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    About Me

    I have three children, 2 grown, 1 teenager (they are as much fun as I remember). 4 grandchildren, ages 3, 2, 1 and 9 months. I have been married 31 years and still like him. I have 1 dogs and 1 cat. My mut has been a good friend for 9 years.

    Interests

    Sewing, reading, knitting(just started), crocheting,

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    • Still confused

      Mood July 8, 2008 10:32am

      Doctor says my fasting number is still a little high. He added a meformin mid-day. Hasn't helped.  My cholesterol was border-line so he …
    • sick of it

      Mood July 3, 2008 11:19am

      Still trying to stay positive.  I have been having a lot of muscle pain for about 3 months.  I did not do this while on celexa. My brother …
    • Journal Entry for November 24, 2007

      Mood November 24, 2007 5:53pm

      I just spent a wonderful week with my 3 kids, 2 in-laws and 4 grandkids. The grandkids are age 2, 1 1/2, 5 months and 3 months. What a treat. Also I …
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    • Journal Entry for October 31, 2007

      Mood October 31, 2007 1:14pm

      I found support and information on this site that has made my day. Thanks to all.

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    • I’m With You

      From strugglingwithlife June 15

      Thanks for your hug....I (often) feel sorry for myself!...I am trying to make an effort with my eating and getting moving (done two x 5 minute sessions on my new 'cycle' tonight}...its v. hard but until I get some weight off I dont think I'm going to get any help from health professionals with my arthritis....Love M xx

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      From strugglingwithlife June 14

      How're you doing? Here are some flowers to brighten your weekend...Love M xx

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      From cavlady February 26

      hope all is well with you

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      From angeladdict February 21

      Thinking of you. love, vickie

    • High Five

      From strugglingwithlife January 15

      Well done...A high five for the Big 50! Love M xx

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  • Support Groups

    • Close Diabetes Type 2

      I am the 14th of 15 siblings and I am the 5th to be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. My father also had it. I am 49 years old and found out on my birthday in January. I get depressed about it, but am trying hard. I have lost 20 pounds and am usually under control.

      Treatments

      Metformin Working / Worked
      Along with changing my diet, my doctor thinks it is working well.
    • Close High Cholesterol

      I try to eat right, but have high cholesterol and diabetes in my family and in me.

      Treatments

      Aspirin Working / Worked
      Flax Too Soon to Tell
      Lipitor Working / Worked
      Lower my numbers but I couldn't stand the muscle aches
      Zocor Not Working
      I am just afraid of statins
    • Open Hysterectomy

      Had a hysterectomy at 38 years old. endometriosis and a chocolate cyst. I let it go too long and caused more trouble

      Treatments

      Estradiol Somewhat Helpful
      It got me through the adjustment in the beginning. I discontinued after about 5 years
    • Open Dementia

      My mother is 89, has dementia. My siblings are not in agreement as to what would be best for her.

      Treatments

      Zoloft Working / Worked
      It seems to keep her from getting depressed
    • Open Parenting Teenagers (12-18)

      I have 3 children. They are 29,27 and 17. I forgot how stressful teens could be. I love him and he is my baby but the mouth on that kid!

      Treatments

      Patience Working / Worked
      When I can keep my cool.
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