New to the forum

[ang]

Hi all,

Just found this forum today (slow day at work) and thought I would join. Since I'm going to be starting on a pump soon ... hopefully ... the more people you know in the "biz" the better, right? I've had type 1 diabetes for 19 years now and am currently on 4 shots a day of Humalog and NPH. So far no complications and I'd say I'm in reasonably good health, could benefit from losing a few pounds though! I've only just recently become more involved with type 1 diabetes and diabetics.

I've lived in Manitoba all my life, and since I just bought a house here last summer, I imagine I'll be here a few more years. But who knows for sure right?! After reading some of the other "Introductions and Announcements" posts its nice to "meet" you!

[Dewey]

Hi Ang,

Nice to "meet" you, too! :thumbsup: Glad you joined into our family, and you'll certainly find many friendly folks on board! It's awesome that you'll be going on pump therapy. If ever you have any questions, feel free to ask (in our Pumping Insulin forum), as I'm sure that one (or more) of us will be able to assist you. Welcome and happy posting! :)

Sincerely,
Dew :D

[Barb]

ang Hello I just joined yesterday my self...looked at many forums but this one looked the best...people are so friendly here and so helpful.I know I have found a good home here I am sure you will feel the same :D

[buzzborne]

Welcome to a great place, and glad that you decided to join :)

As Dewey said feel free to post any questions you have about the pump (or anything else!) as it most definitely be answered!!

See ya around! :)

[nantomsuethom]

Welcome to the forums Ang. :)

Good luck in getting your pump. My son is a pumper and loves it.

[MegaGirl42]

Hello and welcome Ang,

Im glad to see you joined this fourm. This is a phenomenal place. There are tons of wonderful people here and were all happy to see new people join our "family". Im sure you will find many people who have been through some similar things you have been through. So, ask questions about anything and Im sure someone can give you some type of responce. The people here are very helpful and supportive. We like to listen to what other people are going through and whats on their minds. I hope to see you around and always take care of yourself!!

Oh....and its great to that you will be starting on a pump soon. Their are many people who are on one and Im sure they will be able to help you and answer your questions about pumping.

Good luck and have fun here. :thumbsup:

[Belinda]

Welcome to the "sweetest" place on the web...that is beside the fact that we all try to keep our numbers in control. There is a wonderful support system here and I am sure you will find lots of friendly advice to any question you have. Once again Welcome

[am1977]

Welcome :)

I'm glad you found us, and hopefully you'll want to stick around. ;)

I'm also Type 1, on a MM 511 pump, so if you have any questions about pumping feel free to PM anytime. Actually, I may not be the person to ask about pumping if you want to hear postive things. Let me explain...I have a complicated relationship with the pump. When it is working as it should, i love it, but then when it isn't...well I don't love it so much :p . I'd still be happy to give you any feedback I can.

I think it's great that you are doing so well after having diabetes for a decent amount of time. It sounds like you are doing a very good job taking care of yourself and that's an excellent accomplishmet :thumbsup:. As for losing weight...well, join the club ;). I think it's something that we just have to keep working at, it takes a lot of patience and time...so don't give up. :)

Hope to see you around ;)

[HeatherP]

It's nice to meet you ANG, I hope you'll visit often and make some new friends!


Welcome,
HeatherP

[gettingby]

Hi Ang and Welcome. You have found, IMHO, the best diabetes group around.
Just a few short rules: Tony is the all-knowing leader of this pack, Shy is the Goddess of the Universe, RZR is always right (whatever !!), and lg is a perfect angel.

[KickStart101]

Welcome To You ANG: I am also glad you found us. :) That is
Terrific that you have no complications yet. Good Job. I wish you
Much Success with your "soon" pump. As you know, there are lots of
folks here to answer your pump questions. Do you know which one
you will be getting?
Congrats on the purchase of your new home. I do hope you are
enjoying it. I know it's alot of leg and paperwork, not to mention
many decisions. But it's all worth it in the end.
Best of Luck and post often. ;)

[mg_2204]

Hello Ang and welcome to this wonderful place! Support is amazing here.

Take good care now,

[zookeeper671]

Welcome, Ang :)

Nice to "meet" you, too! This place is filled with very accepting, shiny, happy people. :D

Like your nick, too. Most of my friends, family, call me "Ang" also. lol (Name is Angela.)

T1 since Oct. 2003, on MDI.