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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Hope Fills My Heart

July 10, 2017July 9, 2017 / mindybartleson / 2 Comments

"I hope the days come easy and the moments pass slow  And each road leads you where you want to go  And if you’re faced with the choice and you have to choose  I hope you choose the one that means the most to you  And if one door opens to another door closed  I … Continue reading Hope Fills My Heart

#DBlogWeek Day 5: More than Diabetes

May 19, 2017May 19, 2017 / mindybartleson / 6 Comments

I think I put this in the survey last year? Sure seems like me! Plus- hello name of my blog! 🙂 Share an interest, hobby, passion, something that is YOU.   Maybe I'll go with Pokémon!? And Pokémon go? I'm still playing! (Yes, yes, yes I am. At level 31 currently. I'm going until I "catch … Continue reading #DBlogWeek Day 5: More than Diabetes

#DBlogWeek Day 3: The Blame Game

May 17, 2017May 19, 2017 / mindybartleson / 6 Comments

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

May 16, 2017May 19, 2017 / mindybartleson / 9 Comments

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

May 15, 2017May 19, 2017 / mindybartleson / 13 Comments

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

Waves of Grief Always Break Through a Dam

April 11, 2017April 11, 2017 / mindybartleson / 3 Comments

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

March 31, 2017March 31, 2017 / mindybartleson / 2 Comments

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

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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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