Personal Quote:
If there is no peace in your heart, move on.
About Me:
Mom, writer, editor, business owner, PTA member (I'm doing stuff. It counts.), Brownie mom, Boy Scout mom, tired.
Personal Goals:
I'm 41. Time to start making some headway.
Favorite Music:
R&B, Hip Gospel
Favorite Movies:
Date Night, The Breakfast Club, Love Actually - I love movies in general. Takes a lot to be a fav, though.
Favorite TV Shows
It is official. I am IN LOVE with Supernatural as I've never been with any other show, though I do crave The Walking Dead, American Horror Story, and similar genre.
Favorite Books:
Let's make it favorite authors instead: Tananarive Due and Stephen King.
Vices:
Come on. I'm supposed to tell you that? OK, I'll admit one - Pepsi.
Virtues:
Faithful, loyal, brave, reverent, clean - what's the rest of that Cub Scout spiel?
I am the spouse of a person with type 2 - his mother, one brother, aunt, uncle and grandmother all have and had type 2. My job? To help make sure our son and daughter are diabetes free. As a Senior Editor at dLife, I am also here to help the dLife community however I can as they manage their diabetes.
My dLife Activity
monicadennis
Realized on the treadmill this morning that I had energy. Riding the wave!
LC It was good to read your post. Life does take turns and am glad that you are moving forward to make the most of the opportunities before you. As alwasy have a great day. Dan
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It was good to read your post. Life does take turns and am glad that you are moving forward to make the most of the opportunities before you. As alwasy have a great day.
Dan
Thanks, I'm sure the biggest piece of my reason for putting things off is money. When people ask what I would do if I was to win the lotto, it's never retire or rest...it's volunteer. And we know we have to do things according to God's plan, so if the plan is not for me to be rich monetarily -I'm fine with that. But the opportunity to fulfill my heart's desire...loving it. I know that I'll have a lot of studying to do, but it will be okay -it's a subject very close to my heart....
I'm sure the biggest piece of my reason for putting things off is money. When people ask what I would do if I was to win the lotto, it's never retire or rest...it's volunteer. And we know we have to do things according to God's plan, so if the plan is not for me to be rich monetarily -I'm fine with that.
But the opportunity to fulfill my heart's desire...loving it. I know that I'll have a lot of studying to do, but it will be okay -it's a subject very close to my heart. Thanks so much for the encouragement, I'll be sure to keep you posted on my progress.
Ron, my heart goes out to you. You don't know how many people are sharing your feelings of the loss of not one but both legs. All I can say is you will be in my prayers for acceptance of this tragic complication of diabetes. Keep the faith and may God be with you my Brother.
Ron, What a remarkable story of bravery and inspiration. Your attitude toward life, after what you have been through, is very inspiring and motivating. I am a type 1 diabetic as a result of having my pancreas removed 2 years ago. As a result of having no pancreas, I also have to take enzymes with every meal to digest my food. I often feel down and have that "poor me" feeling. After reading your post, I feel very lucky not to have lost more. You will never know how much you have...
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What a remarkable story of bravery and inspiration. Your attitude toward life, after what you have been through, is very inspiring and motivating. I am a type 1 diabetic as a result of having my pancreas removed 2 years ago. As a result of having no pancreas, I also have to take enzymes with every meal to digest my food. I often feel down and have that "poor me" feeling. After reading your post, I feel very lucky not to have lost more. You will never know how much you have motivated me to make the most of what I have. Best of luck to you .
Hi Vicki, I do know how you feel. I'm doing the same thing. I know I need to lose a bunch of weight and take control of my blood sugar, but I fight with it every day. I'll go crazy with carbs and sweets and then end up having to take an extra shot of lantus. I feel guilty for doing it, but it doesn't seem to make me change my ways. As you can see; I don't use a photo of myself either. I wish you good luck with this struggle. Maybe we can be support for each other. Hope your weekend goes well....
