When I was younger and people asked me what I hated about diabetes- I always replied "other people" or "the rest of the world." Now- other things have been added to the list.. but... It's still up there though. I've had so many experiences- especially being in a small town in the south- but we … Continue reading #DBlogWeek Day 3: The Blame Game
#DBlogWeek Day 2: The Cost of a Chronic Illness
Damn. It's expensive. Literally and figuratively. OH BOY! So.... I have ALL OF THE THOUGHTS on this subject! I firmly believe in "check your privilege" so- I'd like to acknowledge that as a white, straight, cis-woman (with educated parents- which helped lead to a foundation for me relating to a lot of things There is so … Continue reading #DBlogWeek Day 2: The Cost of a Chronic Illness
#DBlogWeek Day 1: Diabetes and the Unexpected
Life. Well. Shit happens. And I love this topic because it kind of relates to the title of my blog- there are always other things going on and who knows what will change and when- am I right? I'm always a fan of those memes about the number of things that impact diabetes (the giant … Continue reading #DBlogWeek Day 1: Diabetes and the Unexpected
It’s Okay to Feel Conflicted on Mother’s Day
This is your reminder that it's okay feel conflicted on Mother's Day. Whatever that might mean for you. Maybe your relationship is strained. Maybe your mom is no longer with you. Maybe you've gone no contact. And maybe- there are other mother figures in your life you'd like to celebrate. Don't forget it isn't always … Continue reading It’s Okay to Feel Conflicted on Mother’s Day
Being Prepared for What-If’s
So last week, Murphy’s Law hit. My pump malfunctioned. I wasn’t getting my insulin. My blood sugars were running higher and ketones hit. When I decided to pull off my pump, I couldn’t turn it off… That was a fun Sunday night/Monday morning… But now I have this new one that turns off pretty easily. … Continue reading Being Prepared for What-If’s
Waves of Grief Always Break Through a Dam
Honestly- I try to forget some things and how they hit. Like grief. But I also remember that I didn’t properly grieve the first few times I lost someone- especially with my dad. “There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten … Continue reading Waves of Grief Always Break Through a Dam
Your Story & Your Voice Matters
Your voice. It matters. Yeah- it definitely does. Your voice. Your (respectful) opinion. You story. Your experiences. It all matters. (Not my image) It can shape things. It can make other people feel like they’re not alone by creating more "me too's." Maybe you feel like it’s just you- but I promise- it’s not true. When you … Continue reading Your Story & Your Voice Matters
There's More to the Story: a blog about LIFE, chronic illness, and Mental Health 