Signs of Improvement

The last couple of days have brought some signs of improvement. I am less tired, fewer aches, the rash on my hand seems to be letting up and my eyes aren't bothering me as much. Thank God, maybe the worst is over?

I've been getting these little clear fluid-filled blisters in my mouth after I eat. They usually last for about 1/2 hour to an hour and then they disappear. I went to show them to an oral surgeon yesterday and he thinks that they're just from clogged salivary ducts, maybe from trauma, and that they'll probably just go away. The only thing I don't understand is why I'm getting them all of the sudden and why they are appearing on both sides of my mouth -- sometimes the right, sometimes the left, sometimes both simulatneously and sometimes not at all. I'll keep an eye on it an if it doesn't go away, I'll let Dr. Schuster know about it.

Mom has been feeling better and stronger. She's got a follow-up with the surgeon on 12/4, but she's trying to get in to see him sooner. I've got my next appointment on 12/5. If all goes well, we're hoping to go to Florida on 12/10.

Illana is still having trouble with her shoulder but she's been seeing a new doctor and has had some relief. She'd been going for physical therapy but saw no improvement. Tomorrow, she starts seeing an occupational theraist who specialiizes in the upper extremeties. We're optimistic & praying for her.

Thank God David and the kids are doing alright. Rachel's "friend" is here from L.A. Jacob will be going up to Connecticut to visit his "friend" this weekend. I've got relatives from Israel staying here for a couple of weeks. It's all good.

Thanks for checking in and for all of your thoughts, prayers and good wishes. Believe in Miracles!