View full commentHi Vicki, I do know how you feel. I'm doing the same thing. I know I need to lose a bunch of weight and take control of my blood sugar, but I fight with it every day. I'll go crazy with carbs and sweets and then end up having to take an extra shot of lantus. I feel guilty for doing it, but it doesn't seem to make me change my ways. As you can see; I don't use a photo of myself either. I wish you good luck with this struggle. Maybe we can be support for each other. Hope your weekend goes well. Deb
Welcome Vicki! We're happy you chose to join us and we'd love to see your smiling face if you'll allow it. There is a ton to see here so jump around and keep on talking! We're listening!
Lol, Norm! I had plenty of dogs growing up, which is why I refuse to be a dogowner now. I feel your pain! It's funny. When you name your dog, you should think about it like you're naming your kid. Is it going to embarrass anyone at any time? Then rethink it! Glad you got your dog AND the unexpected workout. ;-)
Wow! What an inspirational post. Mind over matter is what I always say and you definitely have proven that. Good luck to you! I know that you will reach your goal.
Lol. Oh, that list can just go on and on... the things that we think about ALL THE TIME. It IS tiring! As I told Erin, it really warms my heart to know you all are doing this experiment. We diabetics understand what a huge effort this is for you all to make... and now you are getting a flavor for what it is like for us. It really touches me to think you would go to such ends to understand. Good luck. And oh... those Arizona Iced Teas... some things we discover we just can't accomodate anymore....
View full commentLol. Oh, that list can just go on and on... the things that we think about ALL THE TIME. It IS tiring! As I told Erin, it really warms my heart to know you all are doing this experiment. We diabetics understand what a huge effort this is for you all to make... and now you are getting a flavor for what it is like for us. It really touches me to think you would go to such ends to understand. Good luck. And oh... those Arizona Iced Teas... some things we discover we just can't accomodate anymore. :-
Great post Monica! There were so many things that I can speak on. 1. Arizona tea -when I was beginning this journey and my insulin pump -I gave myself insulin to cover that can and dropped really low. I learned quickly how liquid carbs may not necessarily stick with the body in terms of insulin (calories different story). 2. I have taken advantage of getting meters for free or via coupons. I have a meter at work, meter at home, meter on me at all times. Yes, I rotate test strips...
1. Arizona tea -when I was beginning this journey and my insulin pump -I gave myself insulin to cover that can and dropped really low. I learned quickly how liquid carbs may not necessarily stick with the body in terms of insulin (calories different story).
2. I have taken advantage of getting meters for free or via coupons. I have a meter at work, meter at home, meter on me at all times. Yes, I rotate test strips just to make sure none get old. -hey, I'm on the expensive one touch. ;)
3.Schedule???? Dinner and anything else lol.
4.Low in the morning? Or any bedtime...keep a juice or glucose tabs on the night stand -something should always be within reach. I've come across a few people that keep mini refrigerators in the bedroom.
5.No insurance makes me cry. I have met people with Diabetes and no insurance, I just can't imagine their lives. I have a flexible spending account that I usually diminish by August and end up with bill collector calls. :( Diabetes is ROUGH. It's been almost 4 years and I still haven't mastered how to manage the financial piece of it because something always comes up.
I know there's more that I could write, but I am kind of rushed. I am really glad that this forum is here -interesting to read and give feedback.
I love your post, monica! Yep... I had to get a bigger bag too, when I started taking insulin. Have to carry not only my test kit but insulin (in case I'm eating away from home) AND snacks in case I become hypoglycemic! I learned that lesson right quick when I had an episode at my endocrinologists office and couldn't find a coke machine anywhere in the building!!! I didn't think such places exist anymore... public buildings without coke machines or vending machines. lol. Fortunatly for another...
View full commentI love your post, monica! Yep... I had to get a bigger bag too, when I started taking insulin. Have to carry not only my test kit but insulin (in case I'm eating away from home) AND snacks in case I become hypoglycemic! I learned that lesson right quick when I had an episode at my endocrinologists office and couldn't find a coke machine anywhere in the building!!! I didn't think such places exist anymore... public buildings without coke machines or vending machines. lol. Fortunatly for another kind soul in the dr's office who gave me her own snack "kit". lol. I also hate living by the clock! And planning ahead! It's a real struggle for me. Good luck. And thanks for walking in our shoes for a while... really means a lot to this one.
