Guest guest Posted June 1, 2007 Report Share Posted June 1, 2007 I live in a tiny little town called Stockdale. Small enough to be free from most crime but too small most of the time since you have to drive too darn far to Walmart LOL Introducing myself > > Just thought I'd take a few minutes to introduce myself. My name is > Lou, I'm 57 years old, live in Texas and am caregiver for my 85 > year old mom who has Alzheimer's. > > The past year or so my FM has really started giving me hell and I've > been completely miserable and feeling sorry for myself. I thought maybe > it was time to get out of my own world and try to talk to and get to > know others. > > I had my own Yahoo group until a few years when one and another finally > made me give it over to another group member. Since I'm not able to > attend real life meetings, or do much of anything, I thought this might > be a good way of trying to make a few friends. > > Thank you for letting me join, > Lou > > > > 1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the > list > as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your > dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well > as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general. > > 2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls > don't > be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that > situation better. > > 3. To unsubscribe the e-mail is: > Fibromyalgia_Support_Group-unsubscribe > > 4. Also, it is not uncommon for more than one member to be feeling bad at > the same time when it comes to flares and b/c of that potentially take > something another member says the wrong way. And that includes the things > that one member may find funny (even if it's laughing at fibro itself) > even > though we who deal with illness whether one such as fibro or multiple > illnesses try to keep a sense of humor. > > 5. Pls let's be gentle with each other, and if you are having a bad day > pls > let us know so that we can do our best to offer our support. > > Have a nice day everyone. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 3, 2007 Report Share Posted June 3, 2007 I found a Stockdale on the map hanging on the wall here. It is south of Seguin and east of San . If that's your town, it is a long drive to both cities. Round Rock used to be a small town, too. Debbie J > > Hi Lou.. I hope you find comfort in this group > > There are a lot of caring people here... > > Hugs > > Bet > > > > -- Introducing myself > > > > Just thought I'd take a few minutes to introduce myself. My name is > > Lou, I'm 57 years old, live in Texas and am caregiver for my 85 > > year old mom who has Alzheimer's. > > > > The past year or so my FM has really started giving me hell and I've > > been completely miserable and feeling sorry for myself. I thought maybe > > it was time to get out of my own world and try to talk to and get to > > know others. > > > > I had my own Yahoo group until a few years when one and another finally > > made me give it over to another group member. Since I'm not able to > > attend real life meetings, or do much of anything, I thought this might > > be a good way of trying to make a few friends. > > > > Thank you for letting me join, > > Lou > > > > > > > > 1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the > > list > > as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with your > > dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds as well > > as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general. > > > > 2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls > > don't > > be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make that > > situation better. > > > > 3. To unsubscribe the e-mail is: > > Fibromyalgia_Support_Group-unsubscribe > > > > 4. Also, it is not uncommon for more than one member to be feeling bad at > > the same time when it comes to flares and b/c of that potentially take > > something another member says the wrong way. And that includes the things > > that one member may find funny (even if it's laughing at fibro itself) > > even > > though we who deal with illness whether one such as fibro or multiple > > illnesses try to keep a sense of humor. > > > > 5. Pls let's be gentle with each other, and if you are having a bad day > > pls > > let us know so that we can do our best to offer our support. > > > > Have a nice day everyone. > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 3, 2007 Report Share Posted June 3, 2007 Also introducing myself: I'm 47 and also live in TX--San Angelo, to be exact. We're almost 100,000 in size now. I joined this group yesterday and this is the first email I've seen. How funny that it happens to be about TX :-) I look forward to getting to know all of you! L -- Introducing myself > > > > Just thought I'd take a few minutes to introduce myself. My name Is > > Lou, I'm 57 years old, live in Texas and am caregiver for my 85 > > year old mom who has Alzheimer's. > > > > The past year or so my FM has really started giving me hell and I've > > been completely miserable and feeling sorry for myself. I thought Maybe > > it was time to get out of my own world and try to talk to and get To > > know others. > > > > I had my own Yahoo group until a few years when one and another Finally > > made me give it over to another group member. Since I'm not able To > > attend real life meetings, or do much of anything, I thought this Might > > be a good way of trying to make a few friends. > > > > Thank you for letting me join, > > Lou > > > > > > > > 1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone On the > > list > > as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check With your > > Dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other Meds as well > > as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general. > > > > 2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it