Dear Michah,gentle hugs for you...

Chronic Fatigue and pain go hand in hand, and I am sorry you are having such a rough go at it right now...I hate having CFS, because of the very things you said...you can't exercise because then your in bed and very sore and very sad...oh so true...sometimes for me, just walking is way too much exercise and I find myself in bed, unable to hardly put my feet on the floor leaves me practically crawling to the bathroom and back to my bed, worn out after such a short ordeal. With a teen in the house who doesn't understand what is wrong with me leaves me wondering what will become of me when I no longer am able to participate in life outside my door because I cannot walk, or exercise, or put up with my pain. Yes, nutrients and diet DO play a part, but only a part, of being well enough to live life without feeling depressed constantly. I so hear your cries for help, and for validation. Yes, I deal with CFS, Chronic Pain, and several other things that keep the pain in the front, rather toward the rear, of my life. And yes, winter is horrible. I cannot get warm, so the only place I like to be is in my bed or on the couch with tons of blankets on me. I wish I could help more, but am right there with you. Just holler loud if you need hugs, because hugs are good, but if you need to talk just pm me. I will always answer, although it may take a while for me to answer as I am trying to go about my day as normally as I can with the pain keeping me in check at every turn. I do know what it's like, and I will be wishing you well from where I am just getting into spring, while you are just getting into winter. With tender hugs for very tender bodies...

Jewels