DiabetesDadIt was 1999. I had been active on the CWD chatrooms for a while. It was a great way to obtain information. During that time, back when, chats were more like a thread of sentences than anything else. One person would write something and someone else would add to it, and the conversation would grow. […]
The faces of kids are in Washington DC testifying before congressional meetings about diabetes. The faces of kids appear in ads about diabetes and how important it is to find a cure. The faces of kids with diabetes are bought to the front of the crowd at galas, walks, rides and other events. Their faces are […]
I have been reading, with interest, about the hostage situation in China. An American held hostage by a group of employees……turns out, pointed out by a dear friend of mine, that a diabetes company is included. With all of the discussions surround newly orchestrated competitive bidding for diabetes supplies, will this type of situation have more […]
Seriously it is this phrase more than anything that gets under my skin. It is usually said, if I may add, by someone who has nothing to deal with on a day-to-day basis as far as any health issue in their children. Those of us who live with this every day also know that ANY […]
According to biblical stories Thomas was the doubting apostle. This has truly followed me my entire life. Many times it serves me well, many time it gets me thinking. But when/if/should my mind ever get changed on something, and I believe in it—-it consumes me. Such was the case last night and I blame Manny […]
There are some exceptions but it truly does seem that when it comes to diabetes management of our children…….where are the dads? I read a post recently that a mom was anxious and excited as she was planning a trip and had a year to train her husband……..Seriously? Is that the truth? Moms, do you […]