Hi everyone! I have been living with Fibromyalgia for at least 10 years and was “officially” diagnosed 2 years ago. This has got to be one of the most frustrating diseases of all time. One day I am “normal” and the next day I can hardly get out of bed. Even with my diagnosis I sometimes feel like I’m imagining all these crazy symptoms and when I have a bad day I feel like a big fat lazy slob. I feel bad for my 12 year old son because I usually don’t have the energy to do things with him. I work part time (30 hrs. a week) and go to school full-time so by the time I get home I just want to sleep. This is so frustrating!
Hi nevergiveup, you definitely aren’t a big lazy slob if you are working, going to school, and caring for your son! But my heart goes out to you, you definitely don’t need fib on top of all of that.
You’re always welcome to unload your frustrations here, that is what we are here for 
. I wonder if anyone else has strategies for dealing with those bad days?
Meli from Mod Support
You are going through a tough time dealing with whats going on in your life as well as dealing with fibromyalgia on top of all that.My heart goes out to you,you arent a lazy slob.You are chronically ill and deserve to rest.You shouldnt feel guilty for not being able to do things that normal people can do,you cannot do certain things and im sure your son understands.You should pace yourself when doing things,take your time.
You for sure mart lazy. Sounds like you are working hard, and also,trying to better your life. Pace yourself. Probably that is about all that your body can handle. If you are doing all this and taking care of a home and a 12 year hold son.
Just make sure he knows he is loved. Spend time with him doing something you are able to do like watching a movie, or playing a game. Or just talking. I’m sure he understands and wishes he could do more to help you as well.