Thanks, everybody. I spent so long not knowing what was wrong with me, that now that I have a diagnosis (well, sort of), I felt like I was past the uncertainty stage. So now I expect everything to follow a nice neat charted system! You're right--I have to let go of that idea. OK, next step.

One of the most frustrating parts is having to take it easy when I feel good, knowing I'll pay later if I don't. Every once in a while, I decide the price is worth it, though, if you know what I mean. You start to feel like you're willing to accept the things that the disease takes away from you, but you're not willing to give it anything extra!

Nice to be here, where everyone understands. I hope you guys are all having a good day.

Abby