This week I'm interviewing Ms Rants from Boston, MA, USA. Ms Rants had to stop working in 2011 in an attempt to "recover" from her illnesses. Now she focuses on her health, volunteering as often as she can, and a few low-energy hobbies that she is able to do from home, like crocheting, reading and … [Read more...]
Fibro Warrior Wednesday – Cracked Betty (Bec)
This week we are getting to know Bec (aka Cracked Betty), Sydney, Australia. Tell us a bit about yourself. I am a writer and marketing consultant for small, professional businesses, so I get to work with some really fantastic, interesting people. I am single without kids, but surrounded by … [Read more...]
Fibro Warrior Wednesday – Toni Dawn (The Girl in Yoga Pants)
My interview this week is with Toni Dawn of Bristol, TN (not too far from me). She was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia in May of 2012, at the age of 38. Tell us a bit about yourself and your life. I’m married. My husband is active-duty military. His work is three hours away, so he is … [Read more...]
Fibro Warrior Wednesday – Martin
This week I present to you another example proving that Men Get Fibro Too! In today's installment of Fibro Warrior Wednesday, I'm interviewing Martin Oxby of Inverness, in the beautiful Highlands of Scotland. Martin has been married to his lovely wife Samantha, for over 7 years. They share their … [Read more...]
Fibro Warrior Wednesday – Barbara Jennings
This week's Fibro Warrior is Barbara Jennings, from Danville, Kentucky. Tell us a bit about yourself.... I am married to a wonderful man. We have been married for 13 years. I know a lot of people say they met their soul mate, well I did. I have two children (Vanessa, 12 and Jacob, 8). Both … [Read more...]
Fibro Warrior Wednesday – Cait Gordon
This week's Fibro Warrior is Cait Gordon. She is a proud Irish-Canadian, hailing from Canada's capital - Ottawa, Ontario. When were you diagnosed? How old were you at the time? You would think this is an easy question to answer, but it isn’t. The short story is that I was diagnosed … [Read more...]
Fibro Warrior Wednesday – Interview with Helen Hazelmare
This week we are talking with Fibro Warrior Helen Hazelmare of Madison, WI. She's been living with Fibromyalgia for over 20 years. When were you diagnosed? How old were you at the time? In 1993 when I was 18 with Fibromyalgia & Myofascial Pain Syndrome by one of the Student Health doctors at … [Read more...]
Fibro Warrior Wednesday – Elizabeth aka PotomacFallsMom
This week's Fibro Warrior interview is with Elizabeth M. Christy, of Sterling, VA. Of course, most of us know her as PotomacFallsMom, and now the author of "Why Does Mommy Hurt?" When were you diagnosed? How old were you at the time? I was diagnosed at age 25, 2 years after I got married. … [Read more...]
Fibro Warrior Wednesday – EllaBlogger
This week's Fibro Warrior interview is with Ella, a 17 year old high school student who was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia in 2012, at the ripe old age of 15. As you'll see she is one amazing and mature young woman. What lead up to your diagnosis (symptoms, dr visits, etc)? A lot of … [Read more...]
Fibro Warrior Wednesday – Interview with SpoonieJen
This week's interview is with Jen Turner aka SpoonieJen. She is located outside Chicago, IL. She was diagnosed at the very young age of 15, back in 2004. What lead up to your diagnosis (symptoms, dr visits, etc)? Well, this gets kind of complicated. I was born pigeon toed (where your feet rotate … [Read more...]
