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    About Me

    I am 37 years old and was diagnosed a few years ago with fibro, cfs, and RA. I have a very supportive husband and 5 kids that have no clue what I go through. I am looking for people to talk to and make new friends with that truly understand what I go through and also loved ones of those that are suffering to help my family understand also

    Interests

    I love to dance although I don't get to go out much anymore. I like having friends over and social get togethers.

  • Recent Activity

    Monday

    July 11

    July 10

  • Journal

    • Journal Entry for July 8, 2008

      Mood July 8, 2008 10:56pm

      have a really bad migraine tonight so going to keep this short.

       

      still no nothing about,candace,who was sent to a mental institiution against her …

    • more drama

      Mood July 7, 2008 9:36pm

      well things are not settling here at all. the family I have been writing about in my journal the last few days are really affecting my famly. My sons …

    • the day after

      Mood July 6, 2008 11:49pm

       Thank you to everyone that commented on my journal entry. I ireally needed to support. Not as much exitement today. Thank God. Still my …

    • another day at the holmes house

      Mood July 6, 2008 2:12am

      well today was another day of drama at the holmes house. I swear people like to put me in the middle of things just to see how much i take before I …

    • Journal Entry for July 4, 2008

      Mood July 4, 2008 2:23am

      well its's 2:30 a.m. on the 4th of July and what a year it has been. Last year my daughter was just recovering from brain surgery, my son still …

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    • Hug

      From FranD Today

      Thinking about you and wishing you the very best. Life can be hard sometimes and it seems like you are having more than your share of problems. Hang in there. Love and Hugs, FranD

    • Hug

      From frndsrgldn Yesterday

      (((((((HUGE GIGANTIC HUGS))))))) :-D

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      From FranD Monday

      I am so very sorry for all you are going through. My problem is tinnitus and hyperacusis but I do know how extremely difficult coping with what ever it is can be. Take it a day at a time and pray for strength to get thru the day. Love and Hugs, FranD

    • Hug

      From mamatheresa July 16

      Hey, how r things? Havent seen you in a while. Been in a flare myself but wanted to say hi

    • Hug

      From jodsterrocks69 July 14

      Hi, I am finally starting to feel better after a week of hell, my mouth is getting better and my Flare I was in is gone for now thank god.. oh and my mouth is getting better to from the mouth rinse Dr. gave me thank God after over 3 months of dealing with it..hope all is well on your end take care. love and hugs, Jody

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  • Goals

    Progress

    10 %

    Goal End Date is Apr 2, 08 114 days ago.

    Progress

    5 %

    Goal End Date is Aug 31, 08 37 more days.
    Current Weight (Lbs)
    125

    Progress

    0 %

    Goal End Date is Mar 31, 08 116 days ago.
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    Progress

    0 %

    Goal End Date is Mar 31, 08 116 days ago.
    Goal Completed on Feb 10, 08
  • Support Groups

    • Close Fibromyalgia

      I was diagnosed a few years ago with fibro,cfs,and ra. I am trying to deal with the pain and depression that comes along with all these diseases. I feel like I have tried everything and nothing works.

      Treatments

      Aqua Therapy Somewhat Helpful
      when i have the energy to change my clothes and get in i feel a little better for a short period of time
      Cymbalta Working / Worked
      The only way I know this is working at all is because I have been frusterated a few times and went off and felt worse.
      Effexor Not Working
      didn't really work no longer on it
      Lyrica Not Working
      although it didn't work i have been told my dose was to low
      TENS Working / Worked
      it did work some but my insurance company won't continue to pay for therapy
      Ultram Not Working
      no longer taking it
    • Close Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

      I was diagnosed a few years ago with fibro,cfs, and ra. Looking for friends and support to get through my days. not only for me but my husband and 5 kids.

      Treatments

      Cymbalta Working / Worked
      know it works cause if i go off its bad
      Klonopin Too Soon to Tell
      just started this about 2 weeks ago. was on lorazepam but my stress level has gone through the roof so they changed me to this
      Lexapro Not Working
      was taken off for cymbalta
      Reiki Working / Worked
      I love this treatment. unfortunatly the person that works on me is moving. would highly reccommend it to everyone
    • Open Stress Management

      I have been under lots of stress lately. I was diagnosed with fibro,cfs, and ra a few years ago. On top of that my oldest stepson moved in 2 years ago who was a pain the but. he quit school and isn't doing much. My 16 year old can't deal with my illness so he moved in with his dad that had no contact with him in 2 years. MY middle stepson moved in this year and my daughter had brain surgery. For the last 3 weeks our vehicles have been broken into 2 times. Last time they broke the window out.

      Treatments

      Music Working / Worked
      I love to listen to country music. Especially if I am having a bad day
    • Open Anxiety

      Had anxiety for a very long time now. Sress has been very bad which had made my anxiety worse. Recently changed my meds but to soon to tell if working. Hands shake,worry about everything. I also have fibro/cfs/ra/depression

      Treatments

      Ativan Not Working
      when stress got worse it quit helping. they think cause I have been on it so long
      Klonopin Too Soon to Tell
      only been on this a few weeks
    • Open Bereavement
      Type: Loss of a Sibling

      I lost my best friend who I have always considered her my sister. She died on Oct 31

      Treatments

      Crying Working / Worked
      cried alot the first day
      Music Working / Worked
      I love county music and it seems to help me think
      Prayer Working / Worked
      I pray all the time and know she is in a better place
      Remembering Working / Worked
      a disk was put together of pictures from a baby to current to remember by
      Support from Friends & Family Working / Worked
      all my friends and family have been supportive
      Talking Working / Worked
      talking to anyone who will listen
    • Open Parenting Teenagers (12-18)

      I have 2 children and 3 step children. The main reason I want to join this community is because I don't aprove of my 16 yr olds girlfriend so he moved out and in with his dad who had not even spoken to him in 2 years

      Treatments

      Psychotherapy Not Working
      my son went a few times then his dad convinced i needed counseling not him
    • Open Homeschooling

      My daughter was injured during soccer tryouts and we have little choice but to homrchool. We are both excited mbw

    • Open Arthritis

      although I was diagnosed many years ago most dr.s seemed to act like it was no big deal but it has spread from my feet to back and hands in 3 years.

      Treatments

      Ibuprofen Not Working
      never helped
      Pain Management Clinic Too Soon to Tell
      just started
    • Open Anxiety Disorders in Children

      my daughter is 12 and has very severe anxiety or at least in my mind looking for other parents to see how they handle this

    • Open Migraine Headaches

      my daughter just came out of the hospital and her diagnosis is chronic migrains due to stress and anxiety. she is only 12. They put her on 4 meds that is making her so out of hit she can't stand up

      Treatments

      Caffeine Too Soon to Tell
      Fioricet Working / Worked
      seems to be working but not sure what is making her so out of it/
      Naproxen Not Working
      seemed to not help at all
      Klonopin Working / Worked
      this is helping with anxiety
      Tramadol Too Soon to Tell
      didnt help in past but to sson to tell with all new treatments
    • Open Hydrocephalus

      my daughter has hydrocephalus

      Treatments

      Shunts Working / Worked
      shunt put in july 07
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