Hello again.
Thanks for the warm welcome to the forum. Its much appreciated!
I guess I can tell a little more about myself since you guys asked. Um, Well, I am Rebecca (Bex for short) and I live in GA with my husband and two daughters (5 & 3 and so far they are non-diabetics.) I have an aunt that became a diabetic when she was 13, but most of the other family members have found out much later in life.
I already have lost quite a bit of vision in both eyes, and at 24 1/2 I can't drive at night. I am in constant pain from some sort of muscular atrophy? I have had x-rays and such, but they cannot seems to pin-point a reason for this hip pain that I have had for over 2 years. My arms and legs tingle constantly and feel like they have bugs crawling on them. I am in desperate need of advice on how to cope with the daily stress of diabetes and I would like to make baby steps on the road to healthier living. I know... I have had this for 15 years and should know better, but as a juvenile, I thought I was invincible. (Like most teens I suppose.) It has only been recently that I have come to the realization that I am going to die or lose my arms or legs to this disease if I don't do something. I have two wonderful daughters that need me and I can't fail them. So everyone, feel free to share any thoughts or tips with me. I am here to listen and get on with life.... you know... really start living again. Thanks!