The Optimistic Pessimist and Living With RA

Even while sharing your frustration you are a positive force in many lives, Holly.  I often review the upbeat postings on this forum and feel guilty because I haven't had a flare for six weeks, so what do I have to be pessimistic about?  You're right; we do fight.  Perhaps because we yearn for that "normal" good life and aren't willing to give it over to RA.  I'm sorry to hear that you are having such a bad long flare and am sending good vibes your way.  It's the least I can do for someone that lightens my load on a regular basis.  That you do so while you're in the pit of frustration and pain called RA makes you amazing.  Thanks!

I think this is what gives people who live with RA the resilience to keep going. We have to get out of bed despite being in so much pain that you want nothing more than to curl up under the covers and not come out until it's all over and you get out of bed anyway  That takes more strength than lifting a house. Finding a moment of joy in a day of awful takes a determination beyond that of a marathon runner. We look more fragile, but in reality, we are some of the strongest people in this world.

You spell truly- truly.... :)

Sorry to hear about this. Somehow I knew and I kept wondering how you are doing.

Fight on, Holly! We are all with you!!

Kelly aka RA Warrior!!