Katheryn Oakley

My Story of Chronic Illness

I have been chronically ill now for two years and only recently diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis. Over these two years, I have learned a lot about people. I have seen strength, ignorance, pity, among many other things. I have seen the strength in me and in the loved ones around me, but I have also been faced with the look of disappointment and pity as I tell people, no I'm not better yet. And no I won't be getting better.