So the cupcakes are awesome! I made pumpkin chocolate chip cupcakes with a vanilla buttercream frosting and a cinnamon icing drizzled over top of everything - all vegan, and all not noticeably vegan - just tasty!

That would be the good news. I haven't heard back from my friend. However, I spoke with another friend who is in the same city as her and is able to visit. The conversation was extremely difficult. I was shaking uncontrollably the entire time, and the details just made it more difficult. My PTSD symptoms have gotten worse, and my pain conditions are flaring up as well. I'm finding this situation very difficult to deal with, and I've been finding myself staring into space for hours because with everything that's going on right now (see other post) I'm so drained I can't focus on anything.

Thank you again for your support and encouragement,

A. Lauren