This morning was my last pain pill until next Wednesday...if all goes well, I shall be reunited with my beloved Celebrex. If not, well, then...I shall have to take desperate measures.

Next Wednesday, I have an assessment with a Rheumatoidologist. My doctor said she would not continue writing my prescription for a "less-than-optimal" drug unless I saw a specialist. In order to do so, I need to be pain-killer free for a week.

I could wish that I will rise to the occasion, but I fear I shall not be the epitome of equanimity during this time...