A question on the SSI hearing stuff

[Guest guest]

Okay, just before I went into the hospital, I got my notice that I was

turned down on reconsideration. Now, this was before the fibro dx and

also before the acute mono dx and the COPD dx (all of which I got

between the rheum and the hospital).

Does anyone know if these additional dx are going to make a difference?

My long-term disability carrier has provided me with a lawyer who is

handling everything. I am working on not getting discouraged. I know I

cannot work the full-time job I used to. I have days where a shower and

brushing my teeth and really really basic housework (feather duster) or

cooking (making it at the table sitting down) is all I can accomplish

any more.

I am trying to remain positive. I believe that ultimately we

will " win " . I think its a crying shame that we have to fight like hell

for benefits we deserve when there are those who get them with

seemingly no effort.

Darlene (in Georgia)