Fibromyalgia Poems

Fatigue Vs. Tiredness

When you explain to a friend that you are tired and struggling Sometimes they say they feel the same But they don't realise you are more than tired Chronic fatigue is so much worse thathan tiredness ... No amount of sleep can cure this kind of fatigue It sucks your energy until you have nothing… Continue reading Fatigue Vs. Tiredness

Fibromyalgia Poems

Fibromyalgia: When you Hit the Wall

You never know your limits until you test them Today I reached that limit and hit the wall There was no chance of carrying on My body had to rest and that was that ..... I had never hit the wall until today I have been close and stopped myself But this time there was… Continue reading Fibromyalgia: When you Hit the Wall

Fibromyalgia Poems

Managing a Busy Schedule while Living with Chronic Illness

Trying to manage a busy schedule while living with chronic illness is almost impossible It's like attempting to juggle when you never learnt how, knowing you will fail You try to avoid a busy lifestyle as much as possible but sometimes you can't help it Things crop up and suddenly you have no time to… Continue reading Managing a Busy Schedule while Living with Chronic Illness

Your Fibro Questions Answered

Your Fibro Questions Answered: Exercising with Fibromyalgia

I am going to be taking part in the fibrobloggerdirectory.com Your Fibro Questions Answered to help those who need a little guidance or who are looking for advice. The first question is below: Can you please help explain how I can get started with exercising - I want to but can't get up off the… Continue reading Your Fibro Questions Answered: Exercising with Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia Poems

The Reality of Chronic Illness

Sometimes your body just shuts down You can't be your 'normal' self You just can't get out of bed Even sunlight hurts your eyes Every movement causes pain Your stomach bloats and gurgles Not sure if eating will help or worsen All the already unbearable symptoms The slightest sound hurts your ears You want to… Continue reading The Reality of Chronic Illness

Fibromyalgia Poems

Being Honest about Chronic Illness

It's hard to be honest about chronic illness You try to ignore your symptoms Unable to accept the truth That you are stuck with this for the rest of your life If you are honest about your illness You think you will feel worse for it And worry more for the future Realising how much… Continue reading Being Honest about Chronic Illness

Fibromyalgia Poems

Changing Weather

When the weather changes It can affect every part of you From your head to your feet Your body becomes stiffer Your muscles tighten and strain And every symptom worsens   You feel more depressed Because there's so little you can do When it's cold and wet outside You just want to hibernate Stay in… Continue reading Changing Weather

Fibromyalgia Poems

Sensitivities with Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia has a whole host of symptoms Sensitivities to lots of different things Are among the most difficult to get your head around Loud noises can be unbearable And certain sounds make your skin crawl And exacerbate your other symptoms   You develop sensitivities to foods That you've never had problems with before Making it… Continue reading Sensitivities with Fibromyalgia