[LyssaJ]

Mike, thank you for responding. Reckon I should have put some more specific stuff in my first post, but you did a good counter-point/suggestions for me to continue from.

His mom gave me diabetic cookbooks when I married him...thing is, he doesn't like the food/recipes.

I asked about attending his latest venture...his OmniPod training...he was not enthusiastic about me being there (or to any of his other appointments I've inquired about attending) so much that I gathered he *didn't* want me there. So what if I ask "dumb" questions, you know?

As to how often he tests...uh...before meals and whenever he feels "off." I think his meter (that's with the Pod stuff) tracks/logs results...not that I have the first clue how to access any of that information.

I have no idea about his A1c's...the last time I was in the loop was when I was (we were) stationed in Germany (he was with me, it was when we were early in our marriage.)

"Pay attention to his diet..." That's a sad sort of funny...considering he still drinks the Mt. Dew and Coke for "snacks." When I discussed my frustration regarding the pump with my mum, she said that he'd gain new "freedom" but also would have to be more responsible for what he eats/drinks. I'm still waiting for that "responsible" thing to start.

I'm hoping to find other S.O.s who've been in my situation and can guide me in how *not to* be all up in his face about it. At this point, I've opted for essentially throwing my hands up in the air and saying "it's all you" when he's high/low/pod placement, whatever.

I don't want to be a nag (I detest nagging.) His mum, of all people, said I should use tears...I was like, wt*?! I told her if *I* am crying, then you better believe he'll be cryin' too...'cause I don't play the manipulation game.

He values knowledge, so I'm hoping to gain some here.

Thank you again!

P.S. You mentioned "other meds"...he's on four or five...most of which I'm not sure of. I know one his for high cholesterol...I think another is for high blood pressure...oh, and then there's the anti-depressant (a not-fun med, especially if he forgets a dose)...I forget the other one/two