Random thoughts from a fuzzy brain

I just got back from the second of 3 chiropractic appointments I have this week. My dr. really noticed  some progress with joints relaxing. The bad part of that is that he was able to manipulate some joints further in today and I am already feeling the pain that comes along with that. But, sometimes you have to make things worse before you can make them better.

Work was really good today. I had a lot of fun with my preschool kids, they never fail  to make me laugh. My energy was high and the day went quickly. Super sad that my co-teacher, Amanda, will be off the rest of the week, she always gives me a reason to laugh or smile. (sometimes intentionally, but most of the time it's just Amanda being Amanda,lol).

I took Cole on a walk during my lunch hour today. He is at the daycare for the school age summer program. I can't believe that child is going to be in first grade!! Wasn't it just yesterday that he looked like this?

Yes, ladies and gentleman, that is what a 10 lb newborn looks like. Anyway, it's nice to get to spend some time with him one on one. He likes it because I always end up getting him some sort of treat, today was Coldstone.

Griffin still takes wonderful naps,when he gives those up he will get to go on walks too. Wanna see what a 9.5 newborn looks like?

That's right, mostly like a 10 pounder. I have that scale shot too, but Grif is not nearly as modest as his big brother in that one!

With summer being here, I will be taking my class on a number of field trips. I am very hopeful that I will feel good and full of energy for all of them. I am blessed with wonderful co-workers and parent helpers that are always so understanding and helpful. Thanks guys!

Thanks to all of you that take the time to read this, I appreciate you! And always, please remember to:

Here goes nothing....

Well, fibromyalgia has been kicking my butt lately. I hate to bring all of my Facebook friends down with random updates about how I'm feeling. I have chosen to instead vent my feelings here. If people want to read it, great!! If not, I'm cool with that too.

I was diagnosed with fibro in October of last year. However, I have been dealing with the symptoms for over 15 years now. What is fibromyalgia? Most days I am tired and sore. Some days I have a migraine, some days anxiety, and other days IBS. It hurts to have my kids sit on my lap or have me hold them. I grit my teeth to get through a cuddling session with them. I love my kids more than anything in the world and they deserve a healthier mom.

Many people  didn't know about my diagnosis until I started a Fibromyalgia Awareness Day event on facebook. The support that came from friends and family was wonderful. Thank you to all of you that participated. Fibro Fighters!!

I feel like I should be more eloquent with my words, but I'm very foggy today and am having a hard time even putting 2 words together. Just another glorious symptom.

I am an optimist though and I am thankful for everything that the Lord has given me. It's a blessing that my two boys can drive me crazy, because that means they are healthy enough to have their non stop energy. It's a blessing that I still feel the need to have my parents be proud of me and the decisions I make, because that means I still have my parents around to please. It's a blessing that I don't have as much money as I would like on a daily basis, because the reason we are low on money is because we have been blessed with the ability to own two house. I will be very thankful when the other one sell though! I am blessed with an incredible husband who wants to take care of me even though I know I frustrate him sometimes.

Today I am home from work due to fever, fatigue, and general pain. I just started working with a chiropractor. I have an appointment soon and I am ready to get this show on the road. I know that the adjustments will make my pain worse right now, but eventually I have faith that they will allow some major relief.

Well, vent over. I appreciate all of my friends and family that continue to support me, even when they can't see what is going on. Fibromyalgia is called an invisible illness which causes strain on my relationships with people that don't want to take the time to care about something they don't believe exists.