JOYFUL DIABETIC

I start my day, six days a week by connecting with the Daily Motivator, created by Ralph Marston. My goal is to consistently work on my attitude toward life and in particular my diabetes. Ralph’s clear messages are a gift to me and since he’s given me permission, to you as well. Please note a [...]

I’ve been thinking about Symlin for a while and a visit to their booth at the AADE Convention convinced me to discuss this topic with my CDE. From my research, I learned that Symlin, a hormone, works with insulin to help control BG after meals. In addition, their literature claims that this product slows the [...]

Over the years I’ve learned that what I think about expands and if I’m thinking negative thoughts, they just get bigger. I’m also learning that I’m in charge so when I’m in a foul mood, I need to check my thinking. I’ve discovered that when I’m down I’m thinking negative thoughts and I have the [...]

From a distance, I spotted the Extend Bars sign among about 300 vendors on the show floor. Having thoroughly enjoyed their products over the past year, I went there directly. The greeting I received was memorable as Kensey Turnbaugh greeted me with open enthusiasm. She expressed delight in meeting me, saying, “I really enjoy your [...]

I’m off today to San Antonio today for the annual convention of the American Association of Diabetes Educators. I’m one of the few non-medical members of the organization and am privileged to be participating on a concurrent session on Friday, August 6. Our session is entitled Conversations that Matter: Living with Advanced Duration Diabetes. About [...]