Hi!  I'm Teri.  There are some who believe M.E. and Fibromyalgia are just opposite ends of the same syndrome.  I was diagnosed with the Fibro end of the spectrum in 1999 although, I believe I've had it for most of my life. I with those who've gone before me,  the trick is to stay as positive as we can and plan our lives so the M.E./Fibro doesn't interfere so very much.  I was lucky to have a Fibromyalgia counselor in the beginning.  The very most important thing she said to me was, "You can't have your life back, Teri, but you can build a life that's even better than the one you are pining for".  She was right.  To that end I've been putting my own articles and the research I do on a website.  A bit more about me and the things I've written can be found at:  Teri's Site

Hi my name is Sara.  I have 2 children and three grandchildren.   I have lived alone for some years now.  After an admission in 1996 to hospital with a condition called Guellainne Barre' I was unable to return to work.  I was later diagnosed with Fybromyalgia but like many, I have had it a lot longer.  I also have other conditions like O.A. and Asthma which limit my mobility meaning I don't get out as often as I used to.   I joined this group to be with people who understand the difficulties of living with a chronic condition and learn more that could help me cope with daily living.  However, I have found a whole lot more and made some wonderful friends that I couldn't be without now.  I am delighted to be part of the team and hope to contribute in some way to the group as   best I can.  I look forward to getting to know you.