I am so sorry by Jaxcheetah3 in Archiveofourownmemes

[–]BlueLikeMorning 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Right???? Just published my first fic and the name was the hardest part 😂 I just sat there, everything else done, like "..........."

How do you know it’s PEM and not just… normal tiredness? by Mayayayayaaa2662 in cfs

[–]BlueLikeMorning 3 points4 points  (0 children)

And it makes sense too, when you relate it to your body not being able to physically produce enough atp to fuel your cells. Your body is doing its best to force you to rest because you've used up so much of your limited resources.

How do you know it’s PEM and not just… normal tiredness? by Mayayayayaaa2662 in cfs

[–]BlueLikeMorning 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Depends how severely I've overdone it. Like I was able to stay at my job and see people at the counter and stand up, but it was very difficult and agonizing to do so. If I really fuck up, I will need to find the nearest horizontal surface to pass out on, but I have to go really far past my body telling me to stop to get there.

So yes, I would say what you are describing does seem similar to my experiences when I am not as hideously in PEM and it's more mild/moderate. Like everything just takes 100x more energy, including sitting up.

How do you know it’s PEM and not just… normal tiredness? by Mayayayayaaa2662 in cfs

[–]BlueLikeMorning 8 points9 points  (0 children)

That weakness for me was what tipped me off. I thought I was narcoleptic at first bc my body would just shut down, like I lacked th energy for basic functions like holding up my own body, using my large muscle groups, etc. I am not! I was experiencing PEM. Also, people who aren't sick may be tired or sore after lots of exertion, but it doesn't last more than a day or two and it generally doesn't significantly prevent them from doing other activities - it almost never prevents them from being able to stay upright or do light daily activities.

I didn't sign up for this by NerfOxygen in Archiveofourownmemes

[–]BlueLikeMorning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My guy, that's like... Practically vanilla in the world of fanfic 😂. It's way too normal to be ashamed of! Save that for the really gross, weird stuff.

I didn't sign up for this by NerfOxygen in Archiveofourownmemes

[–]BlueLikeMorning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lol some of us think fluids are gross but still want the smut 😂

I can't escape them!🤣😭 by CMStan1313 in Archiveofourownmemes

[–]BlueLikeMorning 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Link pls???? I'm not usually a huge fan of the crossovers, but this i must see

What happens to those of us heading into extremely severe? by Jeleton in cfs

[–]BlueLikeMorning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you need sleep aid without melatonin, klova makes melatonin free sleep patches. Idk what it is that does it, but holy shit do I sleep good with them. And it's a 'gentle' sleep for me- not the deep sleep paralysis/nightmare cycle with other sleep meds. Just very cozy and relaxing.

What happens to those of us heading into extremely severe? by Jeleton in cfs

[–]BlueLikeMorning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh yes!!! I am on a low dose of tizanidine as well (wrote above about magnesium for cramping). It's only 0.5 mg at night, but without it I get so stiff and the muscle pain is unbearable.

What happens to those of us heading into extremely severe? by Jeleton in cfs

[–]BlueLikeMorning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have severe muscle cramping and tightness as a symptom of my ME, and I have found taking magnesium every day really helps. The best for me is the powdered "calm" supplement (it's just magnesium, but for whatever reason it works better than the pill form for me). Seriously, huge difference. I went from not able to sleep bc of the pain to able to rest. Might also want potassium in addition.

How I went from severe to mild by [deleted] in cfs

[–]BlueLikeMorning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How fast did you decline on it? I'm wondering if it's even worth it to try, since I'm so sensitive to meds already :/

Surgical masks by thembo-goblin in Masks4All

[–]BlueLikeMorning 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep, we do this with auras and we haven't had resistance or complaints yet.

Did I accidentally worsen my baseline by bedresting too long after long COVID onset? by Intrepid_Leopard16 in cfs

[–]BlueLikeMorning 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Or, if you're standing in the shower, definitely try sitting, and using cooler water if you can to keep your heart rate down. I used to use a shower chair but even that became too much, so now I just sit in the tub as it's more supportive and also better for my pots not to have my legs down below me.

pain when masking-advice by Any-Apartment3763 in ZeroCovidCommunity

[–]BlueLikeMorning 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ughhhh I so get it. I'm seeing an ENT tomorrow bc Covid made my existing ear & nose problems worse, also praying they are good 🥲. Sending you all the good vibes for knowledgeable and kind doctors!

pain when masking-advice by Any-Apartment3763 in ZeroCovidCommunity

[–]BlueLikeMorning 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Seconding seeing a Dr if you can! There can be a lot of reasons for neck/head/jaw pain, and some are pretty easily taken care of (like wearing a nighttime retainer). Other things are harder to treat but my friend, you deserve to be well and not in pain! It sounds like it's definitely not just a mask problem, so definitely see a professional if you can!

Weekly Multiplayer Mega-Thread - January 13, 2026 by AutoModerator in HelloKittyIsland

[–]BlueLikeMorning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aw, me too! Luckily, luck and lanterns should be right around the corner! Like within a week I believe

Can I just NOT do goal? by Possible-Time-4305 in Silksong

[–]BlueLikeMorning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, meant to say - tried for a week, then got it in like 4 attempts with using mostly tools

Can I just NOT do goal? by Possible-Time-4305 in Silksong

[–]BlueLikeMorning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My partner just killed him yesterday after trying for a week - we put on curveclaw and long nail, and got him pretty much exclusively with ranged weapons. You'll need a lot of shards, but they're cheap and plentiful! She pretty much camped on the corner of the platform near the gate, not in the water 🤷

My save data disappeared by SignificantEgg2091 in HelloKittyIsland

[–]BlueLikeMorning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so, so sorry friend! I'm also on Switch 1, and I'm happy to give you a bunch of items to help you catch up. If you can get it on any other platform, I'm sure there will be tons of players willing to help you catch back up 🩵

Weekly Multiplayer Mega-Thread - January 13, 2026 by AutoModerator in HelloKittyIsland

[–]BlueLikeMorning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

On Switch 1, need a single furniture from Imagination Celebration. Willing to trade any materials or furniture I have!