The unpredictable nature of ME/CFS & Fibromyalgia makes daily life a challenge for those of us who are trying to survive with the illnesses. Never knowing from 0ne day to the next what is going to happen, what we will or … [Read more...] about The Only Thing Predictiable About CFS & FM Is the Unpredictability
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My Dreams for the Future Do Not Include Disability
I have a huge goal and I know that many people will think that I am in denial about my illnesses but I'm not - I'm optimistic. Maybe a little too optimistic about this particular goal? I really have a dream and a big goal to … [Read more...] about My Dreams for the Future Do Not Include Disability
Disability Proving to Be A Major Hindrance Around Every Corner
Social Security Disability is not a process to be taken lightly. Many of us with CFS, Fibromyalgia, IC Disease or a combination of the three have found it necessary to go to these extreme measures for financial … [Read more...] about Disability Proving to Be A Major Hindrance Around Every Corner
Disability Myths Debunked In Invisible Illnesses & Chronic Pain
Disability and handicapped are two words that have come to haunt many invisible illness sufferers. In case you are reading about chronic illness for the first time and you are wondering what in the heck an "invisible … [Read more...] about Disability Myths Debunked In Invisible Illnesses & Chronic Pain
If Tomorrow Never Comes….Then What?
I had a really bad CFS spell yesterday and most of today and once again, all of the things I wanted to get done I had to let go and push off until my next day off, which is Friday. One of my major issues I have is that when … [Read more...] about If Tomorrow Never Comes….Then What?
CFS, Fibromyalgia, Disability – and the Donut Hole
At the age of 41, I never would have dreamed that I would have to worry about Medicare and “Medicare Supplement Insurance” and “the Donut Hole” that I have heard the commercials talking about. I actually didn’t really … [Read more...] about CFS, Fibromyalgia, Disability – and the Donut Hole
Setting Realistic Goals with ME/CFS & Fibromyalgia
Before I became sick or as sick as I am now, I had huge goals. I was going to be a top executive, earn a huge salary, and have it all - and I was willing to work all of the hours it took to get there. I loved the … [Read more...] about Setting Realistic Goals with ME/CFS & Fibromyalgia
Stages of Adjusting to Chronic Illness
When I first became sick 20 years ago, I never imagined the winding road ahead of me and what was in store for myself and for my family. I remember thinking once I received my CFS diagnosis and was told there was no cure and … [Read more...] about Stages of Adjusting to Chronic Illness
Surviving the Holidays with ME/CFS & Fibromyalgia
The holidays are supposed to be a happy, joyous occasion, but for those of us with CFS & Fibromyalgia, it usually means more sickness. Anytime there is more work and more stress involved, you can guarantee a CFS … [Read more...] about Surviving the Holidays with ME/CFS & Fibromyalgia
Giving Thanks With ME/CFS & Fibromyalgia
As I sit and write this post, I realize that it is the 21st Thanksgiving holiday that I have been living with ME/CFS and Fibromyalgia. While this may sound crazy, I am thankful in many ways to these illnesses because of the … [Read more...] about Giving Thanks With ME/CFS & Fibromyalgia