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And by unsupportive I mean, does not want me to have the Omnipod, says it is too expensive and I don't really need it since I've already been giving myself shots for 28 years so why not just keep doing it. Does not want me to get CGM, again, too expensive. Says I am being selfish. Makes me feel...

Tuesday, March 22, 2011 Yes, I Do... A repost retold, inspir ed by A Work In Progress ... an "Out Of The Mouths Of Babes" of sorts: "Does your MOTHER know about THIS???!" This was the emphatic question asked by an incredulous and slightly horrified friend of Joe's. Let me set...

I've attempted to get on here multiple times over the past few months... unsucessfully. Forgotten which email I used, forgotten the password, got lazy... etc. Well, hi. A lot has happened, and then again, a lot hasn't. Mostly hasn't. My diabetes has stayed under control. My cholesterol is...

Hello. I'm Jessica, and I've had my type 1 for 9 years. I've always been fiercely independent and I DESPISE that my life hinges on my ability to properly administer something that my body is SUPPOSED to make for itself. It makes me feel like a broken-down car, always needing maintenance....

I think back to a couple of mouth's ago. When I had a boyfriend that was just useing me. I was talking to a friend one day and she was telling me that I did not need him. Than I tought ya that is right I dont need him. He is just someone in my life that I did not need to have around in my life. I...

As a former teen w/T1D, I have say that there are thing that struck a cord with me. Diabetes is a condition that needs constant attention, education, treatment, management, communication, support and acceptance from those close to you to be supportive. Otherwise, you are not supporting the T1D, only...

I am starting college in jaanuary and still hav n't told anyone i have type 1 d because i dont want to make a big deal about it, can anone give me some hints?

I'm a resident assistant for a college dorm and a type one diabetic. I'm doing a informative board on diabetes and how to be more understanding about it. So my questions to you out there: What is something that you never want to hear someone say to you again about your diabetes? What is one thing...

I sometimes thinnk it is. I dont think its such a bad approach to take, sometimes. Here is what scares me, and sorry if this beginning part gets confusing haha My second cousin who is 31 has had type 1 since she was 13, and the same as her little sister who is now 28. Their dad (my geat uncle) who is...

Right after I was diagnosed, I heard this song and it has helped me ever since. Enjoy (I guess...) >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> CRAWLING - LINKIN PARK Crawling in my skin These wounds, they will not heal Fear is how I fall Confusing...

I got diabetes my freshman year of college, when I was 19, and didn't really know any diabetics... I still don't really... I remember the lone diabetic kid in my elementary school, and I even remember the day that she passed out and was diagnosed in 5th grade. I was also friends with the lone...

I’m admitting right now that I’m totally addicted to my iPhone – I mean it has to be the coolest toy I’ve ever had! So tonight I’m sitting here, on my computer, downloading APPS for my iPhone when about 3 LOUD LOUD LOUD girls come running through my front door--not a single...

Hi, My son (3rd grade) wants to raise some funds for JDRF. Any ideas acceptable at school management is much appreciated. thanks so much,

how do you bring it up to someone who asks a question or two. All i need is a few tips

Hey, I guess its hard for friends to understand you sometimes. Also the dreaded "Diabetic Police" seem to be everywhere!! Thats why I guess this site was created so lets take advantage! We understand eachother better that anyone else. Lest get to know eachother, give advice, ask questions and...

So, on every diabetes website I've visited there seems to be a long list of people posting the things ignorant non-diabetics say to them about their diabetes. Whether they're confusing insulin and low blood sugar, asking how they got the disease or if they'll die if they eat sugar, the questions...