Happy Cinco de Mayo. Today is also my 55th birthday. I was born on 5-5-58 at 11:11 a.m. Double nickel, speed limit, whatever you want to call it, I am now 55. Margaritas all around please. It is interesting because today I found myself thinking that I was just 34 when Kaitlyn was diagnosed…..a lifetime ago. […]
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When You Need Help…..Who Helps You?
As I read various posts, I rarely see or hear about what a spouse/partner does in the management of a child’s diabetes. Let’s face it, sometimes you want to pull your hair out trying to find help but who DOES help you when you need it? I write often and at her request, I mention Jill […]
There may be other scholarships out there but none to this extent. Please share this anywhere AND EVERYWHERE you can so all High School Seniors know that it exists. THE DEADLINE IS FAST APPROACHING. FROM THEIR SITE: The Diabetes Scholars Foundation Scholarship Program is available to incoming freshmen seeking a higher education at an accredited […]
I think I know when it started, but if I am incorrect I’m sure one of my readers will jump in and correct me. I credit Dr. Francine Kaufman who is a world leader in diabetes and she is one of the most incredible woman I have met in my twenty year diabetes journey. I could […]
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When a Son Becomes a Man
My oldest son is twenty-six today. Happy Birthday T.J. This day is different from any other birthday because it is the last birthday that he will be our single-son. At this time next year he will be married and that means something significant. I cannot write that he will no longer be our son because […]
I always enjoy reading various posts in the Diabetes Online Community (DOC). Clearly there are always people willing to help. I read a post recently from someone who knew nothing of the product in which they were looking to utilize in their child’s management. The person asked for people’s opinions. And it is ‘this’ point […]