i did end up visiting with the kids and it was great. and i even got everything else done that night without too much pain.

it's funny you mention getting out of my comfort zone. I'm currently terrified of driving a car. i haven't done it in over 2 years (pre-Covid) and I thought that's what you were talking about, but i realized I didn't mention it yet. So, I was a little confused at first and panicked. I know I'm supposed to overcome my fear by doing things, but well I haven't exactly had the opportunity to drive either. ugh so scary!