hello
Hi everyone. I haven’t posted in quite a while and had to go on digest.
I have missed you all.
I am still following the Atkins plan and feeling wonderful. My endo was
thrilled with my decreased bg and told me to keep it up. Weight loss is
slow though but it is showing up in my clothes.
The problem is now the sugars are beginning to go up again. I had cut
down my insulin to 20 units in the am and 20 in the pm and had been
under 100 for every reading. I am back up to 30 units now and this
morning had the highest reading since I have been on Atkins … 180. I
am very frustrated by this. I think it must be stress because I noticed
the bg rising as soon as I started back to work (school) after Labor
Day. grrrrrrrrrrr. I am also wondering if my antidepressants have
anything to do with it. I guess I will have to resort to the one thing
I have been putting off…. the dreaded “e” word… exercise.
If anyone has any insights or feedback I would appreciate it. Forgot to
mention that I am type II.
BTW, I have found something I am really enjoying and thought some of you
who are not on Atkins still might enjoy it. I am getting the Atkins
shake mix. I use chocolate flavor and mix it with 2/3 c diet chocolate
soda and 1/3 c cream in the blender. This tastes rich and sweet and
feels like a dessert. I use this as a breakfast meal replacement and it
sticks with me until lunch. It’s especially great on those mornings when
I am running a little short on time and need something quick.
Karen
July 30th, 2003 at 11:05 am
In a message dated 9/26/99 9:24:55 AM Eastern Daylight Time, raggedy@…
writes:
<<
If anyone has any insights or feedback I would appreciate it. Forgot to
mention that I am type II.
Hey Karen,
We all know that stress will raise the bg’s! Soooooo, My advice is to take
some time for you and CHILL out! Put on some music, read a book, Take a WALK!
I have found that the exercise has been the best bg lowerer for me. I
resisted doing any because of the arthritis but I started out slow and now I
increase what ever I do a little at a time. I have never felt better. I have
much more confidence in myself too….I think the mental attitude goes up
each time I accomplish something physical!
NOW if I would only put the cigarettes down!
Keep up the good work with Atkins and remember to take one day at a time. I
hope I don’t sound like I am lecturing :0) I am trying to be encouraging.
Does it sound Encouraging??? LOL!
Christine
August 1st, 2003 at 8:42 pm
Christine, yes your note does definitely sound encouraging. Thank you.
I feel that I am not alone and that always helps. I know that the
exercise will help relieve the stress and my neighbor was nice enough to
give me her old exercise bike so I have no excuse… except that I hate
it. *LOL*
Karen
August 2nd, 2003 at 4:23 pm
In a message dated 9/26/99 10:08:43 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
raggedy@… writes:
<< Thank you.
I feel that I am not alone and that always helps. I know that the
exercise will help relieve the stress and my neighbor was nice enough to
give me her old exercise bike so I have no excuse… except that I hate
it. *LOL*
Karen
I HATED exercise….I always said that getting dressed was more than enough
exercise for me! LOL! But the truth is once I was told it was so important
for my control of Diabetes I started walking. Just a very short distance and
with stops. Then I added swimming…first just walking back and forth and now
I swim laps! I would never get my face wet before. I now get upset with all
this rain because I want to go swimming. Well I could go in the street with
the amount of rainfall the last few days! :0)
Maybe if you start with very small goals you will begin to enjoy reaching
them and then going to bigger goals!
Now for my Finale,
AMEN!
Christine:0)
August 4th, 2003 at 4:45 am
Walking is great esp. when I could see but now i putts which is not as
helpful. I hate the bike riding…I have no bottom so it hurts…my
hubby went and bought mme a lambs wool covering to put over the seat but
still not too comfortable. So I now have a treadmill which can be boring
but works when I work it. I also just walk in place and lift light
weights. That is the easiest. I do think that exercise is good. THe
doc. has seen some improvement in circulation in my feet since I went to
work. Right now I am very upset…took my sugars after a very
respectable evening and was 193 this morning. I just do not get it.
