Hi @chocolate5lover. I looked at the date I first posted (over a year ago). Now, in 2018, almost 2 1/2 years since my diagnosis, I can say that things have changed. Someone needs to explain as much as possible to new diabetics what to expect; that would definitely help. I wonder about people who are told they have this disease but have no idea what to do for themselves. I suppose they get worse and just take the doctors' word. I am stubborn and a control freak, so I don't take anybody's word as the be-all and end-all. I research and read and listen to the dr. but I decide for myself what works for me.
My husband and I are both retired, and he is not in excellent health. We were talking over the weekend that we don't have horrid health problems that keep us in and out of the hospital. There are things we cannot do, but we don't dwell on them. I eat what I know works for me; but may not work for anyone else. I check my blood twice a day because I have to know that it's staying in range. I try not to get discouraged but think how lucky I am. There are many diseases that are much more limiting than diabetes. I had such a wonderful life until this reared its ugly head, and now it has been a new challenge. I also give much over to the Good Lord. My husband does too. We are survivors together as we have been for the 52 years we have been married. One thing I do not do is exercise. It has been a long 2 1/2 years, and I just hope to continue to improve. By the way I do not have to take any meds. 🙂
Thanks for your response.
retiredteacher