Who in the world are you talking about?

You've never heard of her, CJ? That must mean she's not famous, right? Because important CJ has never heard of her. Try watching some good films and maybe you'll know her.

I must need to get out more too, because I've never heard of her either. But wish her a speedy recovery nontheless.

She is a major Broadway actress. Those who know Theater know her name and reputation.

Did you not see "Best in Show" or "You've Got Mail" they were pretty mainstream. She is an awesome actress.

One of many things you have never heard of I am sure.

Hello? Dazed and Confused. Have you seen it? Also not to mention You've got mail, and few others.

for real? ummm, dazed and confused! "All right you little freshman bi*ches! AIR-RAID!"

Hi Jean... me to. I have had lyme for many years and I'm in bad shape now. Nasty disease that should be taken more seriously by the medical profession. I started out at 153 LBS and now I'm down to 123. Can't keep food in me long enough to absorb calories etc. And the pain in my body is over whelming. Good luck to you.

i to had lyme disease or another name is rocky mountain spotted fever. i stayed in a hospital for nearly a month, until they found out what i had. when i went to the hospital i had 104 temp. and ached all over. they did blood work. i felt like a pin cushion. that was that was 34 years ago. i haven't had any problems in over 30 years. i am able to give blood and plasma now. so i feel for you. i have been very blessed. i wish you the best.

I too have been battling Lyme diseas for over a year. It is a horrible disease and hard to eradicate it. I live in Souther California and I am currently looking for a llmd (lyme literate medical doctor), Jean do you know of any good ones?

its caused b a deer tick...very small that you can barely see it....causes intense pain in legs and joints...hot to the touch and a red buls eye mark..treat with antibiotics for 10 days to relieve symptoms....it really never goes away totally.. had it twice in 1989 and 1990...today I still suffer with osteo arthritus symptoms....

its not funny by a long shot...I hope none of you ever get it......

Holly,
Do you have Lyme Disease? Maybe a close relative, or a child? Because your comment is flawed in so many ways. I suggest seeing the film 'Under our Skin' which takes a closer look at the epidemic of Lyme Disease and how it systemically effects those who contract it.

Yes, as a matter of fact I have had Lyme Disease before---tested positive twice. I actually should say I was wrong--if Lyme goes undiagnosed for a long time, it can take a toll on your bones and joints and also attack the heart and neuromuscular system. However, if it is found, diagnosed and treated right away, the effects are minimal to none. I do know people who had Lyme for a while before being diagnosed, and some are fine and others have some orthopedic pain in their joints. I also know someone who is 27 years old and extremely ill because he didn't know he was bit by a tick for a long time, and he has 3 different tick-transmitted diseases. I live in an area where there are deer everywhere and is one of the highest rates of Lyme Disease in the country, and where the very first cases of Lyme originated. Lyme titers have become nearly a "routine" test when you present to a physician with ANY vague symptomology around here. So, yes, I have had Lyme myself, know lots of people with Lyme....and, oh, as a matter of fact, am a health care provider myself!! I have deer that walk up onto my deck and eat my plants and flowers all the time, and they are all carrying ticks, I'm sure. In areas where Lyme is not "big", doctors probably don't think about doing Lyme titers, but here it is done routinely, therefore the diagnosis is made quickly and treatment can begin quickly.