Nothing different even less food and carbos and still crazy this am. I
know that stress does some damage but this is crazy. I guess I’ll do a
little more walking this am. Becki
August 4th, 2003 at 12:12 pm
To All,
Wish you guys were all closer and we could exercise together. Used to be
really good about it, but five years ago I stopped and did not start back.
I now have respiratory problems plus diabetes and really need it. Just
getting over a really bad viral inf and been really sick, but my goal is to
get a exercise program going and I will stick with it. Too bad we can’t all
visit while we are exerecising.
Gail
August 4th, 2003 at 6:55 pm
In a message dated 9/27/99 7:43:01 AM Eastern Daylight Time, becra@…
writes:
< Right now I am very upset…took my sugars after a very
respectable evening and was 193 this morning. I just do not get it.
Nothing different even less food and carbos and still crazy this am. I
know that stress does some damage but this is crazy. I guess I’ll do a
little more walking this am. Becki
I was getting frustrated over 120-130 morning readings and the doc said that
was ok.
But since I have increased my exercise it has been between 110-118. 193 is
high, but if it is an isolated incident maybe it is ok. I am new to this so I
am not sure. And I must say I am Jealous that you have NO BUTT! Do you want
some of mine? Free shipping! LOL!
Christine
August 21st, 2003 at 12:38 pm
I haven’t posted here in a few months, so I’ll introduce myself again
My name is Glenn, I live in Toronto (home of the Maple Leafs) I have been
on insulin since 1987
I take NPH & Humalog I workout at the YMCA at least 4 times a week & feel
great most of the time
I have worked at the same job now for over 5 years & have not told one
person I am diabetic. I test my sugar level 4-6 times a day & never have
had a problem. I don’t want to be labeled a “diabetic” Most of my friends
& family know. My father was diabetic for over 50 years
I was wondering if other people are like me ? I just don’t feel
comfortable telling people
Cheers
Glenn
BTW
Maple Leafs That’s Ice Hockey eh LOL
August 23rd, 2003 at 3:34 am
Glenn.
I guess I am the opposite of you. I really did not want to talk
about the disease in the beginning but now I talk to anyone who will
listen. I did not know that I could be a diabetic because it was not in
my family. I never dreamt that it would attack my body. Then when I do
find it I also find out that it has gone right to my eyes and I was
losing sight. Now I tell everyone to get checked and be a ware that it
could happen to them. I do NOT want anyone else to go through this
living HELL without warning. Also I am afraid that I might have a
reaction and need help. If I did not tell people they might not know I am
in trouble. Also as I have stated before I HATE wearing this silly
braclet but it really is not silly. It might save my life one day. I do
not like to admit I was so dumb not to know about this disease. It is
such a silent killer esp. for type II. Everyone thinks they are
borderline diabetics because they are NOT ON INSULIN. There is no such
thing as borderline. Once a diabetic always a diabetic unless you are
lucky enough to have a transplant (other problems) or can control it with
meds. exercises, diet or anyone of the above. Glenn, I am glad that
family and friends know but you are not always with them. Confide in
someone at work so at least someone might be there if you are in trouble.
Just my own thoughts on the subject. Becki
September 26th, 2003 at 4:38 pm
In a message dated 9/30/99 6:02:26 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
wy236@… writes:
<<
Hello everyone out there in internet-land. This morning I woke up to blood
sugar of 1.8 mmol/l (about 33 mg/dl). I had to ask John to get up and get
me some sugar from the kitchen, because I was afraid to try to get out of
bed! (Although I suspect that my - activities - with John MAY have had
something to do with my low bg!) Anyway, things are back to normal now.
The weather is sunny and cool, John’s gone to work, the cats are basking
in the sun. Now if I could just find work for myself, things would be
great.
Iris
WOW! I wish I could have some “activities”!!!!! Do you get bored staying
home all day……Not working outside the home, I mean?
