Hi Christine, I was diagnosed with Lupus 4 years ago I have been in denial up until a couple of months ago when my symptoms just got out of control, I recently have also been told I now have Sjogren's Syndrome along with my Lupus. I have to say when I was told this by my Rheumy doctor I was not a happy camper but I finally came to a point of acceptance in my life that I have Lupus and now Sjogren's and I have to make some serious changes in my life, and if that means taking more pills and slowing my pace down and changing my lifestyle I have come to terms to accept that is what I need to do be healthy. You have been an inspiration to me I have followed you here and on Facebook, I love your "spoon theory ". Thank you for all that you do! from one lupie to another hugs and spoons View Thread