Ragingvortex, I hope your pain eases soon.

bluebicycle, it sounds like you have a plan with your work schedule today. I remember having days at work when I just tried to meditate a bit. It can help. The printer has a nice sound that can help some people meditate.

Innerzone, good luck with your procedure.

Wander, I am glad your partner will be with you. And we are always here.

Christina, you are definitely not alone in stressing out about vacations. I think I mentioned that I have similar anxiety about them. I am so sorry your husband is not as supportive of your request for a compromise. I really can't imagine why you not going to the reunion would be a big deal. I went to my 30th high school reunion recently and didn't think to ask my husband to join me. He was glad. Fact is, he must compromise a bit. Must. If you think you'll run out of a med during your trip, maybe your doc and pharmacist can work something out ahead of time for you. Mine have for me. This is a common issue for travelers.