1. Posted by MidiMonk on Tue, Jul 24, 2007, 11:11 pm PDT

I enjoyed this blog since discovering it a few months ago, thank you for sharing your time.

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2. Posted by MidiMonk on Tue, Jul 24, 2007, 11:11 pm PDT

I enjoyed this blog since discovering it a few months ago, thank you for sharing your time.

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3. Posted by DJ Wayne on Fri, Jul 27, 2007, 1:30 am PDT

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4. Posted by Deborah S on Mon, Jul 30, 2007, 3:32 am PDT

I have type 2 diabetes and I have had it for a year now with no dr visits. my sugars are around 400. I eat right and try to exercise as much as I can. They dont go lower. I am thinking about just buying some regular insulin because I have no insurance. I know I am not allergic to it as I did the shots when I was pregnant. I know how to give myself them. I just cant afford the Dr visits with no insurance and I have tried to get on our state aid. But got turned down. I am going crazy with this. I know I am hurting myself and I am scared.

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5. Posted by desirebystarlight on Mon, Jul 30, 2007, 5:52 am PDT

you've got to be joking!

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6. Posted by jcxiv_1 on Mon, Jul 30, 2007, 12:04 pm PDT

I can't believe someone actually when public with this

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7. Posted by mkhrjrpt on Wed, Aug 01, 2007, 7:13 am PDT

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8. Posted by ducam57 on Sun, Aug 05, 2007, 3:09 pm PDT

having diebetes mean you have to listen to other people advice than make own desicion , going opposition way .have fun .

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9. Posted by wisvol on Sun, Aug 12, 2007, 4:01 pm PDT

i dont see the humor...are you from wisconsin?...then that would answer all doubt...the lady has 400 readings.. cany afford doc..hmmmmm.

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10. Posted by on Mon, Aug 13, 2007, 6:24 pm PDT

Pegster, you have a good point, there. I am thankful for insulin, and meters, but I just can't be thankful for diabetes. This has nothing to do with your response. I just read it a few minutes ago, but I've been fuming over this, probably because I am overly tired and emotional today, but none the less, I think I should have taken the time to go through my list with this one. 10. Good with numbers. Even if you don't think of yourself as a mathematical whiz, you likely do more math than most people. Just think of the numbers you keep track of each day: daily glucose levels, food labels, carb counts, lab results, and more. Julia has always been good at math, and is exceptional for a 6 year old, however I'd trade that in a moment to not have to worry about people that need to take care of Julia, that wont learn to do the math because it is a liability. 9. Creative. Since managing diabetes can consume some of your precious time each day, you have probably come up with some creative ways to fit in meals, exercise, glucose testing, medications, and doctor visits. All of this takes away from her childhood. It gives her an excuse to miss class, or it takes her away from learning time more then I'd care to admit. The way we've had to be creative is to fight for in class testing and treatment. It's not the memory I want my child to have of me, as at parents night in kindergarten I was already arguing with the teacher about that exact subject..... 8. Technologically savvy. Let's admit it: A glucose meter is a really cool gadget. Just by operating this marvel, you're in control of something more technologically complex than your friend's cell phone. And if you download data from your meter, or use an insulin pump, then you really are savvy. The tech out there isn't good enough for our needs to worry about being tech savvy. The day they create a meter that is prickless, or a CGMS that really is real time will be the day that the tech pays off. Julia has a pump, and a wonderful meter for which I am thankful, but in the way you are thankful for bread on the table when food is scarce. 7. Nutritionally in the know. I have heard my clients say they know more about nutrition than they had ever planned to know — and lots more than any of their friends. No child should have to worry about making sure their is enough fiber/fat/protein to make sure that she has a stable bgl. If anything a diabetic diet takes away from her nutritionally speaking since she still can't have high GI fruit alone or she goes low. 6. Supported by a built-in community. Having diabetes makes you automatically connected to the millions of other people with diabetes. Whether or not they are a part of your actual support system, they are part of you. This is not always true. When you hear your child talk about how alone they are, and see other kids look at them like they have two heads well.....need I say more? (The people I do know with D are great, and I am thankful for them, and their support) 5. Benefit more from exercise. You get all the same benefits as someone without diabetes, but exercise's effect on your glucose levels can be even bigger for you. Exercise is also a easy way for a little one to drop to levels we don't even want to talk about. It takes almost nothing for this to happen out of the blue. If you are new, or trying new doses, exercise is a necessary evil. 4. Quickly updated about lifestyle changes. The glucose meter tells all, instantly. Any changes you make to your diet, exercise program, or weight will be reflected in those glucose levels. Yet again with the lows and changes, or the highs because she is sick. I always know about a week before she really is ill with the flu. I don't find this a privilege because it wrecks havoc on her little body and makes life just that much harder for her, and really all of us. 3. Healthier. Yes, havin

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11. Posted by on Mon, Aug 13, 2007, 6:25 pm PDT

