You came to the right place!! The people are very understanding and compassionate. Quick to answer questions and give support. I'm also going through a divorce and that can very tough and add to an already complicated situation. I am sorry you are feeling so bad right now. I hope you get what you need here. I can honestly say that before I joined this group, I was lost, lonely, and in desperate need of support, I have found hope and understanding and wish you the same. Take Care & know you are not alone.

I am sorry you have so much on your plate right now. Pl\ease try to stay positive and say to yourself ths is a new beginning and look for the good in everyday.
Keep yourself busy and that will help keep your mind off the pain we endure everyday.

I was always told things happen for a reason and for the best, though it doesnt feel like it. I truly understand, all of us here understand.

Welcome to our group.

Welcome to the group! I understand what u are going thru. I was going thru a divorce as well when I was diagnosed. He didn't realize that so he couldn't use it against me. And in my case he wouldn't have wanted the kids full time anyway. I'm here if u need to talk. take care and know that there is still hope.

Welcome to our support site and we do understand how you are feeling. Vent away! You are not alone. Hugs, Celia

I'm sorry to hear of all your problems. We will find lots of good, supportive people with lots of experience and info to share.

Gentle hugs.....

I cannot imagine what you are going through right now. Well, the fibro part I know personally and intimately. But to have a divorce and custody battle on top of that? You have definitley come to the right place. You will find lots of supportive, kind people here. I will keep you in my prayers.
love and gentle hugs
Andrea

So sorry you're going through all of this at once. I went through a divorce and it was a nightmare! That can sure make the FM symptoms much worse.

I'd suggest you try to get to a church to meet some people and also get some support. I hate that you're in a new place where you don't know anyone yet. Maybe your doctor's office can help you find a support group or something locally.

Praying that you feel better and that your situation improves.

I've been through the divorce and custody battle but can't imagine doing it with fibromyalgia, or without the support of family and friends.

You are definitely in the right place to get support and find people who will understand.

I'm so sorry to hear what you and your family are going through. I know it can be challenging to do when our worlds are sometimes virtually consumed by the fibro-monster, but please focus on your kids. Being a mother myself, focusing on my daughter and meeting her needs is what keeps me going every day. Perhaps it is not all bad that ur kid(s) spend more time with their father, so you will have more time and energy to take care of yourself, while knowing that their needs are still being met. The time you do have ur kids can be better spent - if you are feeling better when you see them (with adequate rest between visits), you will be more available to them when they are with you. Just a thought. I know how you feel. I went through this crud too and at a time when I was severe with FM/CFS. Hang in there and God bless you and yours.

Hi iroclove....hugs for you ! I don't know alot about FM. I have severe problem with right shoulder and arm, unknown , waiting now for ultra sound. Have you tried any Womens resource groups in your town, in my home town , there is one I went to on occassion. They were very helpful kind and understanding,could even just stop in to have coffee and cookie and talk about whatever. sometimes they even go to court along with your lawyer as support or as an advocate to make sure you don't get "crapped" on so to speak. They may not allow them in the court room, I don't know about US laws. In your case where you have no one to lean on, You really should seek the support of them , they maybe quite benefical for you....especially if your soon-to-be ex-husband gives you a hard time in court. If you wish to chat...let me know, I'll see if I can give you more tips or just lend an ear for you ..TT4N ( ta-ta for now)

Sending you gentle hugs and want to encourage you to keep posting here, reaching out , there are wonderful people here to lend support, care and offer suggestions!

When I got diagnosed in 1998, I was in year two of a second marriage (for both of us) after being single for nine years. He walked out the door. It was too much reality for him he said....understand how overwhelming and difficult this is for you right now...had to move because I could no longer climb stairs, get a divorce and just breathe. Find my way through unfamiliar uncharted territory. Hugs, kind thoughts and wishing you better days....praying that you have some good medical support and that you can meet local people soon to help you on your journey...we're here for you! Welcome to DS....