Kelly, you are truly blessed, and I'm glad you are able to see that. Someday mom will come to understand what the cats mean to you - this move should have reflected that to her.

I am so glad they might have a proper diagnosis for you. What does a pain management specialist do? Teach you ways to mentally deal with the pain? Teach you ways to move when the pain comes? I find this very intriguing since I never heard of one before! It sounds like a god-send for people like you.