Category Archives: Health

I love my insulin pump! I always refer to it as the Cadillac of insulin pumps. About five years ago I made the decision that it would be better for my health to start using an insulin pump. I have … Continue reading →

March 26th was the last time I mentioned something about my cracked ribs and I wanted to post a happy update. They have been feeling pretty good lately. So much in fact I kinda forgot they were ever hurt. Unfortunately … Continue reading →

In January when we answered phones at the Kare11 news phone bank they did a special on a three year old little girl named Grace waiting for a heart transplant. Today I had the pleasure of meeting her! She is … Continue reading →

I will never forget the first time I coughed up blood. I was about nineteen years old. That was back when I was figure skating. As a matter of fact it happened while I was skating. It was the year … Continue reading →

Another thing that has to be in check while waiting for transplant are my blood sugars. If my blood sugars are high I am more prone to get an infection. If I get an infection my blood sugars are going … Continue reading →

When I went through the process almost two years ago for transplant consideration it was quite an ordeal. One of the most stressful moments in my life that I have ever experienced. I remember waiting to hear if I was … Continue reading →

Just went for an hour bike ride! Don’t forget my bike is electric (no leg work needed). And it was AWESOME! I went on bridges I never knew existed before! We took a bike trail to one of the lakes, … Continue reading →

Yesterday I had a quick doctors appointment. I needed to get a shot. When you’re on the transplant list, vaccines need to be up-to-date. One of the required vaccines is hepatitis B. It is a six-month series of shots. After … Continue reading →