by Reed | Feb 7, 2023 | Evergreen, Mind, Nutrition
For me, most evenings include a pint or two of Miller Lite (occasionally red wine) just before or during dinner. It’s been a daily ritual for years and a way of transitioning from the ‘productive’ part of my day into a relaxing evening. I hardly ever have more than...
by Reed | Aug 14, 2022 | Business of Diabetes, Evergreen, Exercise, Friends & Family, Medical Professionals, Mind, Nutrition, Technology & Medications
This is not a comprehensive list of how to live well with T1D. (You can find those in the categories that make up the Living Well Model.) But here are the handful of moves I consider the best – and worst – for living with type 1 diabetes. Best 5 Moves #1: ...
by Reed | Apr 9, 2022 | Evergreen, Gratitude, Mind
I watched The Grammy’s last weekend and was amazed at the talent and creativity present in the room. The music and energy created in Las Vegas made their way into homes across the world, including ours. As I watched, I thought about how artists make and perform their...
by Reed | Jan 31, 2022 | Evergreen, Mind
I’m having one of those days. Woke up with a blood sugar of 325. Proceeded to give a correction bolus on my pump to move it down. I look in the mirror and want the tag number of the truck that ran me over. I skip breakfast due to the high number, get ready for work...
by Reed | Aug 8, 2021 | Evergreen, Friends & Family, Medical Professionals, Mind
If you are new to type 1, this is for you. You didn’t ask for type 1 diabetes and it certainly didn’t arrive with much notice. I am sorry for all the change going on now. Life isn’t a straight line and some turns don’t come with much warning. Type 1 is one of those!...
by Reed | Apr 12, 2013 | Business of Diabetes, Evergreen, Gratitude, Medical Professionals
As my 50th milestone with type 1 neared, I mentioned it to my endocrinologist. He smiled and said, “That’s a great start!” My sister shared it with the pediatric endo (he’s a friend) that treats her son. His response was more in line with mine, “Oh wow… what a...