Finally here

[beadgirl]

So, obviously I am new here, but not really. I have been reading everones posts since april but somehow could never have my membership activated, but YAY! here I am!


I have suffered from emetophobia since I can remember. I haven't been sick in 20 years (knock on wood). I have so much that I want to talk about. The good thing is that my boyfriend is as terrified of spiders as I am of v*. This makes it easier on our relationship since we both understand the nightmares, the sweats, the heart racing feelings, and the panic that comes with being afraid of something.


I look forward to talking with everyone FINALLY(!) and sharing my experiences![img]smileys/smilies_04.gif[/img]

[crystalmom]

Welcome beadgirl!!


Since you have been reading posts for so long, I don't need to tell you everyone here is great! Look forward to seeing you around!!


Crystal

[beadgirl]

Thanks Crystal!


Everyone on here is so great, you are absolutely right! I see a little bit of myself in each and everyone of you! Let's just pray that this is a relatively sv free winter. So, here's a quick tip that I don't think anyone has mentioned. Years ago, I heard that potatoes were great for fighting viruses. I was glad because I love potatoes. Apparently one potato has more vitamin c than a glass of orange juice (and I am sure much more gentle on our 'delicate' stomachs). Thanks again!

[crystalmom]

Great tip!! Also, another tip noone has mentioned, that my mom brought to my attention. (I'm not sure if this is only about colder climates), but if you take a brisk walk in the cooler air once a day, you can ward off viruses.


Apparently, years ago when TB was rampid (sp?) they used to make the nurses who worked with TB patients talk a walk (this is like in the arctic), one hour, everyday, and not ONE caught TB! Food for thought.


Crystal

[kerryrob]

Welcome beadgirl.


Thanks for your tip. Isn't it funny that we all typically have sensitive stomachs? I guess it's from our stress and anxiety. I am high-strung even when it's not on my mind (like summer months), and I assume that most emets are like that naturally as well.


crystalmom:


Yes, come to think of it I did hear that germs were suceptible to cold. When we're having a warm winter here and lots of bugs go around, I hear lots of people saying things like "we need a good cold day to kill off all the ilnesses going around"


kerryrob