Category Archives: Photos

#MakeDiabetesVisible Day 12

Posted on November 12, 2018 by mydiabeticheart

Diabetes doesn’t come with many perks, but the best one has been the people I’ve met over the years. I’m thankful to have spent time with some of them this year.

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#MakeDiabetesVisible Day 11

Posted on November 11, 2018 by mydiabeticheart

Just emptied the diabetes trash from my meter case. That’s from my travels this weekend.  For my friends living with diabetes, how often do you empty the diabetes trash from your case?  How do you dispose of it?

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#MakeDiabetesVisible Day 10

Posted on November 10, 2018 by mydiabeticheart

I spent much of the day on the road in search of eagles. It’s still a bit early for them, but with the cold snap we’re in now the eagles should start coming in droves soon. Think I saw 12 … Continue reading →

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#MakeDiabetesVisible Day 9

Posted on November 9, 2018 by mydiabeticheart

It’s the second #BlueFridays of diabetes awareness month. Are you wearing blue today?

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#MakeDiabetesVisible Day 8

Posted on November 8, 2018 by mydiabeticheart

Gastroparesis is one of many potential complications associated with diabetes. I’m coming to terms with my recent diagnosis and trying to figure out how to manage it and my blood glucose without losing the rest of my sanity. It’s not … Continue reading →

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#MakeDiabetesVisible Day 7

Posted on November 7, 2018 by mydiabeticheart

Another day, another finger given to diabetes.

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Almost Wordless Wednesday: HealtheVoices18

Posted on June 27, 2018 by mydiabeticheart

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

Posted on June 20, 2018 by mydiabeticheart

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 →

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From the archive: What Brings Me Down

Posted on May 22, 2018 by mydiabeticheart

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 →

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Hello, Trulicity; So long, Victoza!

Posted on May 17, 2018 by mydiabeticheart

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 →

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