Jan 21 2009
Do you suck at being a diabetic?
Okay, I’ll admit it. I am a horrible diabetic. Being a type 2 is not nearly as bad as type 1. I do not have to take insulin, only when I get stressed or very sick, has that ever happened. Hospitalization was required. Pity is not something I want when it comes to this disease, just knowledge.
I got it when I was pregnant with my third son, gestational diabetes is what is was called and I was told I would get rid of it after his birth. I did. Two years later, I developed type 2 and was having problems and had to go on medication. Still taking the meds has helped, but to be truthful, I don’t think I really understand the complications of not taking care of myself. I love to cook, not only for myself, but others. Others, do not have the disease, so I cook for them. The choices I make are not so good, I eat right along with them, even desserts. Of course, still taking my medications. I should be throwing them out the window for all the good I am doing. I really haven’t learned how to cook diabetic style, nor have I cared to learn. I am 5″1″ and 135-140 lbs. My sugar pretty much stays up over 225 most of the time, even fasting. I write this because, I do have complications beginning. Tingling fingers, no feeling in my feet, eyesight not so good. Perhaps, if you are a diabetic also, take stock, some of these things can be corrected, some cannot. I am the only diabetic in the family, so I have no one who could be a support person for me. They can’t make me try harder, I have to do that for myself.
It’s a new year and yes, I have insurance. I will try harder and even possibly call my local hospital to find out about classes for diet and excerise. Yes, I suck at being a diabetic and will slowly try to turn it around before I have things falling off of me or I go blind. If you have any great recipes or ideas. Email me. I would love any help someone has.
