Happy Thanksgiving All!
I'm working on trying to figure out a few carb counts on some of Brysons favorite things and then I'm headed down to help my grandma cook the big dinner!
I'm so thankful for all our readers :)
Thursday, November 25, 2010
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
So much to be Thankful for.
As rough and crazy as this past year has been, our family has so much to be thankful for.
I'm so thankful for the fulltime position I was able to take at school, an amazingly awesome teacher I work with, wonderful group of kids that make me excited to go to work each day. We are thankful that our family has been remotely healthy. That Josh's grandmother is able to be here for another Thanksgiving (as of this summer, we werent sure this was possible).For new friends and rekindled friendships. For good jobs. That Bryson was baptized this summer :) For all the support from friends and family and coworkers through the past few months. Our little house which makes such a cozy home for us 4.
I'm also thankful for this blog, which has allowed me to reach out to others and to find other D-Moms.
We are truly so blessed!
We hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving!
I'm so thankful for the fulltime position I was able to take at school, an amazingly awesome teacher I work with, wonderful group of kids that make me excited to go to work each day. We are thankful that our family has been remotely healthy. That Josh's grandmother is able to be here for another Thanksgiving (as of this summer, we werent sure this was possible).For new friends and rekindled friendships. For good jobs. That Bryson was baptized this summer :) For all the support from friends and family and coworkers through the past few months. Our little house which makes such a cozy home for us 4.
I'm also thankful for this blog, which has allowed me to reach out to others and to find other D-Moms.
We are truly so blessed!
We hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Thursday, November 18, 2010
WootWoot It's Party Time!!
Guess who is having a birthday today??
BRYSON!!!
Happy 8th birthday to one very awesome little boy. I'm so excited to be his mom and love him to the moon and back!
Sunday, November 14, 2010
Self Portrait
Bryson wrote me a little and added this little self portrait at the end. I thought it was too cute not to share!
Thursday, November 11, 2010
All the cool kids are doing it...
Listing 6 things they want everyone to know about Type1 Diabetes. So I'm jumping on the bandwagon too!
1. There is nothing Bryson, Josh, Me or anyone else could have done to cause Bryson to have Diabetes.He didn't eat too much sugar, not take him vitamins, drink baby formula, he doesn't weigh too much or too little. There is nothing we could have done to prevent it.
2. Insulin keeps him alive. If he went without insulin, he would DIE. Point blank. I'm not going to sugarcoat it. Insulin was created in 1920something, before that people literally died of starvation. That is just awful.
3.He can eat whatever he wants..We try to not deprive him of anything. Everything is okay in moderation, like it should be for everyone. Can he gorge himself on a dozen doughnuts? NO! But neither should I! We just have to cover whatever he eats with insulin.
4.Insulin helps, but is not a CURE! There is no cure for diabetes right now. Hopefully with more fundraising to benefit research..and more research there will one day be a cure. Finding a cure for cancer is at the top of many many kids (and parents) Christmas lists.
5. People do die from diabetes. It is a very serious invisible illness. A few teens have died already this year from Dead in the Bed syndrome. Basically there blood sugar dropped during the night. This is one reason we do at least one check a night, and where the CGM will be a huge help. Living with diabetes can also cause blindness, chrohns disease, kidney failure, and lots of others.
6.This is forever. Bryson will live with diabetes forever (unless a miracle cure is found). He will prick his finger at least 6 times a day, give himself shots or be dependent on a pump, having major medical costs, count carbs and deal with high/low blood sugars for the rest of his life. His kids will be at a higher risk to have diabetes as well.
These are just a few things I want people to know. There are thousands of other things, but there is no point overwhelming people like that..we d-parents and grandparents and friends are overwhelmed enough..
1. There is nothing Bryson, Josh, Me or anyone else could have done to cause Bryson to have Diabetes.He didn't eat too much sugar, not take him vitamins, drink baby formula, he doesn't weigh too much or too little. There is nothing we could have done to prevent it.
2. Insulin keeps him alive. If he went without insulin, he would DIE. Point blank. I'm not going to sugarcoat it. Insulin was created in 1920something, before that people literally died of starvation. That is just awful.
