I have Fibromyalgia. I also have the tendency to be ridiculously meticulous. Is it OCD?
Fibromyalgia, Home-schooling and Multi-tasking
Multi-tasking is over rated and when you suffer from Fibromyalgia, it can be detrimental to your brains well being.
Living in the Midwest with Fibromyalgia
I suffer from Fibromyalgia. I have multiple days in a row where I seem to have more energy and I also have trouble sleeping. Then, I have found the opposite to be true; days in succession where I am so fatigued I can barely function. Whether I have energy or am fatigued, every single day… Continue reading Living in the Midwest with Fibromyalgia
10 Day Fibromyalgia Flare
I have just been through an awful ten days of pain and a seemingly never-ending flare-up from Fibromyalgia. When a flare starts, it may end in an hour, it may end in a day, but sometimes it goes on for over a week. When you suffer from Fibromyalgia you NEVER KNOW how long a flare… Continue reading 10 Day Fibromyalgia Flare
Fibromyalgia and a Creative Thought
I took a few months sabbatical, not because I wanted to, but because my life was not conducive to stopping to write this blog, let alone stopping for anything else! At the end of October 2018 our 23 year old daughter got engaged. (applause all around!) And then it happened- They desired a January 2019… Continue reading Fibromyalgia and a Creative Thought
My Crazy, Zany Life
This Momma struggles to find her way through autumn days while suffering from Fibromyalgia
What NOT to say when you have Fibromyalgia
I have Fibromyalgia and fight the pains in my body 24/7. It is a seemingly never-ending whirlwind of pain and labeled an invisible illness because those of us who have it look pretty darn good on the outside, but on the inside we are battling those pains through the smiles we have programmed ourselves to… Continue reading What NOT to say when you have Fibromyalgia
A Quiet Autumn Afternoon in Pain
I have Fibromyalgia. That dread condition where you hurt all over, all the time. Today I find myself behind my computer with the Pride and Prejudice soundtrack playing and my grandson asleep next to me. Life is pretty good! Today I have created Christmas cards online, paid bills and enjoyed lunch with my kiddos. My… Continue reading A Quiet Autumn Afternoon in Pain
When Your Body Locks Up from Pain
Yesterday I had another episode where my entire body locked up for a good 30 minutes from severe pain. Was it the weather? Was it lifting a heavy pot of water to boil pasta? Or was it just the Fibromyalgia doing what it does? I had spent the morning making a lasagna with my daughters,… Continue reading When Your Body Locks Up from Pain
That Long-awaited Cool Front
Well, that long-awaited cool front passed through this afternoon. I would have known without the weather app on my phone preparing me! It is a bittersweet thing for this Fibro gal, those cool fronts. See, I love autumn! The colors, the leaves falling in the breeze, pumpkins and the amazing smells! I have been waiting… Continue reading That Long-awaited Cool Front
Being Creative with Fibromyalgia
Having Fibromyalgia and being creative, like decorating a cake, is quite the challenge! Today after our family Bible study and prayer time it was decided to spontaneously celebrate our daughter's birthday, which is actually next weekend, but due to a music engagement we have way upstate, we will not be able to celebrate it on… Continue reading Being Creative with Fibromyalgia
Looking for the Blessings with Fibromyalgia
As summer comes to an end, I am reminded of the blessings life has to offer. Yes, there are blessings to be found if we take the time to look. Summer brought warmth, gardening, flowers and dragonflies! (We won't mention, mosquitos, ticks, and sun rashes...this is a post about finding blessings.) However, if you live… Continue reading Looking for the Blessings with Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia Makes Every Day Difficult
I have felt the physical effects of the past week which offered nothing but continuous rain from remnants of a tropical storm. I chose to be as productive as possible despite how the rains make my Fibromyalgia body feel. I spent one day making several meals for the week and resting, I spent a day… Continue reading Fibromyalgia Makes Every Day Difficult
Look to the Scriptures when in Pain
"Have Mercy upon me, Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â O Lord; For I am weak: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â O Lord, heal me; Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â … Continue reading Look to the Scriptures when in Pain
Labor Day Memories
Labor Day is the last celebrated American holiday for BBQ's before the weather turns cold. For me, Labor Day has always signified the day before school began. As a child, it was the last "Hooray!" day because you knew that the next day, school would begin. It was a bittersweet time in my childhood. My… Continue reading Labor Day Memories
Lead Me to Higher Ground During this Fibromyalgia Flare
Lake Michigan, USA. My view from the hotel where my husband is in meetings all week. This particular block of time in my life is one of a seemingly never-ending time of a major Fibromyalgia Flare. I am listening to instrumental hymns and currently "Higher Ground" is playing. Do you know the hymn? I’m pressing… Continue reading Lead Me to Higher Ground During this Fibromyalgia Flare
Positive Thoughts and Fibromylagia
(This article was reprinted by request.) Okay, so let's talk about the realities of having Fibromyalgia or another chronic pain disease. Few websites or blogs will touch on this subject. I will do my best to do so. See, I am a daily Fibromyalgia warrior. I fight the battle of pain every day and it… Continue reading Positive Thoughts and Fibromylagia
When the storms of a Fibromyalgia flare occur, what do you do?
