@rosemarya Thanks for sending @bulgebattler my way.
Hello and welcome @bulgebattler to my Diabetic 2 world. We have much in common. I also am 74 and have had to make a complete lifestyle change. I do not take meds as I have been able to keep my numbers in check. My endocrinologist calls me a controlled diabetic. I was never sickly and had no symptoms of diabetes when I was diagnosed. However, since I live in the D2 world, I accept my plight and am aware of all aspects of staying healthy. Sometimes, things happen that upset the apple cart, but when that happens, I start right back in my routine. I knew I was not exercising enough, and I do not like to exercise, but that helps the blood numbers, so I started Lighten You Limbs with Friends posting for those who were not die-hard gym rats. This is Mayo's 12 week walking program. Several members and mentors walked along, and I reported my progress every week. Some walked outside; some in the gym; and some on a treadmill. I walk on my treadmill at home because I do not live close to a gym. We completed the 12 weeks, and I started a new cycle 2/25/2019. Tomorrow will complete the first two weeks of the second three months. My goal is to walk all of 2019. Though I have been a D2 not quite three years, I am still learning what works and what doesn't. Food has been the hardest part for me. What some people eat; others cannot. So my meals are limited and repetitive. I am glad to meet you. I hope we can exchange information and ideas. That's one thing about Mayo Connect. It is a place where numerous people have lots of knowledge about many different topics. I found Connect as I was researching, and the people who responded to me saved me. I hope you will post and be a regular part of D2. You certainly have the right attitude and information too. Is there anything specific you need to know? I'd like to hear from you.
Carol