3.He can eat whatever he wants..We try to not deprive him of anything. Everything is okay in moderation, like it should be for everyone. Can he gorge himself on a dozen doughnuts? NO! But neither should I! We just have to cover whatever he eats with insulin.
4.Insulin helps, but is not a CURE! There is no cure for diabetes right now. Hopefully with more fundraising to benefit research..and more research there will one day be a cure. Finding a cure for cancer is at the top of many many kids (and parents) Christmas lists.
5. People do die from diabetes. It is a very serious invisible illness. A few teens have died already this year from Dead in the Bed syndrome. Basically there blood sugar dropped during the night. This is one reason we do at least one check a night, and where the CGM will be a huge help. Living with diabetes can also cause blindness, chrohns disease, kidney failure, and lots of others.
6.This is forever. Bryson will live with diabetes forever (unless a miracle cure is found). He will prick his finger at least 6 times a day, give himself shots or be dependent on a pump, having major medical costs, count carbs and deal with high/low blood sugars for the rest of his life. His kids will be at a higher risk to have diabetes as well.
These are just a few things I want people to know. There are thousands of other things, but there is no point overwhelming people like that..we d-parents and grandparents and friends are overwhelmed enough..
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
So much for that..
So much for our posting everyday! I have had writers block or something the past few days. We had a super busy weekend and week too it seems.
We had our school Variety Show and it was a blast, this is my last year serving on the PTO..I've served for 3 years now and its time to let someone else take over the presidental reins. Bryson and Carson both loved seeing their teachers get up on stage and act out skits and songs..we all make a fool out of our selfs and its alot of fun. Absolutely worth the $5.00! I spent most of the day decorating and popping popcorn before it all started and Bryson ran around with his friends all day. It was so good for him!
We had our school Variety Show and it was a blast, this is my last year serving on the PTO..I've served for 3 years now and its time to let someone else take over the presidental reins. Bryson and Carson both loved seeing their teachers get up on stage and act out skits and songs..we all make a fool out of our selfs and its alot of fun. Absolutely worth the $5.00! I spent most of the day decorating and popping popcorn before it all started and Bryson ran around with his friends all day. It was so good for him!
Saturday, November 6, 2010
Oh what a day..
What a Friday!
Had lots of stuff going on at school and It had already been a super long day. My phone rings, its Bryson. "Mom, I'm uh out of test strips and our class is getting ready to go to P.E". Crap! I look in my extra supply bag in my purse. Oh no, I had exchanged his strip container for mine while out of town for Halloween (which I still need to post about..doh!). Oh no! What to do? Hubby is at work over a hour away. Get hold of a good friend, they have a key and can get in my house to get strips. They bring them to us at school. Hmm...this box looks different though? CVS messed up our test strip order. SO after all that trouble, I still cant check him. Clock out and check him out of school knowing I had to be back in 15 minutes. Run to the closest store that sale them & paid FULL PRICE! Oh just lovely!
SO today, Saturday, I'm off to argue with CVS about the ole..500...wrong strips I was given. No little butterflies on these :( Hoping they will easily swap them out for us.
I need to look into a mail order company where I can get 3 months supply..our insurance company doesn't have any preference and will approve anywhere.
Had lots of stuff going on at school and It had already been a super long day. My phone rings, its Bryson. "Mom, I'm uh out of test strips and our class is getting ready to go to P.E". Crap! I look in my extra supply bag in my purse. Oh no, I had exchanged his strip container for mine while out of town for Halloween (which I still need to post about..doh!). Oh no! What to do? Hubby is at work over a hour away. Get hold of a good friend, they have a key and can get in my house to get strips. They bring them to us at school. Hmm...this box looks different though? CVS messed up our test strip order. SO after all that trouble, I still cant check him. Clock out and check him out of school knowing I had to be back in 15 minutes. Run to the closest store that sale them & paid FULL PRICE! Oh just lovely!
SO today, Saturday, I'm off to argue with CVS about the ole..500...wrong strips I was given. No little butterflies on these :( Hoping they will easily swap them out for us.
I need to look into a mail order company where I can get 3 months supply..our insurance company doesn't have any preference and will approve anywhere.
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