Take That, Coronavirus! Over a Dozen Immune System Boosting Tips

So, another Coronavirus inspired post. How is everybody doing? Never would I have imagined that everyone’s lives would be at such a worldwide standstill. Shortly after I posted this article, I received confirmation that both a friend’s wedding and my Eastern press trip are postponed. […]

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A Post of Gratitude

I’m much overdue for a gratitude post. November came and went and as I noticed the date a few days ago, December 2nd, I felt incredibly happy and blessed to be alive. More than usual. You see, on this day 25 years ago, I was […]

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Sugar Free and Gluten Free Baking with Sans Sucre!

Since needing to go gluten-free in 2009, it has thankfully become so much easier. Long gone are the days that most wait staff’s look at me awkwardly when I ask if something is gluten-free, or jumping for joy when I find something labeled that its […]

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Travel Like a Pro with Nature Made® Daily Diabetes Health Pack!

(This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #NatureMadeHealthPack #CollectiveBias Please note, this blog does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with your healthcare practitioner.)   This week marks the beginning of easily […]

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Current State of Mind: Happy.

“Well, Judge Sotomayor didn’t get where she is being disabled.” This is what a so-called “top” Endocrinologist, specializing in treating Type 1 Diabetics exclusively, like myself, said to me back in 2012. His ignorant comment made me feel horrible, like I shouldn’t ask for help, […]

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Letting Go.

And I can almost out run you and those stalking memories did I somehow become you without realizing found a little patch of heaven now so then I’m gonna turn oysters in the sand Above, is the chorus from one of my favorite new songs […]

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Cheat Clean with Quest Protein Bars! #CheatClean

If you follow me on Twitter, you might have noticed some pictures recently of my enjoying a morning Quest protein bar. While I try not to live on protein & snack bars, I usually always have some in my bag at the ready if I […]

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The Yoplait Greek 100 Taste Off!

(*Disclosure: Thanks to Yoplait & Linqia for sponsoring today’s discussion! All opinions are my own.) Michael & I love yogurt, but sometimes the amount of carbs in this creamy treat can turn us off. With Mike needing more protein in his diet post-workouts & my always […]

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Everybody gets high, Everybody gets low….

Boo. I had a great dinner (GF spicy shrimp from Pei Wei…mmmm!) yet now I feel thirsty, out of breath, bloated, fatigued, lethargic, a little nauseous. Sure enough, I am 380. If you’re thinking, she couldn’t be that old! I am not talking about age, but […]

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Diabetes and MUSIC!

I am so thrilled to be guest posting again today, this time for Sondra over at Happy Healthy Hip Parenting! Her page is all about not letting parenthood slow you down…and, despite I am not yet a parent, she was inspired at how active I […]

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Mother’s Day Sunday!

I have been debating this post. Should I really get all gushy & emotional to tell you about my best friend, who is also my Mom? Especially since I know alot of my friends do not have the best relationship with their own? My conclusion is…yes. […]

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So, whats for Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner?!

I have really gotten more into blogging & commiting to it thanks to my great friend & fellow Blogger, Jamie Gall, over at http://www.mngirlinla.com/ while with her over the weekend, she recommended I write a post devoted to just what exactly I do like to eat […]

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