I don’t know if you would call this embarrassing or scary or annoying (or all three plus other adjectives concerning this). Maybe even TMI….? But first- let’s time travel. I was in Kindergarten, age 5 or 6. Pre-diagnosis in 1st Grade. As a child, there was something about asking to use the bathroom during a non-specified time, … Continue reading Mother Nature is calling… again. Wait, on a regular basis.
Diabetes
“Caring for myself is not self-indulgence…”
“Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare.” –Audre Lorde As I’m writing this the theme song from “Girl Meets World” is playing on my iPod- “Take on the World”- that’s the plan! So. I work in a Diabetes non-profit. I have T1D. I’m an introvert. I … Continue reading “Caring for myself is not self-indulgence…”
Don’t get me wrong- I like kids, but I’m pretty sure I don’t want kids of my own.
"Don't get me wrong- I like kids, but I'm pretty sure I don't want kids of my own." At that moment, I watch the wide-eyed responses and jaws drop... I'm very used to the responses at this point- "You'll change your mind." "You don't want kids because you have Diabetes, right?" "You can have kids … Continue reading Don’t get me wrong- I like kids, but I’m pretty sure I don’t want kids of my own.
It’s Complicated; with my CGM
Let’s first take a stroll down memory... I’m about 9 or 10. I participated in a trial of something called “The GlucoWatch” or as I call it, The Watch. Needless to say, I was traumatized by the whole experience. Working it was a nightmare, even for my dad, an engineer. Taking it off was painful, and … Continue reading It’s Complicated; with my CGM
What’s the Difference Between Regular Soda and Cake?
Today has been one of those Diabetes days. The new medical company I am working with messed up and had no communication so I was left in limbo until I called and got it straightened out. I would like to gladly mention that I didn't have to ask but they are "over-nighting" my supplies to … Continue reading What’s the Difference Between Regular Soda and Cake?
#diabetesawarenessmonth #doc #diabetesawareness (Looking back a few days later)
I really do wish that I had time for consistent blogging- My schedule is just as full as ever- and I enjoy the majority of it (except for classes). I am getting ready to lead two teen breakout sessions for TypeOne Nation; Atlanta in February and the South Summit in January. I am BEYOND excited … Continue reading #diabetesawarenessmonth #doc #diabetesawareness (Looking back a few days later)
Diabetes Burnout- 1 Year Later
I look back on my first experience with diabetes burnout a year after I experienced it.
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