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.....the years teach us that which the days never know.
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THe meds definitely lose their effectiveness after periods of time. I started on zoloft - worked for 2.5 years. Then switched to cymbalta - worked for about 4 years. Then prozac - worked for a year. Now I'm taking citalopram and need to switch to so…
I had the surgery about 6 years ago. No one told me that there was a good chance of getting a cataract, so, when my vision began to slowly fade (about 4 months post surgery) I was terrified, thinking the laser hadn't worked. Because I was so frazzle…
Yes, my retinal detachment as a result of the laser happens in about 1 out of 500 cases. And because my vitreous was murky, I did not know it was happening until it had pulled off the macula. Detachments at the edge are much easier to repair.
But, i…
I saw the film today and would agree with everything you said, re sex, death, and loss. Lots of depth to ponder.
Loved the sets and clothes of the period - J putting on her black eyeliner and frosted lipstick. And so heartwrenching when the cousin s…
Hi Vivien - sorry I didn't see this earlier but my mother is quite ill and my job moved and I've been preoccupied with stuff.
Now, please remember that every person is different. But, here's what happened to me. My vitrectomy had to be done because…
Profile Information
- Hometown (where you come from):
- Smalltown Minnesota
- Do you have diabetes?
- Yes
- I have:
- Type 1
- Date diagnosed
- March 1, 1974
- Most recent A1C (Blood Glucose Average) Value
- 7
- What glucose meter do you use?
- One Touch Ultra
- Type of treatment you use
- Shots
- What is the address for your Twitter profile or other web site, if any?
- http://kathy4762.blogspot.com
- How did you find out about us? What were you searching for?
- Several on the Diabetes OC have posted about it.
- Who referred you? (if anyone)
- N/A
- What do you do for a living?
- Work in operations for a large finance company.
Hi, I'm Kathy. I also go by Minnesota Nice over on the OC.
I have had diabetes for 35 years and not always taken good care of myself. Things have gotten better, though, and in spite of some complications, I consider myself to be in reasonable health. I also feel that it's never too late for improved control.
I deal with disordered eating issues daily.
I began blogging on the OC about 2 years ago and it has been immensely helpful - sharing victories, defeats and plain ordinary living with other pwd's has been a gift.
So far, I've enjoyed Tu Diabetes and love just stopping by for a second to comment on a discussion.
Things have changed a lot since '74. Each day I am thankful for the advances that have made my life better, and look forward for many more improvements to come.
Stop over and visit my blog at www.kathy4762.blogspot.com .
I have had diabetes for 35 years and not always taken good care of myself. Things have gotten better, though, and in spite of some complications, I consider myself to be in reasonable health. I also feel that it's never too late for improved control.
I deal with disordered eating issues daily.
I began blogging on the OC about 2 years ago and it has been immensely helpful - sharing victories, defeats and plain ordinary living with other pwd's has been a gift.
So far, I've enjoyed Tu Diabetes and love just stopping by for a second to comment on a discussion.
Things have changed a lot since '74. Each day I am thankful for the advances that have made my life better, and look forward for many more improvements to come.
Stop over and visit my blog at www.kathy4762.blogspot.com .
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Comment Wall (619 comments)
- At 8:42am on February 8, 2010,
Robyn said…
- Hey lady,
thanks for the music video....nice. Hope that you are doing okay. rain and cold here.
Take care. Just thinking about you. xo Robs
- At 8:04am on February 7, 2010,
Marie B said…
- we didn't get a single flake! next snow predicted for Wednesday. they've been x-country skiing on our lake. I used to do it when I was younger - it sure burns a lot of calories! thinking of you, Kathy.
- At 7:01am on February 5, 2010,
Marie B said…
- yea! it looks like the problems with commenting are over! It seems the engineer at Ning who solved the problem has a sister who is a member here, btw.
sounds like you have a full dance card right now. I am so sorry to hear that about your mom. My husband's mom had liver cancer and we all were greatly helped by the hospice that cared for her in the end. It must be hard to take care of yourself, your mom, your sisters, your new job - omg, I'm sending you some fresh energy vibes right now!
- At 8:14pm on February 2, 2010,
Robyn said…
- Hi Lady,
I didnt get any private email from you. I am sorry to hear about your Mother. I know how hard it can be....so heartbreaking. My Mom died of kidney failure at the age of 71yrs. But, she said that she was ready to go and that she had lived her life to the fullest. I was heartbroken to lose her, but she had put me at ease with her calmness about her life ending. Kathy, just know that she loves you and she also knows you love her. Spend time just in a room with her, hold her hand, let her hear your sweet voice and hug her. Take care of you and dont forget that you have many friends here that love you and care. xoRobyn
- At 8:47am on February 2, 2010,
Marie B said…
- Kathy, sorry we're still having the problems with commenting. I just mentioned your name to a new member who is facing vitrectomy. I think you don't have any problems posting to a discussion. Hope you're keeping warm up there in the frozen north!
- At 7:36pm on January 30, 2010,
rick phillips said… - Oh those spring flowers and trees look so nice. I am off to FL next week for a week. Ahhh (Go Colts), not to rub it in or anything but ahh my team is in south Fl in February and well, as I recall the Vikings will not be joining the party.
rick
- At 7:33pm on January 30, 2010,
rick phillips said…
- Kathy:
I knew you would want a Willie Nelson video on your home page.
- At 7:34am on January 24, 2010,
Robyn said…
- Hi Lady,
Just stopping by to say hello. I hope all is well for you. Been thinking about you......take care. XO
- At 6:35pm on January 18, 2010,
Mark said… - Listen to Johnny Carson at the end. "Oh yes. Good God. Mr. Ray Charles."
- At 8:54am on January 18, 2010,
Marie B said…
- how are you? hope you're off today! gotta rest that injury.
I've heard of that water intoxication - he must have drunk a LOT of water! glad it's nothing worse....thanks for the Dylan!
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