In every Dr. Mom’s medical kit is an endless supply of bandaids, tubes of antiseptic cream, and more hugs and kisses than can be contained. Fortunately, this usually does the trick. But once in a rare while, it doesn't. At those times, a doctor’s appointment is arranged, or a trip to the ER becomes necessary. Prescription medicine is purchased. The cast has to stay on for at least 6 weeks. And we are going to need a lot more hugs and kisses. But there is a level of tragedy beyond that, and no amount of bandaids and kisses can make it go away. It is a nightmare that we dare not face in the daylight. It is the moment when a loved one becomes truly sick or injured. Only so much healing can be done, and they have to live with some type of physical disfigurement. Worse still, it is not just … [Read More...]
