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Despite what so many doctors have said, I made it through childhood, teenage-hood, and I have had two children. I have had brittle asthma since I was 18months old. I lived in a world before ventolin and was told on many occasions that I might die. Now in my 40’s, I have secondary adrenal failure so I am steroid-dependent. I also have chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia, which bring their own challenges, as you all know. Hyper-mobility adds to my pain, as do migraines and IBS. I had a hysterectomy six years ago; nine months later my ovaries were removed, so I am on hormone therapy. I also had a heart ablation and it has helped me, though my heart is still delicate. Through careful exercise I am trying to strengthen it. I have ocular implants in both eyes following cataract removal a few years back, so I don’t see as well as I used to. With the help of Xolair bi-weekly and monthly Nucala I have a new chance on life relatively free of allergies. I recently developed Hypogammaglobulinemia (inability to produce immunoglobulins), so I have a weekly infusion of Cuvitru. This year I started having seizures. But I take it one day at a time, one moment at a time. Survival has always been a priority, and I refuse to let sickness dictate my life. I have a wonderful family and friends, and I truly love life. Sometimes you just have to take the ugly with the beautiful. I regret nothing and look forward to the future, and respect the privilege of having every day. I have a beautiful family with a rich history, and love that makes the impossible possible for us all every day. Since childhood I could always see them and hold on to their love. There is nothing stronger in this world than that to keep you going. I love you, my beautiful family, forever. https://3joyfulthings.com/contact daily 0.75 2020-09-03 https://3joyfulthings.com/home daily 1.0 2020-09-03 https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5f2868949fcd2b1d898469ce/t/5f2875b7525b5d418a02c45f/1596487113059/IMG_1789.JPG Home - My Name is Carma Ricard I live a life with trials in the form of asthma, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, adrenal insufficiency, immunodeficiency, and fibromyalgia. Despite this I work hard to maintain a positive outlook and find joy in everyday moments.