In the Spring, when my daughter asked (in her sweetest voice with pleading eyes) if I’d do the Color Run 5k with her, I think I nearly fell over. My first thought was YES! Yes, I will go out and… Read moreColor Run : The Happiest 5k on Earth
Before DH was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, we didn’t think twice about the way we ate when we were on the road. Breakfast was usually a bacon, egg and cheese biscuit, and lunch was a hamburger combo meal, super-sized…. Read moreTraveling with Diabetes – Plan Ahead for a Healthy Holiday
While food pantries need our support all year long, this is the time of year that many people thing about donating. At work, we collect for our food pantry several times a year, and I wanted to share a wish… Read moreFood Pantry Wish List – It’s Not Just About Green Beans and Pineapple!
I sense a disturbance in the Force. I suddenly have a strong urge to venture into Boy World – aka the Man Cave, aka the den – a place I try to avoid as much as possible. As I approach… Read moreThe Adventures of My Free Range Diabetic
If you have diabetes, you know how important it is to have a care routine. Yet unpredictable summer weather – with its high temperatures and frequent storms – can wreak havoc on that routine and make it difficult to manage… Read more#Diabetes: How to Plan for the Heat and Heat-Related Emergencies
Yes, you have to wear sunscreen. Yes, you have to look for shade. Yes, you have to cover up. Yes, you have to check your skin regularly. Yes, you can prevent skin cancer. Yes, it’s that important that you are… Read moreMay is Skin Cancer Awareness Month
My parents finally stepped into the realm of Smart phones not too long ago. I’m so proud! As we programmed their new phones, we realized that neither of them had designated any emergency contacts. We all know that the older… Read moreIn Case of Emergency : ICE Could Save Your Life, Plus Free ICE Download
This post is being published with permission from the American Diabetes Association. With the ups and downs of the economy and lean job market, many people with diabetes find themselves with limited resources to manage diabetes effectively. In times like… Read morePaying for Diabetic Testing Supplies and Medication
Did you know that colorful foods contain phytonutrients or plant compounds that help protect your overall health? Did you know that 22% of people do not get enough reds in their diet? Which colors and nutrients are you missing? We… Read moreEat More Colorfully (Infographic)
3 Reasons To Grow Your Own Salad Salads make great summer meals and are a tasty addition to your lunchbox or dinner table any time of the year. They make the perfect light meal and you know you should be… Read moreGrow Your Own Salad Bowl, Part 1
