Hello, I have just joined up. There is a lot to explore on this site!
I was diagnosed last May after an intense flare up. Ever since I have been in the fibromyalgia crash course as I try to figure out how to survive with as much of my life iintact as possible.
I work full time, am a mom to two teenagers, and have a very awesome husband. We have dogs and chickens. I’m looking forward to gettingto know you all 
Hello DKeng
Welcome to this website. It is a large site with many places to post and to read. Take your time to read and digest before moving on to read more.
What kind of a job do you have? How is it impacting your life? Do you get support and help at home from your two teenagers and your husband?
Gentle hugs
Rachel
Hi there!! Welcome. I have not been very active on this site until lately, but have received wonderful feedback. Hope youre having a good day!!! Blessings, Janisrp
Hello Rachel and Janisrp, thank you for the warm welcome.
I am an engineer. I support a small manufacturing line in a cleanroom. My job is sometimes stressful and demanding, but it is always interesting.
How has fibromyalgia impacted my life? So many small things! My worst pain is in my hands; it affects almost everything I do. Most of the changes are frustrating, but some are good. Overall I’ve had to adjust my expectations. Some specific things are: I need special keyboard, mouse pad and voice recognition software when I use the computer (which I do a lot for work). I used to be very fast at data analysis, now I’m quite a bit slower. I’ve given up playing soccer, a sport I have enjoyed since I was 9. I have to spend more time taking care of myself (taking breaks, walking, swimming). One friendship imploded because of my illness. It caused me a lot of stress.
My husband and kids have been great. They really step up and take on many of the tasks I used to do. They are also understanding and supportive when I’m not feeling good.
Welcome, DK. Thanks for sharing about yourself.
There are many wonderful people here who understand and will support you through your flares and Fibro symptoms. Warm Epsom baths as well as meditation are my best friends when I am flaring. I hope you find relief soon. And again welcome!
Hugs,
Laurie
Thanks Laurie, I am happy to be here.
I enjoyed reading your NOT-to-do-list for the chronically ill. That’s a good list.