I have an image of the nervous system that I show people, and I say, “I have chronic pain because of global dysfunction of these nerves…,”and I explain that nerves affect every part and system of the body. “Ever burned yourself? Nerves relayed the info to your brain. Pain resulted,” I explain. “Had a toothache? Nerves. Had stomach ache, headache, […]
Especially on Rainy Days
I used to love rainy days. I don’t mean that I loved them like a professional adult, book in one hand and coffee in the other, curled up under a blanket in my reading chair, cat beside me. On the contrary. Not too long ago, I jumped in puddles, spun in the raindrops and looked up to watch the drops […]
Traveling to Galveston with the Family (and Fibromyalgia)
Fourteen of my dear and feisty family members travelled to our favorite spot, Galveston, TX, last week. We split up to stay in two condos near San Luis pass, in a place we’ve visited before. Though Hurricane Laura threatened to ruin our vacation, she spared the island we love and left us with 90-degree days and 75-degree nights, no rain, […]
My Good Life
Ten years ago I wore a size 8, sometimes a 6, and I weighed under 150 pounds. I did 7 yoga classes a week, usually in the span of 5 days, and they weren’t all Yin. My blonde hair had natural highlights and my skin did not sag. I loved being the mom of two high-school kids. I supported their […]