Category Archives: Friends
yet another metaphor
I took a group counselling course with an instructor who used to remind the class constantly how everything was “a metaphor for your whole life.” That included the course itself. A few mornings ago, as I was struggling with my new “medical … Continue reading
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crap is good for you
You know how people always tell you that you need to experience the bad to appreciate the good? I feel I am living that experience right now. I have been wanting to go back to some kind of paid work … Continue reading
if germs make you squirm
So my hubby recently sent me an e-mail that contained the following link. It describes the “12 germiest places” in your life. Out of the entire article, I couldn’t help but wonder who was the poor sod whose job it … Continue reading
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definition is painful
I’m hoping that I will look back at this time in my life as a period that helped define who I really am. Cuz in all honesty, right now it sucks pretty darn bad. I just had a good sob … Continue reading
gtbr
This is a tough time of year for the GTBR or “gut-to-boob-ratio,” as I like to call it. You know, when you look in the mirror and think “oh my God, my gut looks bigger than my boobs!” I have found … Continue reading
seize the day
I’ve been doing lots of reading and thinking lately, about attracting to me what I want in my life – to continue to expand all that is good and discourage the not-so-good stuff. I’ve been ready to let go of … Continue reading
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dr. polonsky #7
7. From Discouraged to Encouraged Don’t let diabetes get you down. Diabetes can be a lot of work and sometimes even your best efforts don’t seem to pay off – like when you follow your doctor’s recommendations exactly, but still … Continue reading
dr. polonsky #5
This is #5 of Dr. William Polonsky’s 10 things you need to know about the emotional side of diabetes. 5. Appreciating the Power of Pals Diabetes is easier to manage when you have people in your life who are rooting … Continue reading
polonsky #4 – this is a big one
4. Giving Up the Guilt You are not a bad person because you developed diabetes. It is not your fault. You are not “bad” because you didn’t exercise today or because you ate more than you intended last night. Nobody … Continue reading
happy anniversary to me
It’s hard to believe, but Wednesday June 20, 2007 marks my first anniversary of blogging. To celebrate the 90 some-odd posts on my life (in general and specific), my family, my friends, my diabetes, my obsession with food and all … Continue reading
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