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Posted 10/25/2010 5:33 PM (GMT 0)
Hi:  I had a similar post quite a while back, but would appreciate any newbies' opinions.

I have both fibro and a separate neuro condition, which my neurologist thinks may be cerebral palsy.  I don't 'always' have health issues; in fact, right now I'm doing fairly well (knock wood, eh??). 

The problem is that when I do have problems, my body goes crazy, with horrible nerve pain, especially in my head, and much stiffness in my feet, toes, and legs.  I have been a stay-at-home mom for years, but my husband is getting a bit anxious that I bring in some money soon.

What can I do?  When the weather cools, I can't even drive, and live in a rural area.  I can't stand long and can't sit long.  No one is hiring around here if I could sit or stand!

I feel backed into a corner and am trying to get both crafting and some writing 'going,' with little (but some) success.

I don't know what to do.  Can't do daycare here, as hubby and I agree with all the lawsuits these days, one has to know the families involved well first, and no one around here needs daycare, anyway.

Out of ideas and hubby is getting antsy!  Can someone offer some direction?  Thanks and God bless.

Posted 10/25/2010 7:29 PM (GMT 0)
Hi luvzminis, I know how frustrating this is for you because I would also like to be able to do something here at home. What would really be great is something I could work on when I am up to it. I hope someone else has an idea for you. I just wanted you to know you are not alone.
Gentle Hugs
Shirley
Posted 10/25/2010 7:46 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks, Shirley!  I appreciate that and hope you, too, will get some answers. In this economy, we need all the help we can get!  I did do well on the garden this year, so that helps, anyway.

I would also appreciate prayers for this, for those of you who are  "prayer warriors."  Thanks.

Posted 10/25/2010 9:13 PM (GMT 0)
I am in somewhat the same boat. My friend and I also did very well on the garden this year. She would like to quit medical transcription before she gets nudged out by computer technology.

She suggested that we make the garden a business. I already researched how to become organic and it takes 3 years after any chemicals at all are used so we are going with the phrase "Grown Naturally". There are farmers markets just about every night of the week and they are all within a 20 mile radius of us.

We even thought of an idea for the name.......Denim Patch Girls........Denim Patch Farm.......Denim Patch Garden......Any input on the name?

I almost forgot, Our husbands will be doing all the hard labor

Posted 10/25/2010 10:02 PM (GMT 0)
Great idea, GSDgirl!  Something to definitely think about next year. Thanks! :-)
Posted 10/25/2010 10:28 PM (GMT 0)
Luvsminis, (mini what?)  my friend bakes and I like to make jelly, can sauce, make salsa, and what not.  IF everything goes well we also plan on going to local resturants that use local fresh produce. 

I gotta do something I am tired of being broke!!

Posted 10/25/2010 11:18 PM (GMT 0)
Tired of being broke here, too!

I "luv" miniature dollhouse pieces and dollhouses.  Hope to work on some of those crafts.

Posted 10/26/2010 12:10 AM (GMT 0)
dollhouses, nice.  I was thinking a breed of mini dogs......LOL  :-)

Denise

Posted 10/26/2010 3:13 PM (GMT 0)
Love mini dogs. We have 3 of them. A toy poodle named Puppy...A awesome tiny black Pomerainian named Kitty (aka Pebbles) and a longhaired chihuahua named ChiChi.

My son loves them so much. ChiChi is such a good listener. I think a really good pet can see your pain and offer so much comfort.

Luvzminis,
I want to start a new post about your question. Thanks
Posted 10/26/2010 7:03 PM (GMT 0)
Luvzminis,

LOVE IT!! My chihuahuas name is also chichi and she is the best. She seems to know exactly what is bothering me and she will lay her warm little body right on whatever is hurting. She will even lay around my neck. Dogs have the best intuition about their masters and they know just how to give you what you need! Great healing tool!!
Posted 10/26/2010 8:21 PM (GMT 0)
Dear Luvzminis - I'm fortunate that I don't have to pay rent because I don't make a whole lot of money. HOwever, I homeschool a six year old and do the families laundry and load and unload the dishwasher 5 days per week. At least it's something I can handle and I earn money to paay car insurance, phone bill, life insurance and one credit card bill.
Posted 10/30/2010 2:16 AM (GMT 0)
I have been in and out of work for the past 11 months. It is taking its toll on my creditibility and performance at work. Although I am covered by FMLA (legally),  still I feel discriminated against by my manager and co-workers.  If you can afford to take a part-time job with very flexible hours that might be the best solution (substitute teaching, real estate agent, consulting??), I find my hardest time of day is morning and late evenings. I have been out of work for about 6 weeks from pneumonia and various other viral infections causing a major flare (can't get out of bed most days, and the days I do I can't function) and I will be speaking with my doctor about recommending a maximum of 6 hours & try to get the company to agee as this would be best for my health.

I feel you pain (literally) and know how difficult it is to try to hold down a full-time, good paying job, while trying to deal with extreme fibro symptoms. A work from home or sales consultant (Avon, Pampered Chef) might work for you, that way you can choose your own hours and days. For me, my hard work obtaining a master's degree would be a waste of time & money, if I decide to give up my career and stay home.  Sometimes I think it's a hard choice between doing what's best for your health and your wallet!

Good luck   wink

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