I am a patient with Fibromyalgia, Osteoarthritis, Chronic Burrcitis, Neuropathy, Avascular Necrosis, Chondramalacia Patella, Depression & Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

I am a 40yr old mother of one 15 yr old son. I am in a long-term committed relationship of 12+ yrs now. I am determined to not only live thru my daily chronic pain, but conquer it. I have a Chronic Pain Relief group on Care2. I am also an advocate and activist for many other causes including animals, the enviroment, disability rights and healthcare.

I enjoy the beach, swimming, gardening, the theatre, dining out, bicycling, picnicing, camping, travelling, watching College Sports and learning new things. I am a continuing College Student, currently studying for a certificate in Computer Essentials.

I like to meet new friends with similar conditions because I find they understand much better than those without physical disabilities. I also enjoy meeting new friends from North Carolin as I love to travel to different areas of the State.

If you'd like to chat with someone who truly understands, I am Yahoo Messenger ~ cc_schenk@ymail.com  :)