tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5564311870469039865.post5703356573097257058..comments2023-11-02T02:29:57.883-06:00Comments on Scrapping, Card Making and Living with Fibro: My Request to my FriendsAmyJRockstarhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04424291831458018022noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5564311870469039865.post-16859390580021661042011-04-25T01:35:53.310-06:002011-04-25T01:35:53.310-06:00Thinking of you at this tough time. You are an in...Thinking of you at this tough time. You are an inspiration to others to work through the hard times and enjoy what we have. You have a lovely blog, and I hope you are able to find some happiness through your creations. Don't give up, pray lots, and know that others are thinking of you :)Karla Yungwirthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02443458218779027829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5564311870469039865.post-90861141704931844282011-04-20T08:29:35.841-06:002011-04-20T08:29:35.841-06:00I'm not usually one to pop in with advice abou...I'm not usually one to pop in with advice about health issues, as I do not claim to have any medical training... However, if you have not yet asked your doctor about Celiac Disease, please do! Recently, anytime anyone has mentioned digestion problems, I've wanted to ask them if they've heard of CD... And several have come back and asked me how I knew that's what they had... In my opinion, it mimics something like irritable bowel syndrome, and that's kinda what your description sounds like... Additionally, some of the symptoms can cause aches and pains associated with Fibro...<br /><br />So again, I'm only speaking out as a fellow blogger who enjoys seeing your creations -- And I don't ever want to see anyone in pain or discomfort...<br /><br />As hard as it is, do your best to keep your chin up and allow yourself to be embraced by these 'virtual' hugs being sent your way!! :)<br /><br />(((((hugs)))))<br />Amy :) at <a href="http://www.lovetocrop.com" rel="nofollow">www.lovetocrop.com</a><br />scrapbookingwithamy (at) gmail (dot) comAimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09645477555629359195noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5564311870469039865.post-32937623013422920022011-04-20T07:35:46.264-06:002011-04-20T07:35:46.264-06:00Hi Amy Jo, my name is Vicki and I'm from http:...Hi Amy Jo, my name is Vicki and I'm from http://www.melovebonoandscrapbooking.blogspot.com.... that precious Jan from http://www.living4orange.com actually left me your blog address so I could stop by and visit...I too have fibromyalgia...I hate hate hateeeee to see all of you younger women with this horrid cuss cuss ;) <br /><br />I was diagnosed when I was about 35, 36 years old. And back then (I am 50 now)...I had never heard of Fibro...Heck, I didn't know what it meant when my doc said "you have Fibromyalgia"...<br /><br />I am so sorry to hear you have been down lately...and believe me, I get it -- that eventually the pain will take a toll on your emotional status. How could it not? My doctors used to say "here take this...your depressed" and I would get so darn mad - cause I wasn't depressed, I was aggravaited, I was mad, I was in a bad mood - I wasn't depressed. I was so darn glad that I wasn't going to die (as I said, I had no clue what Fibromyalgia meant when the doc said it...I thought - dear Lord...how long do I HAVE!) LOL -- But when you want to feel good so you can go out and do things - and you don't - well thats not always depression...thats upset ;) - but I do get it - the cord that connects the 2...depression and being upset. <br /><br />I agree with you, I think friends DO help honey. Its hard sometimes to pick up that phone because we think "oh lord here we go again...complaining, hurting, etc" but listen...you will know the people to call and the ones that want to be there. I know for me personally, the people that I love and call friend or family, if they need my words or presence...I WANT to be there with them to help. Right? <br /><br />It sounds like you know exactly what to do. And yes, again I agree with the CDs and tapes! I know it sounds corny but they DO work...and listen honey...who cares what anyone else thinks...if YOU feel the difference, put a yellow ribbon in your hair and dance thru downtown at midnight - believe me, anyone who sees you will forget about the dance by next week anyway. And they probably have their own issues ;) <br /><br />I am going to follow you. And I hope you just continue to feel better and better and better ;) <br />And Amy Jo...thank you for being so open. Not everyone is about this illness. I myself find myself feeling odd about talking about the fibro with certain people...(some of them doctors!) I do think it helps to talk if you have the right people listening...I am sure I will be back soon. xoxo VickiI wonderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02999112571519281437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5564311870469039865.post-31089907730341589162011-04-19T21:42:14.880-06:002011-04-19T21:42:14.880-06:00Oh, my sweet friend!! I'm so glad you would s...Oh, my sweet friend!! I'm so glad you would share your feelings, goals and dreams!!!! Big hugs sent your way!!!!! :)Celeste B.https://www.blogger.com/profile/03119427349435454038noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5564311870469039865.post-68318340696540344602011-04-19T19:15:42.625-06:002011-04-19T19:15:42.625-06:00I'm thinking and praying for you too! I hope ...I'm thinking and praying for you too! I hope that the simple act of writing down your goals will begin your road to recovery. Be strong!<br /><br />~Sharon C.4kids4https://www.blogger.com/profile/00735206339534386139noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5564311870469039865.post-4918048372715234502011-04-19T17:40:34.715-06:002011-04-19T17:40:34.715-06:00You are in my thoughts and prayers! Hope you are f...You are in my thoughts and prayers! Hope you are feeling much better soon!Glendahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17712930048438555460noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5564311870469039865.post-54084675708935352722011-04-19T15:45:58.470-06:002011-04-19T15:45:58.470-06:00I feel and understand your pain. It has been a rou...I feel and understand your pain. It has been a rough fibro week for me and it's stopped me from crafting. When I don't craft, I don't do much of anything and that makes me bitter and irritable! I understand what it feels like to be in pain and not be able to do anything~~it is very difficult mentally. The first 3 years, I was undiagnosed and spent all my time in bed (after work). I gained 60 pounds and became quite depressed. The road back to health and happiness is a long road but possible because of friends! I've managed to wean myself from the meds but the weight is really, really hard to get rid of! I'm here to listen and encourage you as much as I can~~just an email away! ;) Remember~~You are not defined by your illnessAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04005423219310182613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5564311870469039865.post-9110764778559732872011-04-19T15:38:54.098-06:002011-04-19T15:38:54.098-06:00You are not alone out there. I understand your st...You are not alone out there. I understand your struggle. N ot because I have the illness you have or struggle with pain every day, but I am 50 and have a husband of 30 years who has been struggling with a vast array of pains and illnesses for most of our marriage. He has M.S. and several other health issues. Wheel chair bound.. I used to get bouts of depression, but I decided awhile back that this is the cross my husband and I have to carry, so look to the good God gave us. Our 4 boys and our 3 grandchildren. They are what keep us smiling and what we wake each day to see. The way I figure it, the more we suffer here on earth, the less we will have to pay for when we go to see our Lord. Some one once told me "don't waste time itemizing your troubles...count your blessings. Don't know if anything I said helps you...but I will say a prayer for you and remember jesus does love you.Cathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10297392637592334300noreply@blogger.com