Been a rough week. Psychological pain amplifies the physical pain, and she has had every single one of her friends cancel on her birthday party. To say she is upset is an understatement.  It's been a difficult week, as the foot has swollen and the function is harder while she battles the psychological demons of self doubt and fear that her friends have abandoned her. It's hard on me, too, because I don't know how to help her, and what has happened is exceedingly unfair and unkind.

With the unfortunate week, I have once again had to make sacrifices at work. Balancing work and home is unbelievably hard right now, and I'm starting to wonder if its even fair to my patients to expect too much flexibility from them.  

I guess there isn't much actual news, other than to ask for continued prayers. The battle isn't over yet. Tomorrow is the day that was supposed to be her (already rescheduled due to friends cancelling) birthday.  Please pray that she can have a fun and relaxing day with family, and that the gut clenching guilt eating at me can loosen its grip. Thanks.