I have always been energetic. I enjoyed bicycling, hiking, skating, rock climbing and when my 2 kids started skiing, I did too. Born in New York City with allergies, my husband and I moved to Vermont and built our house and little farm. I had a Jersey Cow, a Whiteface beefer, chickens, pigs, sheep, goats and rabbits. I made my living by teaching school. I still have an energetic outlook, but I find myself in pain and unable to do much physical activity. I keep trying! I retired early as I just couldn't do it anymore. So far, I do not have a diagnosis for what is wrong with me.