I have multiple hidden illnesses as do most of us. It seems much like Lays potato chips you can't have just one. My hidden illnesses include Fibromyalgia, TMJ, migraine, endometriosis, and thyroid disorder and IBS and probably one or two more that aren't coming to me at the moment. Chances are you … [Read more...]
Sunday Inspiration: Christine Miserandino
I haven't done a Sunday Inspiration post in a long time. I've had to cut back posting as I've just not had enough time to do everything I'd like to. But, this week I think it's important that I write this post. For those who don't know, this entire blog was inspired by Christine Miserandino and … [Read more...]
“But You Don’t Look Sick!” – Understanding Invisible Illness
Living with a condition such as Lupus, Fibromyalgia or Rheumatoid Arthritis is horrible enough without also having to cope with the cynicism of people who cannot detect these illnesses and take the stance that you’re exaggerating the level of your suffering. This doesn’t just stem from the … [Read more...]
Lupus 101: Guest Post
Lupus 101 I’m so privileged to be able to write this for Counting My Spoons, finally I can feel happy about spreading awareness, or at least my journey with it. I’m Cass a fellow blogger and writer who lives with multiple beasts at my side; the biggest is the wolf or SLE (Systemic Lupus … [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 – Leslie
This week's Fibro Warrior interview is with Leslie. Leslie blogs at the appropriately named JustAnotherFBomb. After sharing a post or two of hers in my Sunday Inspiration series, I decided that you guys needed to get to know her better and asked her to share her story here. After you read through … [Read more...]
