There's More to the Story: a blog about LIFE, chronic illness, and Mental Health

I’m the loud and relentless "patient" voice and advocate they warned you about. I happen to have type 1 diabetes, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, PCOS, endometriosis, thyroid issues, asthma, allergies, lactose intolerance (and more), but there’s more to story.

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Wedges + cobblestones + me = oops

June 4, 2013May 16, 2018 / mindybartleson / Leave a comment

well- I should have known it would be me- I should know by now I have that kind of luck. I, Mindy, have experienced the french medical system, well the pharmacy anyways, firsthand but guess what? It wasn't diabetes related, at all! Woah. Here's the story- on Sunday- I decided to try and wear shoes- … Continue reading Wedges + cobblestones + me = oops

No act of kindness is too small.

June 2, 2013April 27, 2018 / mindybartleson / Leave a comment

I'm not so great at this whole blogging everyday thing... nope not at all- but I'm trying to write as much as possible when I can! There is just so much to do- I don't want to miss anything! too come soon- running in Paris and a post about the people around you can make … Continue reading No act of kindness is too small.

Crossing the Bay of Le Mont St. Michel-

May 25, 2013April 27, 2018 / mindybartleson / Leave a comment

So I'm not so great at keeping with blogs on a consistent basis -at least right now- while I'm in Paris- having the most amazing time of my life. I'm also having a problem with this whole having enough space on my flashdrive for pictures.. oops... need to purchase another! That's okay right that I'm … Continue reading Crossing the Bay of Le Mont St. Michel-

Don’t touch me.

April 19, 2013April 27, 2018 / mindybartleson / 3 Comments

To say that this has been an interesting week- does not even begin to describe or serve it justice. at all. I have gotten so much cleaning done because I have been so angry... it's ridiculous. I am going to go from least angry moments of the week to the angriest moment of the week. … Continue reading Don’t touch me.

What-cha gonna do when Diabetes comes for you?

April 16, 2013April 27, 2018 / mindybartleson / Leave a comment

This week. Already feels like a crazy week to me. So much is going on. So much is happening.  The end of the semester is fast approaching. Yesterday. the bombs at the Boston Marathon... What kind of world do we live in? What comes next? I just can't understand. My thoughts are with everyone impacted … Continue reading What-cha gonna do when Diabetes comes for you?

Here’s the thing – Asking for Help

April 12, 2013April 27, 2018 / mindybartleson / 3 Comments

I think I'm going to take this opportunity and be slightly serious. I'm 136 and calm, and that means this is coming from a "normal state of mind." Not an "I'm high or low state of mind." or an "I'm stressed state of mind." I don't do this very often, be serious with something involving … Continue reading Here’s the thing – Asking for Help

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I do not have any kind of medical degree (science and math are not my thing). My views are also my own and do not reflect where I work or any groups I am involved in. This is not medical or psycho-social advice. Please consult your doctor. Everyone also has different stories. experiences, and views. Please respect those- including mine. Thanks!- Mindy Bartleson

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