“It feels so good to feel like a real person again.” I was feeling emotional as we were leaving the park and heading to our
Tag: living with fibromyalgia
On My Bookshelf: Mayo Clinic Guide to Fibromyalgia
When you first got your diagnosis of fibromyalgia, did you ever wish you had a guidebook to help you find your way through this ‘new
Are Chronic Illness and Wellness Mutually Exclusive?
Are chronic illness and wellness mutually exclusive? At first glance they appear to be complete opposites, don’t they? After all, who can be ill and
Looking Back to Move Forward with Fibromyalgia
I stood in the middle of my office feeling completely overwhelmed again. As I mentioned in my post Just Do One Thing, I’m completely re-doing my office.
June Link-Up with Sheryl from A Chronic Voice
Time flies when you’re having fun! I must be having a lot of fun, because time sure has flown by this year. I can’t believe
Should I Change My Fibromyalgia Care Plan? 5 Questions to Ask Yourself
My hubby has been busy out in our garden for the last couple of weeks. He’s re-doing the area around our raised beds. When he
Prioritizing Self-Care “Projects”: 4 Questions To Ask Ourselves
My hubby and I went to a Home and Garden show yesterday. We were a little disappointed because it wasn’t exactly what we expected, but
What Do You Do When Chronic Illness Stops You In Your Tracks?
Do you ever feel that you take two steps forward and three steps back? I have to confess, it’s been one of those weeks for
Is Your Chronic Illness Hiding A Problem? The Importance of Preventive Screenings
My hubby and I went for our skin cancer screenings on Thursday. The trip is a little over an hour each way, but since it’s
Learning To Thrive In Spite Of The Fibro “Storm”: My Top 3 Tips
We’re getting snow today….or maybe a mix of sleet, rain and snow…. We’re hearing three different things from three different news outlets. We definitely have
Measuring Progress With Fibromyalgia
Every year, at the end of the year, I sit down and spend a little time taking stock of the year I just finished. I
Lessons From The Snowstorm: 4 Lessons On Living With Chronic Illness
When we got up around 6:00 Sunday morning the snow had just started coming down. There was just a light dusting on the ground, and
Rainbows In The Storm: Finding Good In Difficult Times
Three pairs of feet came through the front door and our usually-peaceful home erupted in chaos. We felt as though rather than escaping the looming
Storms And Floods And Bats, Oh My! – Coping With Stress
I was getting ready for church on Sunday morning when suddenly my husband came in and said, “There’s a bat in the house.” Thinking
Fibromyalgia Flares: Do You Experience Any Warning Signs?
Last night was a long night. In addition to loud peals of thunder and rain pelting the roof, our cell phones kept blaring out several
July Link Up With Sheryl From A Chronic Voice
Well, I’ve almost done it again….. I almost waited too long to participate in the monthly link up with Sheryl at A Chronic Voice. Each
What Are You Inviting Into Your Life?
Meet Gus-Gus. He’s the latest member of our backyard “zoo.” Isn’t he adorable? He just showed up one day last week and has since made
Pre-Planned Recovery Days: One Key To Living Well With Fibromyalgia
Recently we had the privilege of hosting two young men from Voices of Mobile when they were performing at our church. This group travels around
June Link Up With Sheryl From A Chronic Voice
It’s time for June’s Link Up with the fabulous Sheryl at A Chronic Voice. She always provides thought-provoking prompts for our link ups, and this
May Link-Up With Sheryl From A Chronic Voice
Wow, where has another month gone???!!! I just can’t believe May is almost over. I’ve missed the last two months’ link-ups with Sheryl because I