Today I give thanks...

...for so many wonderful things.

1.  Frederick Banting:  A Canadian medical scientist, doctor, painter, and Nobel Laureate noted as the first person that used insulin on humans.

2.  Carolyn O'Donnell:  Our pediatrician who took me seriously and recognized the signs of DKA immediately.  I am thankful to her every single day.

4.  UMass Pediatric Endocrinology:  Caitlin's care team.  I'm so thankful to have a great team of doctors, clinical diabetes educators, nutritionists, and support staff just 20 minutes away.

3.  BCBS:  Our health plan which makes it possible for us to afford the thousands of dollars of medications and supplies we use each year to keep Caitlin healthy.

4.  Clara Barton Camp:  Caitlin's diabetes camp where she can spend three blissful weeks in the summer being just like everyone else.

5.  Dave:  A great husband and father who didn't hesitate for a second to jump right in and learn everything he could about caring for Caitlin.  He's 100% involved.

6.  My friends and family who help in every way they can.  From subsidizing Caitlin's summer camp fund (thank you Mom & Cheri), to hosting fundraisers for JDRF at her shop (thank you Wendi), and for allowing me to shake them down every year for our JDRF walk to cure diabetes (thank you everyone).

We didn't know things were easier back then. We didn't know our lives would change drastically in two years.  But if I said it's all been a nightmare  that would be a lie.  Diabetes has brought some wonderful people into our lives and provided some amazing experiences for Caitlin.  I asked her once if she'd take a cure today if they had it and she said no.  She said it's a part of who she is and and she'd be afraid she couldn't go to Clara Barton Camp again.  

We have our rough days.  It's not easy all of the time.  But tell me, does this girl look like she's suffering or feeling sorry for herself?  I think not:)  Happy Thanksgiving everyone.  Count your blessings and be thankful for all you have every single day.

Much Love,
Michelle