Category Archives: Diabetes

11 Years of Living

Posted on December 29, 2019 by mydiabeticheart

Today is the 11th anniversary of my initial diagnosis with Type 2 Diabetes and Congestive Heart Failure. My goodness, what a rollercoaster ride it has been. Many things have changed since that day in late December 2008. My diabetes diagnosis … Continue reading →

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World Diabetes Day 2019

Posted on November 14, 2019 by mydiabeticheart

Today is World Diabetes Day. Today we honor Dr. Frederick G. Banting, who was born November 14, 1891, and who is best known for having co-discovered insulin. Happy 128th Birthday, Dr. B. I’m also wearing my blue in recognition and … Continue reading →

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This Thing Called Diabetes Life

Posted on November 7, 2019 by mydiabeticheart

“Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to get through this thing called life.” ~ Prince This thing called diabetes life. That’s why I’m here. That’s why My Diabetic Heart is here. It’s here because I was diagnosed with what … Continue reading →

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Playing catch-up

Posted on March 21, 2019 by mydiabeticheart

So, it’s been a while since I last updated the blog and some things have happened in that time that I feel a need to write about. This will be a bit long, so bear with me. Esophageal ManometryOn January … Continue reading →

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Then and Now: Reflecting on 10 Years

Posted on January 12, 2019 by mydiabeticheart

I’m really not a fan of the “how hard did aging hit you” challenge that’s floating around social media right now. The idea that aging is something to be ashamed of is totally bogus. Still, I see this as a … Continue reading →

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10 Years of Living

Posted on December 29, 2018 by mydiabeticheart

Today is the 10th anniversary of my initial diagnosis with Type 2 Diabetes and Congestive Heart Failure. My goodness, what a rollercoaster ride it has been. Many things have changed since that day in late December 2008. My diabetes diagnosis chief among … Continue reading →

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#MakeDiabetesVisible Day 30

Posted on November 30, 2018 by mydiabeticheart

It’s the last day of Diabetes Awareness Month. I want to say a big THANK YOU to everyone who participated in the #MakeDiabetesVisible Photo Challenge and awareness initiative. It has really warmed my heart watching this idea grow. Thank you … Continue reading →

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#MakeDiabetesVisible Day 29

Posted on November 29, 2018 by mydiabeticheart

It’s the friendships with fellow people with diabetes that make this life bearable. Asha Brown, founder and executive director of We Are Diabetes, is one of the best! I’m thankful to count her as one of my closest friends and … Continue reading →

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