and Mike

[Guest guest]

Sorry, I completely skipped over the stress factor.Yes we all have it.Many of

our docs have given us meds to help cope,especially those with familys and no

idea how they will be able to support them and not always able to even work.Many

of us have to be on disability at least short term until we figure out what is

possible with our hurting bodies.Stress has been know to bring on a flare,but if

you have someone (and now you do) to talk to about how you feel,it really

helps.What is your present experience with your symptoms? Were you working when

you got sick?Do you have a family?All those things contribute to stress.Just

having Stills which isn't that well known,but is getting more publicity than

ever.When I got Stills, it took 4 years for a diagnosis,I think those days are

over.It is very important that you know your limitations,so you don't have more

pain than you already do.Our symbol is the dragon because when we have a flare

we say he is out of his

den and breathing fire on us.Our Pres. is Cat Triller a very smart, loving

saavy person.We also have Melt,real name ,who is the heart of our

group,and Bob and Carole who are everything from our money experts to Mom and

Dad to the group.They lost a daughter from Stills complications years ago when

practically noone had heard of Stills.Two people who are the bravest people I

know.They also have brochures explaining Stills,which you can give out to

friends family even doctors,so they understand a little better what Stills is.

Sorry for the book!LOL, I just want to welcome you and give you as much info as

possible.Write to the group or personally to any member you'd like to.

Elly