She's happy :)

She started her new medication about 2 weeks ago. It only took about 2 days to notice the change in her. She is happy again! She hasn't had any panic attacks, some of her tics have eased off, and she is altogether a much more at-ease child.

Some tics still have a pretty strong hold on her little body. The leg jerk is the most dominant one. But she is HAPPY.

And not a "I'm on happy drugs" kind of happy. She is energetic, full of laughter and jokes, and just seems to have some peace for the first time in a really long time.

I can't wait to go back to the TS specialist and tell him that he has already made such a positive difference in her life, just like he promised he would. I am so happy with that doctor that I want to buy him a present! Haha!

Next month is National Tourette's Syndrome Awareness Month. The awareness ribbon color is teal. I am looking into buying some of the awareness bracelets so that she can pass them out to all of her family and friends to raise awareness of TS. It is such a misunderstood disorder and I believe that telling people more about it will help with that. I may even type up little cards and have her pass those out with the bracelets.

Right now, life is easier. I am thankful for that. I pray that her body doesn't become adjusted to that medication too quickly. She deserves this time of rest.