I have been in contact with these two brave ladies. They have very kindly agreed to share their stories through comments they have sent me.
This is Karen David pictured here with her Daughter Katie…
Karen sent me message out of the blue on Tuesday 9th October 2018…
Karen message was as follows…
“Hi Amz, it’s Karen David, a member of ” Counting my Spoons” I’ve just come across your website… I’ve only just started reading through and just wanted to say… Your Fibro story is so honest and true and I can relate fully to literally everything you’ve said. I’ve had it for about 23 yrs but always been in denial and would not accept ” I have it” until now ( huge flare, completed knocked me for six) Won’t babble on but just wanted to say ” Well Done!” for creating more awareness for this debilitating condition. I’ll certainly be following you and I’m off to continue my read of your website. ️”
I then received a message from Karen’s Daughter on Wednesday 10th October 2018…
Katie’s message…
I can relate to Karen’s story as I too was in denial until a major flare knocked me on my butt! The flare is what inspired me to reach out to the Fibro community and start my blog. Although not in denial anymore- a fighter I will always be!
I’m glad you can relate. I will let Karen know you have commented. I also had a really bad flare up and it was when I realized I couldn’t carry on like I was. It’s amazing where you can draw strength from. xx
My thoughts exactly Suzanne… If Freda the freak wants a battle, then bring it on!!! 💪💜