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Finding humor in life
I truly believe that laughter is among the best medicines in the world. Humor has done more for my surviving the last two years than anything else. And this not only makes me laugh, but speaks volumes to me … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Inspiration, Vlog
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Diabetes Family Tree
Today is Diabetes Art Day!!!!! In honor of this day, I decided to pay tribute to the DOC, or as I like to think of it, my diabetes family. And so, I present to you my Diabetes Family Tree. Many … Continue reading
Posted in Diabetes Art Day, Inspiration, Photos
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Broken Hearts Still Hold Songs
I originally wrote this poem and posted it 5 and a half months into my diagnosis. The message in it still speaks to me a little over a year later, so I thought I’d repost it. The poem was inspired … Continue reading
A Worthwhile Entry
The winners of the poetry book drawing, hosted by Lee Ann Thill over at The Butter Compartment, have been announced. My congratulations to the winners, Virtue and Sherry . While my entry wasn’t one of the chosen two, I’m still … Continue reading
Posted in Diabetes, Diabetes Art, Inspiration, Life, Photos, Shout outs
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Interesting Horoscope
I was looking through the newspaper this morning, and came across this little gem in the horoscope section. While I’m not a big follower of them nor a real believer, I do occasionally come across one that has a real … Continue reading
Posted in Inspiration, Lessons Learned, Life
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Get Crafty for Diabetes Art Day
Wednesday, September 1, 2010 has been declared Diabetes Art Day, by Lee Ann Thill, who is an Art Therapist, a fellow D-OC member, and host of the diabetes blog, The Butter Compartment. Between now and September 1st, participants will be … Continue reading
Posted in Announcements, Diabetes, Inspiration, Shout outs
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A test drawing
Decided to try my hand at drawing again late last night. It’s been years since I’ve done so. Diabetes and BG testing were on my mind, so this is what ended up on the paper. And that 188 mg/dl reading … Continue reading
Posted in Diabetes, Diabetes Art, Inspiration, Life, Photos
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A Day to Remember
Remembering those who have served and those who are currently serving is what Memorial Day is all about. This video is from 2006, and has a reference to Veterans Day at the end, but it is rather fitting for this … Continue reading
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Simple Pleasures
After running a few errands in downtown Fort Wayne yesterday afternoon, I decided to grab some food and go have lunch at Lakeside Park. It’s one of my favorite parks in the city, with a big lake in the center, … Continue reading
Posted in Inspiration, Lessons Learned, Life
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My Wishes
My friend and fellow DOC member, Ashley (#dream4muse), posted a forum question on a site she is working on for a class project, and it got me thinking. It pertained to diabetes and other health conditions, and simply asked, “What … Continue reading
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My Diabetic Heart 