Proud of laerie

Tonight was a big step forward for her. Not only did she spend most of the day wearing the high protocol collar, but she took the initiative to find a way to wear it out for dinner this evening. When I double checked to be sure she was truly ok with it, she said "I hope someone sees it and asks, I'm proud of who I am." Even now as I type this, she's gone to bed for the night with that heavy ring of steel still on her neck, with perhaps the most peaceful smile I've ever seen on her face. While every day brings us new challenges, she continues to amaze and delight me with her commitment to handling them through the dynamic we've established.