What we thought diabetes would be, was not what diabetes became. Five years ago today our second child (our youngest of three) was diagnosed with t1 diabetes. Were we angry? You bet. Are we still angry? You bet. In life, we cannot do anything about what is dealt to us. God? Fate? Chance? Whatever, or whoever, you […]
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Did you ever look up to a sports figure? I think the word ‘hero’ is a bit strong for sports personalities; I think hero fits people who are special for many other reasons and they come in all ages and abilities. Sports personalities have God-given talent. I’m not saying they don’t work hard, they do; […]
We have all heard that phrase, have we not? There is even a popular song out there saying the same thing. If it does not kill us, it makes us stronger. If we survive whatever we go through, the only option is to die or for us to become stronger. But does ‘killing us’ have to […]
How can I do that? Why would I do that? Because it’s needed, perhaps, or perhaps even an answer to a dare. I stood above a mountain that was curved at the bottom and about 12 feet high to stop those from riding above the hill and out over the lake. “Anyone ever go over that […]
“I am a newly diagnosed parent and I can use your prayers.” Sound familiar? The comments are usually many: “Done” “Will be praying for you and your family.” “Praying very hard for you.” “Will do.” When I have read this request, and I have indeed prayed; I have found myself at times thinking of one […]
What a whirlwind of a week it has been and if you have been online at all you saw an incredible amount of activity out in the world of diabetes; with the world of diabetes; and for the world of diabetes. It is a huge world out there and so much needs to get done; […]