It’s been a rough week physically. I had a CFS/ME flare-up, which feels a lot like mono if you’ve ever had that, or the worse flu you can imagine. During these flare-ups, I run a fever, my body aches horribly, I feel too exhausted to move, too exhausted to breathe, and if I sit up or stand up long, I feel faint. Trying to do the simplest tasks is overwhelming and can make me feel like passing out, even just putting up my dishes or trying to take care of my personal hygiene.
Yesterday I was finally feeling well enough to get out and since the weather was warm, my husband and I went for a picnic at a local park. We got subs and then after eating, walked the short distance to the lake edge. As you can see, it was pretty darn muddy:
I’m glad we went, because I needed the mental distraction, but now I am really sore and exhausted from even that short bit of activity. Trudging through the mud really wore me out because the mud sticking to my shoes made my feet feel like they gained 10 pounds, and I almost slipped and fell a couple times. It probably wasn’t the brightest idea to go, but mentally I needed to feel alive again, even if just for a little while.
Maranda Russell 
11 responses to “CFS/ME Flare Up and Park Outing”
Iām glad you went. š sorry you have to deal with this.
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I’m glad I went too, but paying for it today lol.
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That’s great that you got out. I hope this flare ends soon.
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Me too.
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Yes Maranda, I know that feeling, mentally it’s a release from the situation of where we are, like a refreshing break away from our surroundings that we seem to be battling with…..good to see you’re feeling betterer….
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Thanks Ivor. Yeah, sometimes we are willing to chance feeling worse just to feel better for a short period.
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I understand. Illness can take you to the depth of sorrow. :*(
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Indeed š¦
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Maranda, I the time outside with your husband was much needed. I hope that the coming week brings you renewed strength and spirit.
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Thank you š
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So sorry you felt horrible but happy you got out for a bit.
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