lonnie walton
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Introduction
im a new mexico transplant. i moved here from california 15+ years ago. i live quietly in rio rancho with my husband, ed, and our three chinese crested dogs, luci-liu, bo-regard and xaio fei lei.
Tell us when were you diagnosed with fibromyalgia. Maybe you are new to it, or you've had it for years.
a drunk driver plowed into my car on one otherwise unremarkable day in 2003. the event turned my car and my life upside-down in more ways than one! while my assailant now lives his life unencumbered (i presume) mine is wrought with pain and limitations. i was finally diagnosed with fibromyalgia in 2005 along with rheumatoid arthritis. i believe that following the trauma of the crash, my immune system went into overdrive and never turned off.
Tell us how fibromyalgia has impacted your life. Try to think of at least one thing positive .For example, having fibro has caused me to slow down and not rush through life.
its hard to describe anything positive that fibro has done for me, except that i have found this group of very caring, compassionate people who share many of the trials and tribulations that i experience. fibro has robbed me of my identity as an up-and-coming executive in the business world. it has forced me into a retirement that i resent and find unbearable, at times. i remain in mourning for my past-life, so full of accomplishment and direction. fibro has caused me many days of paralysis in pain and anguish. my previous self would not recognize the self i have become!
Tell us what you would like to do to get involved with this group. For example, you can respond to Message Board threads, you can submit Meetup Ideas, you can help host a Meetup, you can post greetings on FibroFriends members' profile pages, etc.
i am already involved in this group. i love each and every member who so willingly share their experiences and troubles. anna murphy is a wonderful, selfless leader who works in the background to somehow keep us all together. i would like to see more involvement by others in the message boards, and meetups.
Tell us how often you can attend Meetups: once a month, once a week, more often, less often.
i attend as often as my dis-ease allows.
What lonnie walton is saying about this Meetup Group
happy, interesting people, good exchange of information and nice venues.
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I hadn't been feeling well for the last 4 months-at times the pain was awful, so I did very little. Now I'm gradually adding to my activities, but still have bad days. I'll see you for lunch. Thanks for the info on the cat hair jewelry maker...proof I'm not totally crazy. I've done nothing creative for a long time-haven't felt like it, but want to get my creative juices going again.
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Lonnie- I'm glad I picked your number for the ornament! So cute lil angel! Thank you for your talent. :)
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Missed you today, Lonnie! Love that new purse in the photo. Hope your doctor's appointment went well. See ya next time!
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Welcome, Lonnie ! I'll let you know when our next meeting will be. Be well ! :>)
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Hey, girlfriend! Like I said to Bonnie, I'm impressed -- homemade shawls, hats, and hair jewelry! I told Bonnie I guess my cut off jeans and stained T-shirt will NOT be appropriate apparel to wear with THIS group to the Tea Room! (wink)
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Thanks for your thoughts, Lonnie. No luck yet. Part of me is giving up. He was very sensitive to me & was there to cuddle when I felt awful. My other cat is a princess that must be worshiped, so I'm trying to adjust to my new world as her subject.
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Thanks for your thoughts, Lonnie. No luck yet. Part of me is giving up. He was very sensitive to me & was there to cuddle when I felt awful. My other cat is a princess that must be worshiped, so I'm trying to adjust to my new world as her subject.
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thanks, lonnie, for the well wishes! i'm doing pretty well (typing is a bit slow with one hand though) ... i get my big, bulky surgical dressing off & stitches out wed, and custom splint made ... yeah! then begins therapy ... ugh. having much less pain & edema this time around, as compared to other hand last year ... so i'm pleased! wish i could join the group tomorrow, but doubt that will happen ... know it will be a good time!
bonnie c -
We missed you, Lonnie . . . but we certainly understand. Family and health come first! Bonnie B's posts just brought me a good laugh! She is so fun! As are you! Hope to see you next time!
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Oooops ... I signed previous post with the 'wrong' Bonnie ... claiming to be Bonnie B ... when in fact I'm Bonnie C ... talk about fibro fog!!! I'm better off just not trying to post! Ha
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