Went out for a bike ride today - the first time I felt up to riding since June 12. I received a tentative diagnosis of fibromyalgia yesterday. I actually feel encouraged because I feel this is giving me the answers I need to get better. On the bike today I felt somewhat passionate as I worked through the the frustrations of chronic illness...
"Fibromyalgia? BRING IT ON! Gluten disorder? BRING IT ON! Thyroid, pituitary, asthma, sleep apnea? BRING IT ON! I'll be damned if I'll give up or let go of my dreams! It's time Jim! Time to step back in the ring...it ain't over til it's over..."
I get angry like anyone coping with chronic illness but I make it a point to put that anger to good use. Most people think of me as easy-going and cheerful and I am - but make no mistake...there's an intense fire behind that smile and I will never give up! No matter what...