CHAPTER 17
The nurse handed Lacy a slip of paper. “Here’s the prescription for your pain meds. You can stop by any pharmacy and get them filled.”
“I’ll take care of that for you, hon.” Sandy reached out and took the form. “She probably shouldn’t take them on an empty stomach, either. Right?”
The nurse shrugged. “I guess not.”
Lacy was ready to go outside, to enjoy the fresh air once more.
“Doctor Jacobson wants you to check up with your general provider in a week. Do you need us to help make you an appointment?”
“Do you have a doctor in Anchorage, sweetie?” Sandy asked, as if Lacy needed a translator. She lowered her voice. “Do you have insurance? Because Carl and I can help with the medical bills, you know.”
“It’s all right,” Lacy insisted. Money had been tight working at the dayca
