Even before I found out I have diabetes, I enjoyed the motivational tools of Anthony Robbins and Dr. Wayne Dyer.
Dr. Dyer has had many messages that touch me. I believe the universe truly is conspiring with me, not against me. To me, the universe is God. God provides only good things in my life. How I choose to use them is another matter.
I’m trying to make the best choices I can. Stick with me and see how I do!
I’m excited about doing more online with health and fitness since my diabetic onset. So many sites are out there with information, but I think I can find some way to reach a person with just what they need to make a difference. You’ll be hearing more about things as I get my plan together. Wish me luck!
I told my daughter about my diabetes diagnosis and she wasn’t shocked or extremely upset. I am so glad. I know family history is important in health maintainance, so will advise both my children in the hopes knowledge will keep them safe.
One thing I know all too well is the food we eat here in the greatest country in the world, is often not fit for animals! With all the additives and preservatives, hormones and antibiotics fed to the livestock, how can we expect to live and age “normally”? My little granddaughter, who I love dearly, is already on her way to an unhealthy life. I don’t believe it is her fault…or her mother’s. Everything she loves to eat is not sustaining to her body type.
I’ll get off my soapbox for tonight. Before I sign off, isn’t it interesting how relieved I am that my daughter knows I’m diabetic? Why should I feel guilty? Til next time…..
P.S. My numbers are great. Exercise is great. I feel great!
Guess I should be glad some things never change. My glucose levels are down and I feel great. What bothers me is that my weight hasn’t changed more than 1 or 2 pounds! How can this be??? Is this still an insulin issue??I know that exercise is SOOO beneficial…and I do exercise. I need to do more. Why can’t I seem to commit to more exercise? It has to become a priority.
I’ve been feeling so good today! My sugar has been testing in the double digits again and I’ve developed some plans for the trip coming up in 7 days. No, I still am not telling my mother my health situation. I love my mother, but what she doesn’t know can’t hurt ME! Seriously, I love my mother and she loves me. Well meaning as she is, I’m just not ready for the criticism. Guess I have some issues. Anyhow, I have told my sister the state of events. I really feel I can get things under control and be off ALL medication in the next six months. That’s the plan, anyhow. And if, not…I’ll regroup and go from there!
I found the cutest little refrigerator/warmer that is operated by the cigarette lighter in the car! Most of our time can be broken up by stops. But it’s always nice to have some snacks along that I can enjoy, too. My favorites are veggies, beef or turkey jerky, nuts and cheese. For Mom and the granddaughter 9 years old, there will also be cut up apples, pretzels and cold water in there as well. The countdown begins!
I still haven’t told my family (other than my husband) that I have diabetes. I know I must tell my grown children, because someday they might need to tell their doctor the family history.
I am not so concerned about telling my children, but I am not ready to tell my mother or in-laws. I have always been a private person. I’m not ashamed of this. I didn’t plan to be diabetic and I am dealing with this situation in as an intelligent a way as I can. What I don’t want, is the constant questioning and interference of my mother and in-laws. Well meaning they might be, but I already have daily issues with all of them and don’t want the focus to be on my health. I hate to use the “S” word (stress) but I am loaded to the max! More later.
It was a pretty good day today. When I tested this morning my blood sugar was 92. I had to do some errands and work with a client until 2:30. For lunch I ate several strawberries and some beef jerky since I was out and took what I could use. Once I got home, I had more work to do but grabbed a couple pieces of ham with some swiss cheese and two dill pickles. Yum!! I was set for dinner. I walked for 30 minutes on the treadmill and when I tested before dinner, it read 74. Guess I’ll adjust insulin tonight if needed. I feel GOOD!
I really have to get back to pre-vacation eating. Last night, I was up late and got a case of the munchies. I helped myself to salted nuts…but the lateness of the hour and how many I ate worked against me. This morning, my blood tested 158 before breakfast. It never did come down past 121, which is ok. But I was getting used to the double digits prior to going on vacation. Getting serious about regular exercise will help as well. I’ve got another two week trip coming up and I need to adjust my intake for optimum nutrition during that time with the healthiest foods. Just 12 days to get ready!