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Almost Wordless Wednesday: HealtheVoices18
In late April, I was fortunate enough to attend the HealtheVoices18 conference in Chicago. The sessions were great, but it’s the connections with the amazing advocates in attendance that mean the most to me. These images highlight that. The Attendees … Continue reading
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American Eagle Day
In honor of American Eagle Day, below are a selection of eagle photos that I’ve had the privilege to capture in northern Indiana during the last year or so. My health consumes so much of my time, thoughts, and energy, … Continue reading
Posted in Inspiration, Life, Photos, Travel
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Trulicity: A Few Observations
So, I’ve been using the Trulicity for 4 weeks now, and have a few observations. First, my numbers are much improved overall. Fasting and post-meal are better. No major spikes. Second, it has wrecked my appetite. I don’t feel hungry … Continue reading
Posted in Diabetes, Health, Lessons Learned, Life, Medications
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From the archive: What Brings Me Down
May is Mental Health Month, so now seems like a great time to explore the emotional side of living with, or caring for someone with, diabetes. It was originally written in response to a Diabetes Blog Week prompt a few … Continue reading
Posted in Depression, Diabetes, Heart, Inspiration, Life, Mental Health, Photos
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Hello, Trulicity; So long, Victoza!
So, yesterday I took my first dose of Trulicity. It’s a once a week medication, taken via injection, to help with the insulin resistance with which I struggle. This change comes due to my insurance company stopping coverage for the … Continue reading
Posted in Diabetes, Insurance, MakeDiabetesVisible, Medications, Photos, Rants
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Attending HealtheVoices18 next week
I’m both excited and honored to have been selected to attend the HealtheVoices conference in Chicago April 27-29. That’s next week! The event brings together patient advocates representing a wide range of health conditions for three days of learning, networking, … Continue reading
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A Makeover for My Diabetic Heart
So, if you’ve been to this site before, you’re probably noticing some changes right now. My Diabetic Heart is undergoing a much needed makeover. The blog has been around since early 2009, and the last major overhaul took place in … Continue reading
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Remembering Judy Reich
The Diabetes Community lost a great advocate and friend this week. Judy Reich, who faced life with diabetes with incredible dignity and grace for more than 50 years, died on Wednesday with her husband, Gary, by her side. Judy was … Continue reading
Posted in Diabetes, Lessons Learned, Life, Tributes
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Loving Your Heart This Month
Today is the first day of February and with it comes the beginning of American Heart Month. This month we focus on raising awareness of heart disease and all of its various forms, risk factors, steps to prevent and treat … Continue reading
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9 Years
Today marks 9 years of life with diabetes and congestive heart failure for me. It’s been a crazy journey, and the events of the last month have been a reminder of just how fortunate I am to have come this … Continue reading
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