Sometimes I feel like such a scatter brain because I think I can get away with carrying the cute small purse. LOL -that was pre-diabetes days. Now when I try that, I find myself carrying the small bag, then the testing meter bag, oh I forgot my snack bag...it just turns into a wonderful mess. Wishing well this week and I'm going to have to check out that Arby's salad. :)
I did see the moments on youtube. Thank you. I was curious and did a search on him on Yahoo and found out that he has done much more acting than I knew about. I am impressed. I didn't know the tip of the ice berg about his career. I think that I will always admire the work he does for dLife. It is really meaningful. Sally
View full commentI did see the moments on youtube. Thank you. I was curious and did a search on him on Yahoo and found out that he has done much more acting than I knew about. I am impressed. I didn't know the tip of the ice berg about his career. I think that I will always admire the work he does for dLife. It is really meaningful.
A lovely post and welcome back! Glad to hear how you've managed your diabetes and lived your dreams-- here's wishing that for all of us! All best, I.
View full commentA lovely post and welcome back! Glad to hear how you've managed your diabetes and lived your dreams-- here's wishing that for all of us!
...and you forgot, the best attitude. :) Wow, I agree seems like you have some adventures to share. Do tell, I'm a tad bit chicken about going into to foreign countries with my meds. P.S. Welcome back!
View full comment...and you forgot, the best attitude. :) Wow, I agree seems like you have some adventures to share. Do tell, I'm a tad bit chicken about going into to foreign countries with my meds.
Thanks for posting this, I'm going to email it myself and read it tomorrow (kinda sleepy:)). But based on your post, I'll say I am overprotected LOL. I'm struggling to lose weight and seem to keep getting knock down, this week I had quite a few episodes of low blood sugar so I would crazy on junk food, I mean really crazy. I will read the article and let you know what I think. Thanks again.
View full commentThanks for posting this, I'm going to email it myself and read it tomorrow (kinda sleepy:)). But based on your post, I'll say I am overprotected LOL. I'm struggling to lose weight and seem to keep getting knock down, this week I had quite a few episodes of low blood sugar so I would crazy on junk food, I mean really crazy. I will read the article and let you know what I think.
I have to say I loved your blog. It was fun and interesting and I appreciate the personal side you allowed us to learn. I am smiling. Those sort of reports would have drove me nuts when I was younger and I would second guess myself asking if I was a nagger. I am like you and I think that if a relationship is easier to break about nagging than infidelity there really is a serious issue in the background. Guess some men would forgive infidelity because it would be something they would like...
View full commentI have to say I loved your blog. It was fun and interesting and I appreciate the personal side you allowed us to learn. I am smiling. Those sort of reports would have drove me nuts when I was younger and I would second guess myself asking if I was a nagger.
I am like you and I think that if a relationship is easier to break about nagging than infidelity there really is a serious issue in the background. Guess some men would forgive infidelity because it would be something they would like lightly forgiven if THEY did it.
I am not sure what constitutes nagging. There are things that I have to do. I have to learn to remind my mate to take his morning meds or he will forget. That is a given. He has to remind me when he can to take my meds at 7:30 pm or I will forget. We lean on each other. I think children are prone to do that and I think your husband is wonderful by the way. He is a listener for sure.
You sound like you are an excellent wife and mother and I suspect very strongly that you are an excellent employee.
lol! Thank you, Sally, for your generous comment. I learned years ago just how much my husband does listen when we were dating and he would say things out of the blue or do things based on something I had said so long before that. I had to think how he knew and eventually it dawned on me that while he is short on words, he DOES hear every word I say - even if he doesn't always act like it. Of course this is also proof that he is as big a kid as the two we have, but that's another discussion....
