Question #9 (the last one): If you could predict the future, how do you think you will do with diabetes? If the response is positive, add: How can you make this happen? If the response is negative, add: How can you avoid this?
I am very confident that I am going to do very well. I plan to live to be at least 85 years old and I have no idea what will take me, but I don’t think it will be diabetes-related. I do have worries about being in a nursing home, because I don’t want anyone “taking care” of me, but maybe I’ll just have to work hard and make sure I own the nursing home, and then I’ll be the boss .
I can make this happen by continuing to work with providers who give me great information and direction when I need it; by staying positive and focused and motivated (at least most of the time); by staying connected with people who understand me and make me laugh; by being in charge of my life and my health and making my own choices every day. In addition, I can make this happen by maintaining balance in my life – between family, work, health, and enjoyment. And by taking advantage of quiet moments. And by remembering to enjoy “everything in moderation”…even moderation!
That’s my story. At least for now.
What scares me the most, If when I get old & possible become “forgetful” Who in Gods name is going to give me my Insulin??? Scaaaarrrrry 