11/29/10

Diabetes Etiquette Wish List

I was reading a forum and they were talking about D etiquette and wouldn't it be nice to hand out cards to the people who think they are food police or amatuer dr's.  A little card that would include a few of the important things like...
-diabetes is a full time job.  One I didn't apply for and one I can't quit.
-I know what I can or can't eat so please don't help me with my food choices.
-I have dr's(maybe more than one) to help me manage my health.  Please keep your suggestions to  yourself.
-It is one scary disease. YOU DON'T HAVE TO TELL ME.  I already know what can happen.
-Yes I have to test, take my shot or do whatever is required here.  It might be at the table at a    restaurant or at my desk at work or just while we are hanging out.  A bathroom is not the best place.
-I have alot of cool medical gadgets.  They aren't toys and I don't know where your hands have been so please don't touch.
-And a big finish...Insulin is NOT a cure.  Just a bandaid for the problem.

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