[poodlebone]

I never used to tell anyone either. I don't know if it was because I was ashamed, but more that I thought the other people would react badly and treat me differently. Now I have a pump, and it's usually visible. If anyone asks, I'll tell them what it is but I don't whip it out and start telling anyone why I have it. I only tell new people if it comes up.

I think the best thing to do would just leave your supplies, maybe just your meter and a pen, out where they can see it. You don't have to test around them and you don't even have to be near it. If there's a common area, just leave it out for a bit. Who knows, they may not even notice it!