We don’t always realize it, but each one of us had come a long way since diabetes first came into our life. It doesn’t matter if it’s been 5 weeks, 5 years or 50 years, you’ve done something outstanding diabetes-wise. So today let’s share the greatest accomplishment you've made in terms of dealing with your (or your loved one’s) diabetes. No accomplishment is too big or too small - think about self-acceptance, something you’ve mastered (pump / exercise / diet / etc.), making a tough care decision (finding a new endo or support group / choosing to use or not use a technology / etc.). (Thanks to Hillary of Rainie and Me for this topic suggestion.)
I have not mastered carb counting. I don't exercise anywhere near as often as I should. I could do a lot better on my meal choices. Don't ask about a bg or food log.
There are many things I have not accomplished. One thing I have is having other people give me my shots and/or change out a pump site.
From the first day I started on shots I had everyone in my house give me one. They had to draw it up and inject. No one was exempt. My daughter's friends have all had their turn. Even one of the youth at my church has taken a turn. When I started on my pump, I went through the process again. Each member of my household (well... those with opposable thumbs that is) got to perform a complete site change.
It may not seem like much, and maybe a little odd, but I look at it this way. If ever I am not capable of doing it myself there will be someone right there who can do it for me, and do it with confidence.
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