C is for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome........


One misconception is that when one suffers for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome(CFS), they suffer just fatigue.  That is a myth.  There are several different symptons of CFS.  Here are just a few:

insomia(believe it or not)

stiff muscles

joint and muscular pain

sore throat

enlarged lymph nodes

poor concentration 

poor memory

weakness

nausea

post-exertion malaise

headache of a new nature

This is just a short list.   Someone that says they suffer from CFS is more than just tired.  On top of all of that, most of these symptons are invisable and the emotional abuse that they suffer endure is unjustified.  I suffer from CFS and have been called many names including lazy.  CFS is a real disease.  Remember, they next person you talk to may have an invisable chronic illness so please be kinder than necessary, it may be the only smile they get that day.

B is for Boobies........



That's right. You heard me.... Boobies... Now WHY in the world you ask would I write about something like that. Well, I am encouraging all women to take care of their boobies.  My husband's mother died of breast cancer. If detected early, it can be treated successfully in most cases. 

Woman-every month you should do a self examine. My doctor suggest doing it during your menstrual cycle. BUT, make sure that you do it correctly.  If you are unsure how to self examine yourself, ask your doctor to show you.  Also, women that are over 40, high risk, or feels a lump should have a mammogram at least annually.  Don't just depend on your annual examine by doctor to detect a lump. I challenge all woman, friends and family of women to increase your aggression on taking care of your boobies.  You only have one pair. Let's do all we can to keep them and ourselves healthy.  SO.... go feel your boobies!!!!