Is) pls > > don't > > be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make That > > situation better. > > > > 3. To unsubscribe the e-mail is: > > Fibromyalgia_Support_Group-unsubscribe > > > > 4. Also, it is not uncommon for more than one member to be Feeling bad at > > the same time when it comes to flares and B/c of that potentially Take > > something another member says the wrong way. And that includes The things > > that one member may find funny (even if it's laughing at fibro Itself) > > even > > though we who deal with illness whether one such as fibro or Multiple > > illnesses try to keep a sense of humor. > > > > 5. Pls let's be gentle with each other, and if you are having a Bad day > > pls > > let us know so that we can do our best to offer our support. > > > > Have a nice day everyone. > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 3, 2007 Report Share Posted June 3, 2007 Welcome Rickye.. I am from Wyoming .. The weather is at its best now.. Warm with not humidity.. This is a fine group to belong to.. Hugs Bet -- Introducing myself > > > > Just thought I'd take a few minutes to introduce myself. My name Is > > Lou, I'm 57 years old, live in Texas and am caregiver for my 85 > > year old mom who has Alzheimer's. > > > > The past year or so my FM has really started giving me hell and I've > > been completely miserable and feeling sorry for myself. I thought Maybe > > it was time to get out of my own world and try to talk to and get To > > know others. > > > > I had my own Yahoo group until a few years when one and another Finally > > made me give it over to another group member. Since I'm not able To > > attend real life meetings, or do much of anything, I thought this Might > > be a good way of trying to make a few friends. > > > > Thank you for letting me join, > > Lou > > > > > > > > 1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone On the > > list > > as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check With your > > Dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other Meds as well > > as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general. > > > > 2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it Is) pls > > don't > > be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make That > > situation better. > > > > 3. To unsubscribe the e-mail is: > > Fibromyalgia_Support_Group-unsubscribe > > > > 4. Also, it is not uncommon for more than one member to be Feeling bad at > > the same time when it comes to flares and B/c of that potentially Take > > something another member says the wrong way. And that includes The things > > that one member may find funny (even if it's laughing at fibro Itself) > > even > > though we who deal with illness whether one such as fibro or Multiple > > illnesses try to keep a sense of humor. > > > > 5. Pls let's be gentle with each other, and if you are having a Bad day > > pls > > let us know so that we can do our best to offer our support. > > > > Have a nice day everyone. > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 4, 2007 Report Share Posted June 4, 2007 Welome Rickye, I am from South Dakota, we are a group from all over the place in the US and abroad. Please feel free to ask questions and join in on posts. Welcome again Lori Bet wrote: Welcome Rickye.. I am from Wyoming .. The weather is at its best now.. Warm with not humidity.. This is a fine group to belong to.. Hugs Bet -- Introducing myself > > > > Just thought I'd take a few minutes to introduce myself. My name Is > > Lou, I'm 57 years old, live in Texas and am caregiver for my 85 > > year old mom who has Alzheimer's. > > > > The past year or so my FM has really started giving me hell and I've > > been completely miserable and feeling sorry for myself. I thought Maybe > > it was time to get out of my own world and try to talk to and get To > > know others. > > > > I had my own Yahoo group until a few years when one and another Finally > > made me give it over to another group member. Since I'm not able To > > attend real life meetings, or do much of anything, I thought this Might > > be a good way of trying to make a few friends. > > > > Thank you for letting me join, > > Lou > > > > > > > > 1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone On the > > list > > as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check With your > > Dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other Meds as well > > as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general. > > > > 2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it Is) pls > > don't > > be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make That > > situation better. > > > > 3. To unsubscribe the e-mail is: > > Fibromyalgia_Support_Group-unsubscribe > > > > 4. Also, it is not uncommon for more than one member to be Feeling bad at > > the same time when it comes to flares and B/c of that potentially Take > > something another member says the wrong way. And that includes The things > > that one member may find funny (even if it's laughing at fibro Itself) > > even > > though we who deal with illness whether one such as fibro or Multiple > > illnesses try to keep a sense of humor. > > > > 5. Pls let's be gentle with each other, and if you are having a Bad day > > pls > > let us know so that we can do our best to offer our support. > > > > Have a nice day everyone. > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 4, 2007 Report Share Posted June 4, 2007 Sorry. Introducing myself/deebs & debra > Please delete Deebs when using this subject line! That is NOT my name > but a ID I had to use for joining a yahoo group. My name is Debbie so > please address my notes as such. Deebs is a personal name and I do not > want anyone using it!!! > > Debbie > > > > 1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the > list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check with > your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other meds > as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general. > > 2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls > don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make > that situation better. > > 3. To unsubscribe the e-mail is: > Fibromyalgia_Support_Group-unsubscribe > > 4. Also, it is not uncommon for more than one member to be feeling bad at > the same time when it comes to flares and b/c of that potentially take > something another member says the wrong way. And that includes the things > that one member may find funny (even if it's laughing at fibro itself) > even though we who deal with illness whether one such as fibro or multiple > illnesses try to keep a sense of humor. > > 5. Pls let's be gentle with each other, and if you are having a bad day > pls let us know so that we can do our best to offer our support. > > Have a nice day everyone. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 6, 2007 Report Share Posted June 6, 2007 Thank you for the welcome! I'm looking forward to reading. Been busy at work lately!! *hugs* Rickye Bet wrote: Welcome Rickye.. I am from Wyoming .. The weather is at its best now.. Warm with not humidity.. This is a fine group to belong to.. Hugs Bet -- Introducing myself > > > > Just thought I'd take a few minutes to introduce myself. My name Is > > Lou, I'm 57 years old, live in Texas and am caregiver for my 85 > > year old mom who has Alzheimer's. > > > > The past year or so my FM has really started giving me hell and I've > > been completely miserable and feeling sorry for myself. I thought Maybe > > it was time to get out of my own world and try to talk to and get To > > know others. > > > > I had my own Yahoo group until a few years when one and another Finally > > made me give it over to another group member. Since I'm not able To > > attend real life meetings, or do much of anything, I thought this Might > > be a good way of trying to make a few friends. > > > > Thank you for letting me join, > > Lou > > > > > > > > 1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone On the > > list > > as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check With your > > Dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other Meds as well > > as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general. > > > > 2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it Is) pls > > don't > > be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make That > > situation better. > > > > 3. To unsubscribe the e-mail is: > > Fibromyalgia_Support_Group-unsubscribe > > > > 4. Also, it is not uncommon for more than one member to be Feeling bad at > > the same time when it comes to flares and B/c of that potentially Take > > something another member says the wrong way. And that includes The things > > that one member may find funny (even if it's laughing at fibro Itself) > > even > > though we who deal with illness whether one such as fibro or Multiple > > illnesses try to keep a sense of humor. > > > > 5. Pls let's be gentle with each other, and if you are having a Bad day > > pls > > let us know so that we can do our best to offer our support. > > > > Have a nice day everyone. > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 6, 2007 Report Share Posted June 6, 2007 write anytime Rickye. I love to chat with others and share information about this mysterious illness. take care. Debra Van Ness (Lufkin TX) Rickye Pool wrote: Thank you for the welcome! I'm looking forward to reading. Been busy at work lately!! *hugs* Rickye Bet wrote: Welcome Rickye.. I am from Wyoming .. The weather is at its best now.. Warm with not humidity.. This is a fine group to belong to.. Hugs Bet -- Introducing myself > > > > Just thought I'd take a few minutes to introduce myself. My name Is > > Lou, I'm 57 years old, live in Texas and am caregiver for my 85 > > year old mom who has Alzheimer's. > > > > The past year or so my FM has really started giving me hell and I've > > been completely miserable and feeling sorry for myself. I thought Maybe > > it was time to get out of my own world and try to talk to and get To > > know others. > > > > I had my own Yahoo group until a few years when one and another Finally > > made me give it over to another group member. Since I'm not able To > > attend real life meetings, or do much of anything, I thought this Might > > be a good way of trying to make a few friends. > > > > Thank you for letting me join, > > Lou > > > > > > > > 1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone On the > > list > > as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check With your > > Dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other Meds as well > > as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in general. > > > > 2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it Is) pls > > don't > > be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make That > > situation better. > > > > 3. To unsubscribe the e-mail is: > > Fibromyalgia_Support_Group-unsubscribe > > > > 4. Also, it is not uncommon for more than one member to be Feeling bad at > > the same time when it comes to flares and B/c of that potentially Take > > something another member says the wrong way. And that includes The things > > that one member may find funny (even if it's laughing at fibro Itself) > > even > > though we who deal with illness whether one such as fibro or Multiple > > illnesses try to keep a sense of humor. > > > > 5. Pls let's be gentle with each other, and if you are having a Bad day > > pls > > let us know so that we can do our best to offer our support. > > > > Have a nice day everyone. > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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