advertisement

September 5th, 2008
Category:
Type 1Type 2Oral MedsInsulin & Pumps
ChildrenFoodHighs & LowsRelationships
ComplicationsEmotionsIn the NewsFitness
Women's IssuesMen's IssuesReal Life


Things seem to be coming together lately so I don't have much to complain about. Dad is off and running on his type 2 meds, I have successfully finished my first round of interviews for the job I'm applying for, and all is well for the most part on the diabetes front.

My dad started his Metformin and things are coming together pretty nicely. He is taking his daily dosage and eating better and exercising regularly. He has even enjoyed having a couple extra pounds fall off due to his new lifestyle.

Friday I had my first (phone) interview with the company I applied with. I thought it went very well and I enjoyed speaking with them. I am told the second round of the interview process will take place sometime this week. If all goes well the last step will be to make a visit to New York City for an interview in person. I believe that will take place sometime in March so I am anxious and looking forward to getting things rolling.

And finally, I recently returned to experimenting again with my Lantus dose. A while back I wrote an article about how I was going to be reducing my total amount. I was originally on 18 units and then I switched to 15. Well, after a variety of poor results I am now back up to 16 units of Lantus for the day, but with one major difference. For the first time in my life I am splitting up the dose. Yesterday I tried 15 units, I split it up but I had a few highs still. So today I am trying 8 units in the morning (10 a.m.) and 8 at night (10 p.m.). Overall I think this will be a better solution instead of taking one big dose and having all the Lantus at one time. I will let you know how it works out.

Thanks for reading today and please know that you're welcome to comment below. All the best with you and your loved ones. -Andy



Login to rate
Rating (0):
1
2
3
4
5
Email this Comments (0) :: Add a comment

Would you like to comment?

Join dlife for a free account, or Login if you are already a member.

advertisement
Andy Bell
Andy Bell has lived with diabetes since the age of 14. He controls his type 1 diabetes by taking multiple daily injections. Andy is 27 years old now and despite his diabetes, still maintains a very active lifestyle. Andy works for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) in the National Outreach Department.(Read More)

Latest Posts: Thanks Pretty Dietitian Lady! | Plain ol' Plane Ride and Hairy O'Hare | (singing voice) Start Spreading The News...

Nicole Purcell
Nicole has lived successfully with type 1 diabetes for 25 years. She hopes that by writing about her experiences, she can help others to face diabetes - and its challenges - head on.(Read More)

Latest Posts: How does it happen? | Comrades | Connecting the Dots...

Our Other Bloggers: Lindsey Guerin, Michelle Kowalski, Carey Potash, Rebecca Abma, Julia, Kim Doty, George Simmons, Kerri Morrone, Scott Marvel
  1. Almost Better than Sex Cake
  2. Caribbean Chicken
  3. Oatmeal Raisin Cookies with Applesauce
  4. Cauliflower "Mac and Cheese"
  5. Angelic Deviled Eggs