Glad your bg is better!
Christine
September 30th, 2003 at 2:45 am
In a message dated 10/1/99 1:58:56 AM Eastern Daylight Time,
wy236@… writes:
<<
Yes, I do get bored. I have been thinking of trying to find some volunteer
work so that I’m not at home all day.
Iris
How about the Humane society. I don’t know if that is what you call it in
Canada. It is the Animal shelter. I know how you love your cats. I find I
have to be busy or I can get down.
Christine
September 30th, 2003 at 11:56 pm
SURE DOESN’T SOUND BORING TO ME!!!!
wOw
October 1st, 2003 at 12:13 pm
I tried to get rid of some sugar this morning but couldn’t make
it…fell asleep in the bath!!!!
Jan, how’s your son doing?
Date sent: Fri, 01 Oct 1999 11:30:50 -0500
From: jan hughey <jhughey@…
To: diabetics@onelist.com
Send reply to: diabetics@onelist.com
Subject: Re: [diabetics] Hello
“Darwin’s theory of evolution suggests that first came the baboon
and then man. Politics is proving that it can go either way.”
mariusc@…
Marius Calitz
P.O.Box 7300
Newcastle
2940
KZN
Republic of South Africa
October 1st, 2003 at 6:32 pm
Iris,
you’ve said that any physical activity lowers one’s BG, well I beg to
differ. This morning I’ve helped the wife with the vacuuming of the
carpets….never lowered MY BG.
Anyway the wife said that lifting my feet so that she can vacuum
underneath it is NOT considered as “helping” in her dictionary!!!
Date sent: Fri, 01 Oct 1999 11:30:50 -0500
From: jan hughey <jhughey@…
To: diabetics@onelist.com
Send reply to: diabetics@onelist.com
Subject: Re: [diabetics] Hello
“Darwin’s theory of evolution suggests that first came the baboon
and then man. Politics is proving that it can go either way.”
mariusc@…
Marius Calitz
P.O.Box 7300
Newcastle
2940
KZN
Republic of South Africa
October 6th, 2003 at 4:02 am
In a message dated 10/1/99 12:36:26 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
jhughey@… writes:
<<
SURE DOESN’T SOUND BORING TO ME!!!!
wOw
October 6th, 2003 at 8:52 am
In a message dated 10/1/99 12:56:36 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
mariusc@… writes:
<<
you’ve said that any physical activity lowers one’s BG, well I beg to
differ. This morning I’ve helped the wife with the vacuuming of the
carpets….never lowered MY BG.
Anyway the wife said that lifting my feet so that she can vacuum
underneath it is NOT considered as “helping” in her dictionary!!!
As adorable as you are Marius, I must agree with your wife! When you push the
vacuum around for her is when you will have done your share!
Christine
October 7th, 2003 at 7:11 am
But I DID push the thing outta my way!!!
From: CMAG242@…
Date sent: Fri, 1 Oct 1999 16:46:50 EDT
To: diabetics@onelist.com
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Subject: Re: [diabetics] Hello
“Darwin’s theory of evolution suggests that first came the baboon
and then man. Politics is proving that it can go either way.”
mariusc@…
Marius Calitz
P.O.Box 7300
Newcastle
2940
KZN
Republic of South Africa
October 26th, 2003 at 2:38 am
In a message dated 10/2/99 1:15:06 AM Eastern Daylight Time,
I know there is a library that needs volunteers, I just have to call them,
wy236@… writes:
<<
We have the SPCA, but I could never work there. I would be even more
depressed than I am now, seeing all those kitties and puppies that need
homes and get put to sleep
and I hate and loathe making telephone calls.
Iris
I can see where that would depress you more. Stay away from there! Go make
that phone call!
October 30th, 2003 at 11:05 am
YEAH, my phone number is;
082-6630796 cellphone.