Pegster, you have a good point, there. I am thankful for insulin, and meters, but I just can't be thankful for diabetes. This has nothing to do with your response. I just read it a few minutes ago, but I've been fuming over this, probably because I am overly tired and emotional today, but none the less, I think I should have taken the time to go through my list with this one. 10. Good with numbers. Even if you don't think of yourself as a mathematical whiz, you likely do more math than most people. Just think of the numbers you keep track of each day: daily glucose levels, food labels, carb counts, lab results, and more. Julia has always been good at math, and is exceptional for a 6 year old, however I'd trade that in a moment to not have to worry about people that need to take care of Julia, that wont learn to do the math because it is a liability. 9. Creative. Since managing diabetes can consume some of your precious time each day, you have probably come up with some creative ways to fit in meals, exercise, glucose testing, medications, and doctor visits. All of this takes away from her childhood. It gives her an excuse to miss class, or it takes her away from learning time more then I'd care to admit. The way we've had to be creative is to fight for in class testing and treatment. It's not the memory I want my child to have of me, as at parents night in kindergarten I was already arguing with the teacher about that exact subject..... 8. Technologically savvy. Let's admit it: A glucose meter is a really cool gadget. Just by operating this marvel, you're in control of something more technologically complex than your friend's cell phone. And if you download data from your meter, or use an insulin pump, then you really are savvy. The tech out there isn't good enough for our needs to worry about being tech savvy. The day they create a meter that is prickless, or a CGMS that really is real time will be the day that the tech pays off. Julia has a pump, and a wonderful meter for which I am thankful, but in the way you are thankful for bread on the table when food is scarce. 7. Nutritionally in the know. I have heard my clients say they know more about nutrition than they had ever planned to know — and lots more than any of their friends. No child should have to worry about making sure their is enough fiber/fat/protein to make sure that she has a stable bgl. If anything a diabetic diet takes away from her nutritionally speaking since she still can't have high GI fruit alone or she goes low. 6. Supported by a built-in community. Having diabetes makes you automatically connected to the millions of other people with diabetes. Whether or not they are a part of your actual support system, they are part of you. This is not always true. When you hear your child talk about how alone they are, and see other kids look at them like they have two heads well.....need I say more? (The people I do know with D are great, and I am thankful for them, and their support) 5. Benefit more from exercise. You get all the same benefits as someone without diabetes, but exercise's effect on your glucose levels can be even bigger for you. Exercise is also a easy way for a little one to drop to levels we don't even want to talk about. It takes almost nothing for this to happen out of the blue. If you are new, or trying new doses, exercise is a necessary evil. 4. Quickly updated about lifestyle changes. The glucose meter tells all, instantly. Any changes you make to your diet, exercise program, or weight will be reflected in those glucose levels. Yet again with the lows and changes, or the highs because she is sick. I always know about a week before she really is ill with the flu. I don't find this a privilege because it wrecks havoc on her little body and makes life just that much harder for her, and really all of us. 3. Healthier. Yes, havin

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12. Posted by on Mon, Aug 13, 2007, 6:26 pm PDT

3. Healthier. Yes, having diabetes can actually improve your health. This disease gives you the motivation to follow a meal plan, do some exercise, and watch your weight — a regimen guaranteed to make you a healthier person overall. My daughter will live with this disease all of her life. It puts her in high risk groups for so many other bad things, and makes normal childhood things just that much more dangerous. I agree with eating healthy, but she would have done that, and she actually plays less now because of the bad days, which is not healthy. 2. Well cared for. Because you have diabetes, you likely visit your doctor regularly, as well as see a team of specialists (cardiologist, podiatrist, dentist, ophthalmologist, dietitian, and the list can go on). The scary thing about the medical comunity is that you walk into a hospital and state that Julia has type 1 diabetes, and you get the question "Is she insulin dependant, or on pills, or does she just watch her diet, and exercise?" How scary is that? We parents have more knowledge then any med out of the profession of diabetes specialist about 95% of the time. I don't see this as getting better health care. 1. Self-aware. Having diabetes actually shapes who you are. It forces you to get in touch with your emotional side and teaches you how to deal with sometimes grueling challenges. Kids have enough to deal with. I don't think they need this, nor do I think most adults, either. To me these statements were like a kick in the teeth. You know when a loved one dies, and you're crying because you miss them so bad? Well you know that person that comes up to you with the best intentions and says something to the degree of you selfish prick, they are better off, but in a nice way? That is what this was for me.... Thanks for indulging me and listening to me gripe. I am sure that this is helpful for a lot of people. Jamie

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13. Posted by Lala!! on Tue, Aug 28, 2007, 7:14 pm PDT

So true! Thank you!!! =]]

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14. Posted by ealicem@verizon.net on Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 2:15 pm PDT

I am an insulin dependent diabetic. I have been a diabetic for about 18 years. I am 66 years old and am having problems building a health diet with the allergic and medical limitations I possess. I am allergic to all fish and seafood. I am also unable to eat the following foods for digestive reasons: eggs anything in the cabbage family onions (all) lactose intolerant. With all of the above limitations, I have struggled to maintain a healthy diet. I consulted with a nutritionist, for specific suggestions on developing daily meals. I got lists of foods. I need actual meal suggestions. Can you help me?

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15. Posted by coffeered29 on Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 10:33 pm PDT

I wanna ask u mem,i m 20yr. old guy.I have Dia. when i was 14 yr old & i wanna build my body.so for that can i take supplement or not.

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