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I had my first grad class last night, which you can read about fully, here. I decided not to mention my diabetes to the instructor. She instantly let us know it was fine to eat and drink in class, since...
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I've been wanting to write this for a while now, but have been unsure where to begin, what to say. In some ways, I've embraced blogging with a zest reserved for those beloved activities I hold most dear--playing, writing, imagining,...
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Ever since I took anatomy and physiology during a short-lived quest to become a nurse, I have been fascinated with the functions of the human body. Of course, endocrinology is one of my top interests, as someone who has been...
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Maybe its the French blood in me, but ever since I got pregnant last February, I have been wanting a nice glass of Bordeaux with some perfectly ripe, room temperature brie cheese on a baguette with some blood orange marmalade. ...
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My gchat message says 11 weeks. There are 11 weeks left until I reach my standard 40 week "due date". It occurred to me that on Monday, that number will change to 10 weeks. And then to 9 weeks. Obviously,...
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I am a big fan of spreadsheets. Not only do I use about ten different ones each day at my job as an accounting clerk, but I keep track of finances at home as well. Even diabetes care is...
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A very strange thing happened to me this morning while changing my pump site. I got my pump primed and insulin was flowing through it; I just needed to insert the cannula. I wear Silhouettes and I don't use the...
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My twin sister, also a T1 diabetic of 23 years, is in town with my nephews and brother-in law, because, sadly, our beloved grandfather is dying. It's a really high stress, emotionally draining time for all of us, and, as...
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To be honest, I am rather sick of the side effects of metformin, which...make me sick to my stomach. It's affecting me not just at home, but also at work. I'm not sure I can control diabetes with just diet...
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This Tuesday (tomorrow!) at 9pm (EST) Diabetes Talkfest is hosting a chat with Nicole Johnson about pregnancy. As a pregnant woman, I couldn't think of a better time for this chat to be taking place! I know there are a...
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Here's the deal. I've had diabetes for a long time, long enough that I've gotten used to the daily annoyances. Sometimes my control is better than others. My focus on the disease varies from week to week. It's like an...
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I went back to Fitness Together (my gym) a few days ago and met with a personal trainer after a long absence. I admitted how I've been resistant and, frankly, lazy when it comes to consistent exercise and healthy...
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I've been feeling very emotional about my diabetes recently. It feels very vague and hard to identify.There is nothing really specific I can pin it to, no real point of frustration or trouble. More like a low level, under the...
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I was eleven when I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. I was hospitalized over Easter break, so I didn't have to miss any school (just my luck). It was my final year of elementary school, back in the days...
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I have to admit that I haven't been the best diabetes blogger recently. Aside from being extremely busy at work, I have not spent much time thinking of or reading about diabetes related anything. Sure, I've got my day to...
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If you've never heard of it, diaTribe is an informative newsletter with lots of useful news about diabetes research and new products for diabetes management. I've been a subscriber since the first issue and always learn new things from each...
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The Diabetes Research Institute will be holding a 1-day research update on October 25th, in New York city.The day will be focused on using new technologies in research and treatment. At $50 for one person, or $75 for a family...
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I can still taste it in my mouth sometimes. French toast, drizzled with maple syrup and sprinkled with powdered sugar, used to be my favorite special occasion breakfast. That is, if your definition of special occasion is "weekend" or...
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I took my mom to the Dave Matthews Band concert at Alpine Valley last night. As a fan with t1 diabetes, it started off rough since we couldn't bring my OJ in (for hypos) or any food, since we didn't...
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There must be a whole gang of angels here on earth and above who are rooting for my Grandpa Ray because he came home from the hospital today. Thank you, each and every, for your thoughts and prayers. He's on...
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