View full commentlol! Thank you, Sally, for your generous comment. I learned years ago just how much my husband does listen when we were dating and he would say things out of the blue or do things based on something I had said so long before that. I had to think how he knew and eventually it dawned on me that while he is short on words, he DOES hear every word I say - even if he doesn't always act like it. Of course this is also proof that he is as big a kid as the two we have, but that's another discussion. ;-)
Ilene, it's ok. I promise never to ask you about that chocolate cake you're eating, except to ask if I can have a piece too.
Zen and Lynn, I honestly would not have called it love without some long hard thought about it. Thank you for reminding me that's what it is...so I can keep on doing it freely!
LC thank you so much for your comments to my recent post (which by the way isn't in regards to copperhairpin's blog post. LC just being reminded that we belong to God and HE LOVES us BIG TIME/ALL-THE-TIME is especially encouraging after all our calculations don't result in "Normal NONdiabetes" tests. Keep at it girl, HIS plans for you are still good, not to harm you but give you a hope AND A FUTURE with HIM:) PS: HE is the perfect husband:)
WOW Kathy, funny Jeremiah 29:11 is what I see every morning. :) It's posted in my bathroom in two places. Funny thing, at my last Diabetes seminar the speaker mentioned the word 'normal' and reminded us that we are normal, we just some time have blood sugars that non diabetics don't get. :)
Oh and Zen, I need to try that yoga part too! I'll do that and let you know, but I think you'll be able to tell. If I'm sore all over, you'll know why. ;-)
LOL, I am not a fan of water either -I can't swim. But I love dance and music and the water is so easy on the joints...so I just flow with it. If you ever get a chance to give it a try, go for it...you might be pleasantly surprised.
I know exactly what you mean Sarah. My company was bought out and the new insurance provider is Caremark. I went to get my prescriptions today and they went up significantly. That with an annual $1500 cut in pay just leaves me very down. I hope things get better for you.
I am so sorry that things are so difficult. At least your a1c is acceptable and you didn't gain alot of weight. That is good news. I am wondering if some of your meds can be changed to a generic? Alot of mine had to be changed because the formulary for my prescription plan changed. Sometimes you have to try for a alternative medication. You certainly can't do without meds and maybe this would lighten the load. I know that maybe you can contact the Manufactuer for the Novolog and see if you...
View full commentI am so sorry that things are so difficult. At least your a1c is acceptable and you didn't gain alot of weight. That is good news. I am wondering if some of your meds can be changed to a generic? Alot of mine had to be changed because the formulary for my prescription plan changed. Sometimes you have to try for a alternative medication. You certainly can't do without meds and maybe this would lighten the load. I know that maybe you can contact the Manufactuer for the Novolog and see if you qualify for the indigent program. I know when our back is againest the wall we have to do something. I hope you at least can get treatment for your pain.
It is horrible that you are in this situation and I have been there and done that about some meds. I am going to have to try to get an exception for one of mine really soon. So much red tape for us at times. You are not whining. You are sharing and we are here to give support.
Sally
Welcome to the club, Jeannette. :-) I'm sure you will find lots of support here for the various things you want to do. Just try not to overwhelm yourself with all the things you need to do. Literally take it one day at a time and you can make those changes you want to make. The perfect method involves bringing in help - someone(s) to help you plan meals and an exercise plan too - but perfect can be hard to do. Until you can make the plans you want, why not just make the best choices you can as...
View full commentWelcome to the club, Jeannette. :-) I'm sure you will find lots of support here for the various things you want to do. Just try not to overwhelm yourself with all the things you need to do. Literally take it one day at a time and you can make those changes you want to make. The perfect method involves bringing in help - someone(s) to help you plan meals and an exercise plan too - but perfect can be hard to do. Until you can make the plans you want, why not just make the best choices you can as you go along? When deciding on any meal, choose the healthiest stuff you can stand, factoring in what you know affects your blood sugar in certain ways. Same with exercise. Just get up and take a walk or do something you know will be exercise and break it up throughout the day. I don't know about you, but those big goals can be burdensome to me so I find it easier to just think about it all one day/week/month at a time. Good luck! Can't wait to see if you change your status to something like "taking a walk!" lol!
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