RNC you know when I took part at Cleveland Clinic pain program they did not allow us to talk about our pain in terms of how it felt physically. They said it just made the brain process it more. Now on a day to day basis I always talk about it with my mom. It is not good you are right and I am going to work on that suggestion. You know I was thinking of a dog. Now my mom though I live on my own would not be happy since I am not a dog person and why my pup I got which granted was 13 years ago lives with her. I feel so alone though so maybe I was thinking to try a foster situation first? I am glad yours brings you comfort.
Dr S I will look at that as well

Thank you again.