Our Fibro Warrior this week is Jen Edwards aka thewonkyjen from Berkshire UK. She lives with her partner, and spends a lot of time with her sister, as they look after each other. She loves pets, and has owned a number of cats, but currently can’t have any pets in her rental. She says that as much as … [Read more...]
Fibro Warrior – Christianna McCall
I love sharing the stories of some of the amazing Fibro Warriors that are out there. This week we are getting to know Christianne McCall from Cheswick, PA (suburb of Pittsburgh). She’s married and has three daughters (Dylan is 16, Zoey is 10, and Lillian is 5) and two cats (Willow and Spaceman). … [Read more...]
Fibro Warriors Under 40 – Kristin Sciarappa
Kristin Sciarappa is another young Fibro Warrior. Kristin turned 30 in March of 2016 and was diagnosed with fibromyalgia at the age of 28. She lives in Milford, CT. Tell us a little about yourself: I’m 29 years old (the big 3-0 in March!) and I’ve been married for a little over a year to my … [Read more...]
Fibro Warrior – The Fibro Juvie, Bailey
We are starting the new year by bringing back the Fibro Warrior interviews. Bailey was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia at 17, and has recently started sharing her experience on her blog, Fibro Juvie. Bailey lives in Nevada with her parrot and hamster. Tell us a bit about yourself: I am 22, … [Read more...]
Fibro Warrior – Ann Smith
This week we are getting to know Ann Smith of Chanute, KS. She was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia seven years ago at the age of 34, after spending five years undiagnosed. She said that she feels sharing her story has been a cathartic experience and that she hopes doing so helps others. Please be sure … [Read more...]
Fibro Warrior Mildred @FibroCares
Mildred Velez of Newark, New Jersey is a Fibro Warrior and the founder of the Fibromyalgia Care Society of America and the Caterpillar Walk.She was diagnosed in 2007 at the age of 36. She says that when she was diagnosed she told her doctor that she felt like a 36 year old living in the body of a … [Read more...]
Fibro Warrior – Melissa Reynolds @thefibromama
This week we are getting to know Melissa Reynolds of Auckland, New Zealand. She is married with one small toddler. She was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia in her early 20’s after struggling with it for years. Tell us a little about yourself: I am a mama with a beautiful toddler and I am married … [Read more...]
Fibro Warrior – Sarah Ostrin
This week we are getting to know Fibro Warrior, Sarah Ostrin of Salem, Oregon (USA). She's 29 years old and was diagnosed in 2010 at the age of 23. Tell us a little about yourself: I am 29 years old, married with 2 step children, I have two jobs one as a part-time certified veterinary … [Read more...]
The Patient’s Playbook for Chronic Illness
A couple of weeks ago I shared my review of the new book, The Patient's Playbook: Saving Your Life and the Lives of Those You Love. I can't recommend this book enough, and as I read it I couldn't help but think "man I really want to talk with this guy!". I'd love to have really just sat down with … [Read more...]
Fibro Warrior Lisa King – @AFewSpoonsShort
Today we are interviewing Lisa King of SW Ohio, USA. She was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia in 1992 at the age of 31. She’s married with two adult children, four grandchildren, and a cat named Edward. She’s is on disability due to anxiety and depression (likely made worse by Fibromyalgia). She loves … [Read more...]