When the storms of a Fibromyalgia flare occur, what do you do?... What can I say? Sadly, today has been a bad day for me. I felt the flare coming on yesterday, although I tried to ignore the symptoms. I had had two consecutive nights of being woken up with all the joint pains, but last… Continue reading When the storms of a Fibromyalgia flare occur, what do you do?
This the Day which the Lord Hath Made
trying the best to be the you you are now with Fibromyalgia
Making Home-school Desk Dividers
Today this Fibro-Momma tried her hand at making some home-school desk dividers to use this coming school year. I do admit that being crafty is an outlet for me. I love to sew and paint, too. However, my forever achey Fibro body does not always let me, but I do try!! Having Fibromyalgia is a… Continue reading Making Home-school Desk Dividers
Varying Hormone Levels in Your Home and Fibromyalgia
I deal with a lot of different personalities and hormone levels at my house. Why?? Well, for starters I have ten children from ages 27 down to 9 and six still live at home. Each one is uniquely made and each one goes through his or her own issues at any given time. I have… Continue reading Varying Hormone Levels in Your Home and Fibromyalgia
Remodeling with Fibromyalia
When you have Fibromyalgia the last thing you want to deal with is a bathroom remodeling job.
Cast Your Cares Upon the Lord
Have Faith! The Bible (paraphrased) says not to worry about tomorrow because today has enough going on to monopolize our minds. This is true for everyone, but for a Fibromyalgia sufferer it's VERY true. Worry can add stress to our minds, which overflows to our bodies, which causes immeasurable, debilitating pain that is all-consuming and… Continue reading Cast Your Cares Upon the Lord
Life Does Not Stop for Fibromyalgia
June has been quite a month for this Fibro Momma! Music engagements, family visits, Father's Day, my 28th Anniversary...all has kept me busy, busy. Life does not slow down for Fibromyalgia. So, What do you do when life does not slow down for Fibromyalgia sufferers and your body desperately needs it to?? Pacing yourself… Continue reading Life Does Not Stop for Fibromyalgia
Sensitive, Burning Skin and Fibromyalgia
This evening I went out to dinner with my hubby and 19 year old son and just as we were leaving, it began to rain. As I made my way to the car, those raindrops felt like they were burning my skin with each pelting drop. By the time I got to the vehicle I… Continue reading Sensitive, Burning Skin and Fibromyalgia
Getting Through a Day with Fibromyalgia
How do you get through a day with Fibromyalgia? Well, for starters, you have to realize that one day can take on a hundred different pain issues depending on the choices you make. For example, I usually feel run over by some form of transportation before my feet hit the floor! (How's that for a… Continue reading Getting Through a Day with Fibromyalgia
May is Fibromyalgia and Lupus Awareness Month
May is Fibromyalgia Awareness Month. It is also Lupus Awareness Month. Please be compassionate to those who suffer from either of these two conditions...or worse, both. Happy May- ~The Fibro Momma of Ten
Fibromyalgia and Deadlines
When you have deadlines to meet and you suffer from Fibromyalgia, that can make one's week extremely difficult to get through. I don't know about you, but when I have a deadline it causes my adrenaline to kick in, allowing me to accomplish the task at hand, but the after effects can be debilitating. My… Continue reading Fibromyalgia and Deadlines
Getting through a Fibro Day
Living with Fibromyalgia is a daily, moment-by-moment battle. This is my battle every day.
When a Fibromyalgia Flare Never Seems to End
When a Fibromyalgia flare never seems to end, what do you do? How about when "life" seems to overtake you and the Fibro has you immobilized and you can barely move from the intense pain that has befallen your Fibro body, what about that? Does your pain seem to come and go on different parts… Continue reading When a Fibromyalgia Flare Never Seems to End
Here Comes the Sun
Good Friday! And yes, it is a good Friday, because the sun has finally decided to show itself! It has been a very dreary and wet early spring. I regret to say that I have not felt much like writing. I have been sad with my Navy Sailor returning back to his post after a… Continue reading Here Comes the Sun
