I'm noodles....I have multiple spinal issues as well as fibro...I just joined recently but have been lurking for about a month.
I'm basically an introvert so don't say much but have found your group to be very informative as well as supportive.
Maybe one day I'll have the courage to actually say something, but not just yet.

Hope everyone has a low pain day!!!!

Hello,

My name is Carrie. I originally became a member of DS back in 2009, however, I did not stick around. I decided to try DS again and only came back recently. The atmosphere has changed and I am glad that I am here. This is a very understanding and compassionate group, which are key components in offering SUPPORT.

I have 3 failed back surgeries and have nerve root entrapment in both of my legs. I suffer severe pain 24/7 and due to that, I am housebound around 340 out of 365 days per year. My computer is my "lifeline" to the outside world and all of you, my new friends.

Welcome to all of the new members and hello to all of the old. Whether you are new or old, we are a TEAM, helping each other one day at a time.

Hugs & Blessings,

Carrie

I'm barbie... I too have multiple health issues...autoimmune etc. Im more of a listener...at least for now. This is a great group...and look forward to chiming in soon. Blessings to you all :)

i im Susie, iv been on CP for only short time. In that time iv been overwhelmed by the kindness, support, and the "rallying round" like a real family when one of us needs, advice, support, or just plain listening, when we need it the most. I suffer from neuropathic pain in my feet and legs, and the love and kindness iv recieved is beyond words. Id like to take this opportunity to thank you all from the bottom of my heart.

Hi! I'm Dianna. I've been on DS since 12/08, mainly the alcoholism board. I suffer from hypothyroidism, fibromyalgia, DDD, widespread arthritis, sciatica, neuropathy in both feet, back and legs, scoliosis, multiple bulges in lumbar spine with 2 unchanged hernias in cervical spine.

I lurked here reading for about a year. Don't recall when I joined CP. I'm just glad I did. I needed a place where I could feel normal and understood. Also, I can be honest about how CP REALLY effects me and not be looked at like I have a third eyeball on my forehead, lol. I may be down but never out!

im kate...been on this board for about a year i think...you are all an amazing bunch of people! xxx

bumping again. jump in lurkers! we don't bite other than sometimes wanting to chop off certain parts (figuratively only). we try to stay as encouraging and helpful to each other as we can.
we even laugh together!!

I am here,late per my usual...if I already posted atribute that to a senior moment.

I am Melinda, I live down the interstate from Superduck...in beautiful western Oregon...

I have multiple orthopedic issues and a few auto immune...right now sjogrens is rising to the surface...

I have a wondeful husband and we have two wonderful children who want to be independent of us currently...so I guess we are in the empty nesting into retirement part of our lives...hubby will hopefully retire Dec 31st from the USPS...very stressful job...he also is a musician and plays music on the weekends...

you all are my support....I think i have been on ds since June of last year...joined for support in weight loss surgery....my health was being compromised and still is to a degree...but overall I am doing much better...lost right at 50 pounds so far...had lap band surgery in Dec of last year...

welcome to our new members....Jan is always thinking of others and does a lot to keep the unity.....

I'm Lisa and I've been a member here for quite some time, over a year I'm sure. I have multiple issues with my lower back (lumbar spine), sciatica, depression and Fibromyalgia. I'm in pain every day and haven't been able to work for over a year now.

I'm Tonna. Been struggling lately. Not around to much right now, but loving everyone. Sending hugs, love, and comfort.

Tonna

im amerika...i have m.s. and fibro..joined sept.2011.....c.p. groups helped alot,met lots of great folks...

Bump...for Chronic baby..
" can we do a re-introduction?"

We had this thread not long before you came back CB.
Hugs..jc

Hi I'm Deb. I joined in March with the colitis board and switched over to here since I have pain everyday. I was diagnosed with lymphocytic colitis, headaches and carpal tunnel. I had surgery on my left hand, had an EMG done yesterday and found out the CP is in both hands..I just had surgery on the left in March. SO not looking forward to more surgery.
Everyone here is awesome. The board is VERY active and its never long before someone responds.
I don't have nearly as many issues as most have here and can't really give much advice, but I do respond when I can.
These people help me in ways that my family can't.

I didn't see this the first time it came around, so I'm jumping on now... better late than never I say... lol.

My name is Gaye, I'm an Aussie (somewhat of a rarity on DS) and I found this wonderful place in January 2008. It's hard to believe I've been on DS for four and a half years now... but on the other hand it's hard to remember a time when DS was not a daily part of my life.

I would certainly never want to return to feeling as alone as I did before I joined here. My DS friends mean the world to me... without this contact I would be almost totally isolated, even though I live right in the middle of a great big city, as I've had severe social anxiety for most of my life, which makes it very hard for me to build real life friendships.

I do go through periods of being "quiet" here, but I still log on and read the boards every day, and I try to keep up with how my friends are getting on, even when I'm not posting much.

It's always good to see newbies introducing themselves and getting comfortable with posting here. I hope that DS becomes, for all the newbies, the type of wonderful lifeline that it has been for me this last four years.

Thanks for posting this JC... it's nice to get an intro from the "more senior" members as well.

Sending hugs and smiles for anyone who is in need of them...
take care... Gaye... xxx

Hi I'm Steve, I joined up with DS fibro group in July 0f 2010 after being Dx 'd looking for information about it. A friend invited me here for more info.
I owe my life to you wonderful folks here, you pulled me out of a very dangerous and deep hole.

You all are better friends than I HAD, sticking with me through the tough times.
Gentle hugs to you all and a very big THANK YOU.