Krista Matthews

i am a little timid as i begin introducing myself here, and as i post more of what i write. i write because i have to, and have since i "discovered" writing in high school ... it was the biggest, brightest lightbulb moment ever. beyond the required pieces submitted in english classes, and those shown shyly to my husband, no one has read most of my bits and pieces. i don't write every day, which i've been told you have to, but i am a writer, because, well, that's what i am. things come into my head and demand to be written down, leaving me no choice but to comply. it would seem the time has come for the words to see the light of day and the eyes of other readers ...

there seems to be an undercurrent of pain in what i'm writing right now, as is the story of my life. i just don't remember a day without it; i think i'm trying to explain it, and trying not to whine too much in the process. yes, it sucks, but it can be so much worse! i'm not dying, though there are days when i would gladly transfer my consciousness into another body if it were possible. most of the time my attitude is pretty damn good, if i do say so myself ... my husband probably has a different opinion ... lol ... :o)

so, that's a bit about me ... if you're interested, www.fmaware.org is a good site for info on my demon fibromyalgia. i hope you enjoy reading my bits and pieces and i look forward to your feedback ... :o)