Lola - I have Toxic Parents, but I haven't read it yet. I'd be happy to lend it to you if you'd like to borrow it. Just let me know via PM!

CE - I'm sorry you're not feeling hopeful anymore.

Good morning, couch peeps! A good friend of mine who has had 9 different back surgeries and still suffers with back pain and sciatica suggested that I sleep somewhat flat with pillows elevating my legs to take the pressure off my lower back. So, I slept on the recliner on my couch which isn't flat but flatter than my bed which is permanently elevated, 3 pillows under my leg, 1 supporting my right side and a neck pillow....and the pain was less this morning! Woot woot! I didn't sleep well, but at least I didn't wake up in such agony.

My neurologist appt. is in a few hours. Wish me luck!