Category Archives: Diabetes Blessings Week

A Healthier Life – D Blessings Week Day 1

Today is the first day of Diabetes Blessings Week – a week in which we count the blessings that have come to our lives because of diabetes.  And one of the biggest blessings that has come my way since diagnosis … Continue reading

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2nd Annual Diabetes Blessings Week

The season of Thanksgiving is upon us once again. It is a season in which we should reflect upon the many blessings in our lives and express our gratitude for them. And despite all of our complaints about living with … Continue reading

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Thanks Everyone! – Diabetes Blessings Week Day 7

Diabetes Blessings Week is coming to an end, and I am so thankful to all of you who have helped make the inaugural year for this event so successful.  I count 33 posts listed on the round up page, and … Continue reading

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My Sense of Humor – Diabetes Blessings Week Day 6

I had a pretty good sense of humor long before I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and congestive heart failure, but living with those things has blessed me with a new appreciation for it.  Being able to joke about … Continue reading

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Supportive Friends – Diabetes Blessings Week Day 5

You might not believe it, but I was no where near as outgoing before my diagnosis as I am now.  I was something of a loner, or a hermit if you will.  I was OK with that.  And I certainly … Continue reading

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Happy Thanksgiving DOC – Diabetes Blessings Week Day 4

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone in the Diabetic Online Community! May we all take time today to remember what this day is all about; Giving thanks for all of the blessings that come to us.

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I’m a Cheerleader! – Diabetes Blessings Week Day 3

Deep down, I am just a kind hearted, gentle giant.  That’s a fact that many in the Diabetes Online Community have come to know.  When those around me are hurting, I hurt too.  When someone needs encouragement, a hug, or … Continue reading

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A Test of Character- Diabetes Blessings Week Day 2

“The true test of character is not how much we know how to do, but how we behave when we don’t know what to do.” – John W. Holt, Jr. Paralyzing. That’s what the fear that consumed me was after … Continue reading

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A New Beginning – Diabetes Blessings Week Day 1

Today is the first day of Diabetes Blessings Week, and what better way to kick things off than with a post about what I consider the first blessing that came as a result of being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. … Continue reading

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Diabetes Blessings Week

You know, it’s not always easy to find things for which to be thankful when living with any type of diabetes.  So often, you’ll find groups of fellow D-OC members commiserating over bad highs and lows, and bad pump infusion … Continue reading

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