It Does Get Better

I set out today to do 4 errands.

I did 3 and ran out of steam. I remember when I could only do one thing in a day. If I needed shoes I'd go in the door closest to the shoe dept get the shoes and back out to the car.

Through the years I've experimented with drugs to get to where I am now. I lay in bed at night and think about the things I'd love to do like empty out the fridge and clean it. Might get that done one of these days.

So be patient those of you who are newly diagnosed. I take Cymbalta, Baclofen, vitamin D and magnesium for my fibro.

Barb

I was able to run in and pay a bill, drive over to Walmart , ride a cart around picking up a few items, load the car, drive back home and unload several bags of groceries. It took 3 trips to the car and climbing up and down 7 steps off the back porch. My knees were giving out as I carried in the smallest box of cat litter (lightweight) I could find.

I basically collapsed after that.

I miss the good old days of shopping all day and feeling great. Sigh....

Oh my goodness! I'm glad your husband didn't hurt himself worse! It would have been horrible if he messed up his knees.

Will Olivia respond to a favorite treat? She might walk that way and then see that she CAN walk with the cone on. I do that to get my dog Michaela to do things she normally wouldn't do. I had taken her for obedience training a few years ago and the trainer said to never underestimate the power of a treat! She was right! I bribe Michaela with Pupperoni Lean.

Yes, as I age I move a little slower and more deliberate but I keep doing everything. It just takes more time. I'm a widow and I know I have to keep going or I'll get so I can't do things. If that ever happened, I would have to sell my home so I just keep on keeping on. This works for me and keeps my muscles more flexible.

I hope you have a MUCH better day Barb, but that shouldn't be too difficult to do.

Sherrine

Barb - I agree that pacing ourselves helps with fibro -- in fact, for me, it's the only way. I still tend to overdo when I am feeling good--but then, I usually pay for it. The past few days I have been hurting a lot. I still did a few errands and cooking/ cleaning, but I find I need to rest a lot. I don't really want to, but there isn't a choice!

Yes, aging and fibro is a challenge. That is why it is good to have this site to encourage each other. Like when I was very anxious about driving in a new city and Sherrine encouraged me. I am still not totally confident about directions, but I am finding my way to the things I need/want to do.

I have lived in the North most of my adult life. This move is the first time I will be living in a warm climate all year round. I hope it will help--I will let you know!

Its a lot about pacing ..i had a lot to do today..entertaining tomorrow...so i made my list..i do three jobs and take a break..

I have not had the same stamina as before my vit d crashed.. But after an injury and some physical therpay.. Feel like i am finally movimg forward again.

I did wegmans yesterday.. If you have that store, you know they are huge!! Told hubby i would do it if he would help me get it all put away when i get home..