"Depressed, young children, controlling husband---I've been there. I felt very stuck. While couple's counseling might be good, you need some help yourself. Find a counselor, or ask for minister/rabbi/etc. Most important is caring for…"
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at the movies
Started this discussion. Last reply by Graceymomma Apr 22. 27 Replies 0 Likes
I often forgo popcorn at the movies. I bring a stick of gum or a square of good chocolate. If I have something to entertain my mouth as the lights go down, I don't miss popcorn too much. Last night…Continue
Wanted a snickers bar . . . .
Started this discussion. Last reply by Deborah Mar 7. 13 Replies 0 Likes
Bored and hungry at work this afternoon. All I could think of was a Snickers Bar. (Lesson: pack a larger lunch!) I went to the cafeteria, did eye the snickers, but discovered lovely little Caprese…Continue
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Dancin!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Pastelpainter Jan 29. 1 Reply 0 Likes
I needed a post-dinner workout, but the rainy, stormy night made me stay in. Then I put on some dance tunes, broke out the old school aerobics moves, and cut loose in my living room. I felt stupid,…Continue
book The End of Diabetes
Started this discussion. Last reply by Brian (bsc) Jan 17. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Anyone familiar with Joel Fuhrman's newest book, The End of Diabetes? While I'm always skeptical of promises to "reverse" diabetes, I'm wondering whether this book may have some good tips.Continue
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Deborah replied to denipink's discussion 'Diabetic Meal Plan'"For me, not all carbs are "bad." I eat measured amounts of whole grains. Beans especially give me good energy (protein, fiber) & don't spike my sugar. I love a salad with 1/2 C beans & cheese."
Deborah replied to denipink's discussion 'Diabetic Meal Plan'"Denipink: Newly diagnosed is a very hard time in so many ways. I was so stressed in my first month or so as I learned my way around the suggested (ADA) diet, and learned to test my blood sugar, and watched out for lows.
Whether you go with the…"
Deborah replied to julez_79's discussion 'I m surprised the eiffel tower isnt made from white bread...'"You have my sympathies! So glad I took my Italy trip just prior to my dx. I have gotten to the point where I can walk in a bakery & just take in the sights & smells. Because I walk more on this type of vacation, I do allow some more carbs…"
Deborah replied to PedsRN's discussion 'Glucosamine/Chondroitin&MSM'"I tried glucosamine before my dx. It gave me the worst gas."
Deborah replied to Bobby's discussion 'What is the longest distance you have walked?'"Not my longest, but I regularly hike 8 miles about 10 times each year. When newly dx, I always carried my monitor & glucose tabs. Now that I'm more stable, I just make sure that I have healthy snacks every 2 hours or so.
My hikes are the…"
Graceymomma replied to Deborah's discussion 'at the movies'"That's a great idea, it's alot more difficult for me to limit myself to a small portion of popcorn when the rest of the bag is just sitting in my lap. I usually just nibble from my DH or DK's bag of popcorn when I go.
I made a…"
Zoe replied to Deborah's discussion 'at the movies'"I watch calories, juliannaergrl, because I have a real tendency to gain weight. But many Type 1's don't worry about fat and many actually eat a low carb/high fat diet. That's why I asked."
juliannaergrl replied to Deborah's discussion 'at the movies'"Because the amount of butter they use adds a ton of fat and extra calories. I can add some butter after still get good flavor."
Deborah replied to Deborah's discussion 'at the movies'"Lard? Wow. Not very vegetarian, kosher or halal friendly!"
Zoe replied to Deborah's discussion 'at the movies'"Yep, gross is the word! Popcorn isn't something I eat much anymore but if I do it will be cooked at home with a tablespoon of oil on the bottom of the pot and real butter and salt!"
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- July 16, 2010
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- 6.7
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- Thankfully I loved vegetables and regular exercise before my diagnosis. Thankfully my teenage son has gotten used to the lack of crunchy snacks in the house.
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- At 12:51pm on November 11, 2012,
Linda G said… 
Hello! How Do You Do, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you Deborah....
Best Wishes NOW....and for the rest of the year!
Have a GREAT "ME" DAY :)
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Hey, why don't you come join us in the TuD chat room?
You'll see us at the bottom of the home page.
We have a great time getting to know each other, sharing info and lots of laughs :)
It's on right now!
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- At 8:36am on November 11, 2012,
SEAGATOR said… Happy,Happy Birthday,Deborah. I wish for you a most wonderful day. ENJOY!!!
- At 3:49am on October 6, 2012,
acidrock23 said… Thx for the friend add!
- At 1:24am on November 11, 2011,
brokenpole said… Happy Birthday, Deborah!! Hope you have a wonderful day and get to have some fun. Enjoy your special day.
- At 7:58pm on April 7, 2011,
Kathy said… - Hi there. Please stop over and join the Great Lakes Group - just a way to connect members geographically. I live in Minneapolis.
Welcome to Tu Diabetes. Nice to have you with us!
- At 5:21pm on April 7, 2011, Linda G said…
Welcome home Deborah....fellow teacher!!
Take a peek at some the groups when you get a chance. Just go to the top of your page, and click on "Groups". Once in, you can either peruse the wide array of available groups....or simply type a specific interest in the space provided. Take in some of the blogs/discussions as well.
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Hope you find the support and information you came looking for. Here is a useful link to get you on your way:
http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
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Take care....and keep in touch!
- At 12:31pm on April 7, 2011,
Marie B said… - hi Deborah, welcome! Let me know if you have any questions about our community.
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