Archive for March, 2011
Fibro Feelings – Back Attack
What is Fibro Feelings? Recently my back has been out of whack. I’ve forgotten how I slightly tweaked it originally, but last Friday it was starting to feel better again. I was so excited that I decided to try to ride the stationary recumbent bike for a bit. I wasn’t completely sure if trying to [...]
Posted: March 31st, 2011 under Exercise, Fibro Feelings.
Tags: Back, Biking, Flare-up, Pain, Sleep, Sombra Gel
Comments: 7
Tips & Tools to make Laundry Easier
Laundry is one of those tasks that is always there. Sometimes I feel like it nags me, adding to itself every day! It must be done, so finding a way to make it easier is very helpful! For me, this begins in the room where the magic happens, the laundry room. Try to make the [...]
Posted: March 28th, 2011 under Advice, Household Tasks, Living with Fibro.
Tags: Cleaning, Dryer, Feet, Ironing Board, Laundry, Tools, Washing Machine
Comments: 4
Fibro Feelings – Spring has Sprung!
What is Fibro Feelings? Spring has officially begun and sunshine has been in my forecast! I haven’t gotten out in the sun too much, but I’ve been enjoying the rays shinning through my windows. It helped pump me up to decorate for Easter yesterday. The Helpful Hubby helped me re-arrange and get out the plastic [...]
Posted: March 24th, 2011 under Fibro Feelings, IBS.
Tags: Cleaning, Easter, Entertaining, Food
Comments: 2
Can Intimacy & Chronic Pain Coexist?
YES!! Like many things with chronic pain, it may not be as easy as we’d like, but it certainly can coexist. Recently Arthritis Today had an article by Anne Krueger entitled, Rekindle your Love Life. The article states that, “dozens of studies reveal that a healthy love life reduces stress, releases fell-good endorphins and helps [...]
Posted: March 21st, 2011 under Living with Fibro.
Tags: Arthritis Foundation, Fatigue, Guilt, Intimacy, Love, Pain, Relationships, Research, Sex, Therapy, Yoga
Comments: none