From: CMAG242@…
Date sent: Sat, 2 Oct 1999 06:27:53 EDT
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Fairy tales used to start, “Once upon a time…”
Now they start, “When I am elected…”
mariusc@…
November 4th, 2003 at 2:03 pm
In a message dated 10/2/99 12:30:13 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
mariusc@… writes:
<<
YEAH, my phone number is;
082-6630796 cellphone.
Must we dial #1 before placing the call to you, Sir!
:0) Christine
November 5th, 2003 at 6:41 pm
Please, address me as SIR (ALL uppercase)
and when you type it, you should stand at attention.
ps, my grandfather was knighted as SIR by HM the queen of
England but as she wanted to take a swipe with the sword, it
slipped and cut his head off!!!
From: CMAG242@…
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Subject: Re: [diabetics] Hello
“Darwin’s theory of evolution suggests that first came the baboon
and then man. Politics is proving that it can go either way.”
mariusc@…
Marius Calitz
P.O.Box 7300
Newcastle
2940
KZN
Republic of South Africa
November 14th, 2003 at 5:47 am
Iris, do you have a Diabetes management clinic near you?? We do here in
Texas and they are always looking for volunteers to come and help with
checking in patients and helping with classes like preparing class materials
and so forth. Just a thought. I just think you would fit in and and be such
a asset to a organization like that. Hugs Shelia
November 14th, 2003 at 11:47 pm
That’s just NOT FAIR!!!
Why are all the people here in Newcastle so apathetic?
We had weekly diabetes meetings at the library but after a while
only I attended whenever I could, and believe me, it’s NO fun going
to a meeting and finding that you’re the only one there!!
From: SRicha9391@…
Date sent: Sat, 2 Oct 1999 21:12:31 EDT
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Subject: Re: [diabetics] Hello
“Darwin’s theory of evolution suggests that first came the baboon
and then man. Politics is proving that it can go either way.”
mariusc@…
Marius Calitz
P.O.Box 7300
Newcastle
2940
KZN
Republic of South Africa
November 16th, 2003 at 1:18 pm
Marius, I just have to comment on your relative being beheaded by the
Queen!!! LOL! I truley agree with Christine I laugh at your post. You are a
true delight who needs friends to keep you in line!!! Hugs Shelia :O)
November 18th, 2003 at 3:35 am
The poor chap couldn’t keep his head in a tight situation, did
wonders for his migraine though…
Not to mention his dandruff.
He never had any children, this was a genetic thing ’cause his
parents were also childless. The old man always used to travel,
leaving my gran wearing a chastity belt but that didn’t put the
knights off, they came visiting with can openers.
Sir Marius Calitz.
From: SRicha9391@…
Date sent: Sat, 2 Oct 1999 22:47:50 EDT
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Subject: Re: [diabetics] Hello
“Darwin’s theory of evolution suggests that first came the baboon
and then man. Politics is proving that it can go either way.”
mariusc@…
Marius Calitz
P.O.Box 7300
Newcastle
2940
KZN
Republic of South Africa
November 19th, 2003 at 10:47 am
OK Marius something isn’t right here. If he never had children then where
did you come in the picture? Just a thought!! Shelia ;O)
December 1st, 2003 at 1:45 pm
I wasn’t born, I was ISSUED.
