Holy hell I feel like Death! Winter sucks!

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Hi Soonersmile - I know what you are talking about when you mentioned the fact that you lose your words

and sometimes go blank. Since I have had my Fibro - sometimes my tongue gets all twisted up and I

just can't get the words out. It's frustrating to me. Sometimes, I will mispronounce a word because it

get all tangled up when I am speaking. Very embarrassing at times too. I can go 'blank' as well when

trying to carry on a converation. I understand your anger in having to work around your Fibro. The reason

I mentioned this, is that I didn't see this kind of problem posted anywhere on this website. So thought I

would bring it up. Many an appointment has had to be canceled because of my flare-ups. Thankfully the

doctors understand and let me reschedule, if I need to. I also try my very best to be with the family on various occasions, as I don't want to miss anything that's going on. But, once in a while, I have to stay

home because I just hurt so much and I would've been horrible company! (Smile). When I have flare-ups

that are going on all at once, it hurts to have someone hug me or touch me. The little bumps that show up where the flare is, really are tender and I just have to be patient with myself and ride it out. Since I have been with this website, mentally, as I have told everyone, I feel so much better. It is so hard to explain to someone what Fibro is all about. Until I found this website - I felt pretty alone in all I have been through. Take are of yourself Soonersmile and most importantly (easier said then done) get the sleep that you needto get through another day. Gentle hugs, Laurie

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Hi Mo - you cracked me up when you said that your apartment looked like a tornado hit it. I am usually a very organized and neat person. But when I am down and out with the ridiculous Fibro.....who cares??? I just can''t be bothered, you know? I also have the tendency not to eat or be hungry when I have flare-ups. So I struggle at times to keep my weight up.

I am so sorry about your Mother. I lost both my parents (5 months apart) when I was 27. I felt so lost without them. I was married at the time, so I at least had my husband to turn to. Don't hold in the grief you feel for your Mother, Mo. it will make the Fibro worse. Time heals all wounds and I believe in this
whole-heartedly! Take care of yourself and try to get enough sleep. I know......easier said than done!

Gentle Hugs! Laurie