Don't get me wrong. I love this place. I have visited other fibro boards and none are as wonderful as here. I feel like this board is full of some of the most kind and caring people I have ever met. And I am so thankful to have found people who truly understand some of the things I deal with from day to day.

But sometimes I just get so overwhelmed. It kills me that so many good people have to suffer like this. I can't do anything to fix it either. I often feel like I have nothing to offer because I can't help. All I can do is tell you all that I am so sorry that you suffer so much. And then sit and cry for you.

Do you ever feel like that?

Also, I sometimes feel guilty because I do not have the caliber of pain (especially nighttime) that many here write about. I did until a few months ago when Rheumy put me on Lyrica... it seems to work well for me at this point in time.

Maybe knowing that so many are suffering with so much more pain is why I feel so compelled to visit this group every single day and encourage, listen and maybe advise a bit to help ease their pain.

Sorry if none of the above made sense but ...I m hoping I got the point across ...

Take care ... Have a great afternoon ... Marilyn

When I get to feeling like it's too overwhelming for me, I just step back and take a break.

May your troubles be less, Your blessings be more. And nothing but happiness come through your door!

I guess I have just been feeling down anyhow, and reading how much everyone else hurts is just too much right now. But I want you all to know that I appreciate you and I wish I could make all of our suffering go away.

Thanks for understanding (as always).