Mr Charles Darwin would know where I come from….just look at
my family tree and see all the monkeys…
From: SRicha9391@…
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Subject: Re: [diabetics] Hello
“Darwin’s theory of evolution suggests that first came the baboon
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Marius Calitz
P.O.Box 7300
Newcastle
2940
KZN
Republic of South Africa
December 21st, 2003 at 12:49 am
Iris, I am sorry you have problems witht he phone. But I know here we have
a organization who puts people in volunteer programs. I think ours is called
“Volunteer Community” All the organizations who need someone to volunteer
can call this place and put them on a list. When someone wants to volunteer
then they give them the list of orgs. that need people. I know that the
Diabetes org and Cancer org and Aids org uses them here. I may help you only
have to make one phone call. You might even check on the internet for your
community and just see. I don’t know if Canada has such a thing but it might
be worth some surfing and maybe if you find something it may lead to a reg
job doing something you believe in and enjoy. Hugs Shelia :O)
December 27th, 2003 at 2:06 am
:o( I am sorry Iris, If I was in Canada I would call them for you. Why are
you so afraid of the phone? I hate the phone also but I have to use it so
much. I have a answer machine and caller id because I do not answer unless I
know who it is. My husband travels and I am alone alot. Hugs Shelia :O)
December 27th, 2003 at 6:56 am
In a message dated 10/5/99 10:03:41 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
wy236@… writes:
<<
I honestly do not know. I used to have caller ID but I gave it back
because I couldn’t afford it. Sometimes John comes over and sits with me
while I make a phone call.
Iris
Iris, did you make the phone call to your DR? Do so when John is there if
needed.you m ust do it though.
I will be leaving to visit my family in NY and I will check my mail from
family and friends computers from time to time. I will miss hearing all the
phaffing and such on a daily basis! To all who are meeting with
Jan……….enjoy and have a group HUG FOR ME!
Everyone stay well and keep on Iris to call her doctor. Jan, you and your son
keep healing!
(((Hugs)))
Christine
December 27th, 2003 at 3:29 pm
From CMAG242@…
YOU have a safe and joyful trip, Christine. Enjoy all the fall colors along
the way. We’ll go to Muncie after our meeting in Indy Saturday to see our
son on Sunday. He had another CTScan today to check on that 4th vertebra
that may need surgery. He said he’ll be there about a month yet. Mom visited
him yesterday. 8^ )
I believe she had her sister drive.
My backologist *put* some bones back into place yesterday and I’ve been
hurting afresh. See him again tomorrow and will get $25 for letting Bayer
diagnostics get some fingerstick blood from me for strip testing. I’ll bleed
for money 8^ )
Jan
March 31st, 2006 at 3:53 am
What’s going on with everyone today? It is Sat. and I suppose those of you
working this is “do everything” day. The day here is beautiful, sunny. Just
can’t seen to get motivated though. Hubby home, and I am sure he would like
to do something, but I just don’t know. Have been really tired again
lately. Sis is here walking my dog for me. Everyone have a good day.
Gail
April 1st, 2006 at 2:04 am
In a message dated 2/5/2000 10:58:31 AM Central Standard Time, gloryb@…
writes:
<< What’s going on with everyone today? It is Sat. and I suppose those of you
working this is “do everything” day. The day here is beautiful, sunny.
Hey the day here is georgous but COLD. Mike comes home today from California
and I am so happy. Jonathan does not have to work today and said he is
sleeping all day! He has such a stressful schedule with school, work and
music. He deserves a day of rest. I may take my nephew to see that movie
called Snow day. You guys have a good day also. Hugs Shelia
April 3rd, 2006 at 7:14 pm
In a message dated 02/05/00 11:58:45 AM Eastern Standard Time, gloryb@…
writes:
<<
What’s going on with everyone today? It is Sat. and I suppose those of you
working this is “do everything” day. The day here is beautiful, sunny.
Hi All,
It is the most beautiful day here. The sun is finally shinning and it is dry
and cool. Still a bit cold for us southerners but I know we will be
complaining about the heat soon. I worked this morning and now it is hurry up
and do the housework time! It really is to beautiful to be inside. I hope
everyone enjoys their day.
Shelia….I hope you and Mike enjoy your time together! :~)
Christine
April 5th, 2006 at 7:46 pm
In a message dated 2/5/2000 2:48:16 PM Central Standard Time, CMAG242@…
writes:
<< Shelia….I hope you and Mike enjoy your time together! :~)
Thanks Christine…we will…. ;O) We are going out to eat and to a movie
I think, right now Mr Mike is asleep in his chair. I guess there is no place
like home!!!…. :O)