I was going to use “We All Need A Ginger” for my title, but I wasn’t sure how that would come across…
In my case, I’m talking about Ginger Vieira, and there’s no substitute for her. But if you [...]
I have had the pleasure of working with Cherise on a number of fun projects. But the biggest honor, by far, is working with her on DSMA (and in particular, DSMA Live)
There is something very special [...]
Do you know about Glu? If you have type 1 diabetes, you’ll want to keep these guys on your radar…
Have you guys seen the Boromir Meme? I always chuckle when I see it.
According to Know Your Meme:
The phrase “One does not simply walk into Mordor” (no comma needed) originates from a Council of Elrond scene in Peter Jackson’s 2001 film [...]
I had a hunch that I could use some fine-tuning. But overnight fasting basal rate testing sucks, so I kept putting it off. My doc finally convinced me to bite the bullet, and I’m actually very glad I did.
The idea behind basal rate testing is to eliminate as many variables as possible, so that [...]
Hoping you can join us for the pilot episode of “Diabetic Radio”, on KDWA.com (AM 1460 on the dial in the Twin Cities Metro Area (listen live)), Tuesday, January 17, at 11:05 AM.
You guys remember Mikey, right? [...]
Continue Reading →I’ve been playing with a Telcare system for the past few days.
Telcare is the world’s first cellular-enabled blood glucose meter that will automatically upload readings to an online logging portal.
I was excited to try this system because it is such [...]
Continue Reading →Is there no good way to keep a logbook for diabetes? Am I over complicating things?
Continue Reading →Gary Scheiner is working hard to start the new year off right for as many people living with diabetes as he can. He has decided to offer all live classes at Type 1 University for absolutely free during the month of January! Space is limited, and classes are filling up [...]
Continue Reading →I spent Sunday afternoon sweating it out with the local Insulindependence regional group.
Insulindependence is all about helping people, of all ages and fitness levels, be active with diabetes.
It’s a great mission! Would your life with diabetes be different if you had a group of people around and available that were [...]
Continue Reading →Scott K. Johnson
Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in April of 1980, I recognize the incredible mental struggle of living with diabetes.
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Favorite Quotes
“Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, ‘I will try again tomorrow’”
— Mary Anne Radmacher, ‘When You’re a Parent with Diabetes‘ by Kathryn Gregorio Palmer
Disclaimer
I am not a medical professional. Nothing on this site should be construed as medical advice. Your diabetes may vary. Contact your health care provider for specific questions.
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