knives and Vicodin don't mix well! So the goal is to get her thru the weekend and give the antibiotic time to work before she has to switch back to Tylenol for labs on Monday. She's wearing her "happy face" around everyone, but it's pretty obvious she hurts when we see the swelling. She said it feels like her neck & shoulder are quite bruised.
Tonight we're fixing one of Amy's all-time favorite meals, and I know that will give her something to smile about. Her laundry is done...she's getting rested...and we're giving her lots of hugs. I think she'll be ready to face the week with a great attitude. She mentioned to me last night that she knows this is happening for a reason. For now only God knows what that reason is, and we accept that. If nothing else, we know her attitude and positive outlook are inspiring others to look for their own silver lining in whatever they're facing. And we're ALL facing struggles, aren't we?
Hang in there...find your silver linings...love those around you and don't forget to tell them how much you appreciate them. And keep giving thanks for the gift of each day.