Monthly Archives: May 2016

Language and Diabetes – #DBlogWeek Day 3

Posted on May 18, 2016 by Shannon

Our topic today is Language and Diabetes. There is an old saying that states “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me”. I’m willing to bet we’ve all disagreed with this at some point, and … Continue reading →

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Message Monday – #DBlogWeek Day 1

Posted on May 16, 2016 by Shannon

Welcome to Diabetes Blog Week! Diabetes Blog Week is just like it sounds… diabetes bloggers all blogging on daily topics for an entire week. Or, in this year’s case, for five days. To find out all about Diabetes Blog Week … Continue reading →

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Lows… and Pizza :)

Posted on May 13, 2016 by Shannon

Last night I had a wicked low (for some reason that phrase reminds me of you, Kerri!) .. I knew something was wrong when I was having a hard time focusing, and started to feel sick to my stomach. I … Continue reading →

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Trying not to fall off my soapbox

Posted on May 10, 2016 by Shannon

Let me just throw this out there and move on …. We are “supposed” to change our pump sites every 2-3 days. I do not. I usually make it 5-7 days. Sometimes even longer. I have a lot of scar … Continue reading →

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Type One Nation Summit 2016

Posted on May 5, 2016 by Shannon

Last weekend I was able to attend a Type One Nation Summit, hosted by my local JDRF chapter. I’ve attended the event in the past – and it’s always been a good time. This event did not disappoint. I do … Continue reading →

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