Thanks, gailb. I think I've answered people who have responded. Now, you say that no one wants to hear my problems. This site is advertised as a conversation; to me that means discussing good and bad; what works and what doesn't. But I guess I misunderstood. I'm sorry I am not like you, but you've lived with diabetes thirteen years and I have one year. That's not an excuse; that's a fact.
I appreciate those who responded. When someone is in trouble and confused, I've always jumped in the pool to help. We all need comfort and assurance. But, since I have offended you and others, I will not post again.
I sincerely apologize.
retiredteacher

Hi @retiredteacher,
You have certainly not offended anyone and we all encourage you to continue posting to Connect. We recognize with all your recent health challenges, talking with others here in this community is the one tenuous connection that you have right now. We're glad that we can be there for you. Each person moves through their health journey at their own pace. Often the first step, acceptance, is the hardest one. We are willing to meet you where you are now. We also hope with our encouragement that you will be able to get the support you need.

A big drawback in an online community like this one is that we can't see people's body language or hear the tone of their message. Gail's message is direct, and she calls things as she sees them. However, I hope that in time, you can also see that she offers support and advice. It's just not what you need to hear right now.

RetiredTeacher, I sincerely hope that you will continue to correspond with Rosemary, Teresa and others who may join the conversation. I really like Rosemary's message above:
"By the way, you are a retired teacher – so, I have to believe that you have a real strong character and a stamina for “getting it done”. What would you tell a student who was experiencing this same situation? How would you encourage him/her?"

Do you feel up to answering her great questions?

@retiredteacher I very much agree with Colleen that everyone processes change at their own pace. If you can give some thought to Rosemary's question about how you would counsel a student with a similar problem that would be helpful. I have a feeling that the answer to your problem is within you and you just need to discover it and then respond. Please give it a try. At Mayo Connect we are all pulling for you - even during your times of resisting the change that is so difficult for you. I look forward to hearing from you again. Teresa

@retiredteacher, I am sorry that I am delayed in responding to your recent reply. I want to ask you to continue in this conversation.

Many of us here on Connect have experienced various serious health complications in our lifetime, often without warning. And we know that there are many ups and downs to be endured along the way. As I have said in an earlier response, "You have been dealt a complicated situation. I want to say that I admire your strength in looking for help in dealing with this. You are not alone, as we are hearing more and more every day about the rise of diabetes in the population, at all ages."
Our health conditions and how we respond to them are unique and very personal for each of us. We want success for you. And we remain here to listen and to support you on your journey.
I hope that your upcoming appointments will be positive for you.
Hugs,
Rosemary