tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8377582441405318696.post6940639903088002530..comments2024-02-20T08:10:20.272-05:00Comments on Ordinary Lovely: 1 Year of Type 1 Diabetes :: Part 5 :: Day to DayTheresahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09440812661317797011noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8377582441405318696.post-76285954704924809462015-09-20T11:52:15.759-04:002015-09-20T11:52:15.759-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02446907869371937233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8377582441405318696.post-46174029847728562322015-09-20T11:41:02.476-04:002015-09-20T11:41:02.476-04:00Thank you so much for this series and the other li...Thank you so much for this series and the other lists you have done on this topic. My friend's 6 year old was diagnosed a few days ago and it is pretty easy to find facts about diabetes online but it is quite another to read about the emotions involved. It helps me understand a bit more what my friend is going through so I can offer better support. And it is a huge bonus to find information from a believer (we are not Catholic but are Christians) and a fellow homeschooling mom. <br /><br />My sons and I also really appreciated watching Aaron talk about diabetes and demonstrate his routine for having a carb snack. It was nice for us all to see what our little friend will need to do. It has helped make it more real to us all so that we can be more understanding when they come home from the hospital and are ready for visiting. <br />Is there anything else that you would have liked your friends to know about life as a D-mom? I realize that I won't have the full responsibility of caring for him but I also know that a burden is lighter with loved ones by your side. We want to make our home a safe haven for him. A place where he can come and be a normal kid and his parents can know that he is in good hands. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02446907869371937233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8377582441405318696.post-70599018372445960112015-06-23T06:18:19.539-04:002015-06-23T06:18:19.539-04:00Colleen, thank you so very much for your comment, ...Colleen, thank you so very much for your comment, your kind words, and sharing some of your're story with me!<br />You're right, I wouldn't wish diabetes on anyone, but finding a mom with such similar circumstances is a gift! Are you familiar with the facebook group Catholic Parents Support Group - Children with Diabetes? It's worth checking out. If you want want to email me, perhaps we can chat more! It was nice the "meet" you! (theresa.blackstone@gmail.com) Theresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09440812661317797011noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8377582441405318696.post-17347208266894340872015-06-22T10:02:58.563-04:002015-06-22T10:02:58.563-04:00I found your blog the other day when someone share...I found your blog the other day when someone shared your post on the Life-Changing Magic book on FB (which I really enjoyed!). This morning I saw a post on FB from your preschool series, and after reading it and realizing this was the same blog I discovered the other day, and actually having some time to sit and scroll, I started reading more of your posts. I thought, hey, I can totally relate to this lady - homeschooling, 5 young kids, and St. Josemaria on the sidebar. ;) Then I came across your diabetes posts! My oldest just turned 6, and was diagnosed 5 months ago. His diagnosis story was very similar to Aaron's - mama gut that something was off, extreme thirst/urination, weight loss, and praise God, no DKA at diagnosis, so the hospital stay was fairly short. While I'm not glad that either of our boys have T1D, it is sooo nice to find another mom who is dealing with both the diagnosis and daily care as well as raising for a bunch of littles, and sharing about both in a positive way! I have found a lot of people who have one challenge or the other, but not both simultaneously. ;)<br /><br />I absolutely love your "So Be It" post, because I have felt so many of the same emotions, trying to discuss and share without feeling like I'm complaining. I really love your comparison to Christ carrying His cross. The times where I have been overwhelmed and wondered "why us?", Christ as our model for suffering has come into my head. It doesn't necessarily make the middle of the night checks or the "HI" alert on the meter EASIER, but being able to unite our difficulties with Jesus' helps us realize that suffering isn't in vain. I feel like this whole rollercoaster has been easier to accept and even understand in light of our Faith.<br /><br />My kids all gathered around to watch Aaron's videos and were so impressed. My 6yo Nate said, "Wow, he really knows what he's talking about!" ;) I think he has a new hero. <br /><br />Sorry so long, finding your blog has just been such a blessing to me today!Colleenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09014160272260023509noreply@blogger.com