As I talked about in yesterday’s post I had a lot go on within a few days and there was so much to blog about, but as you know from reading my blog, I don’t like writing long blog posts, so I’ve decided to break it up into several of them. Today’s post I want to talk about Diabetes First Responders. I do not mean in the sense of an emergency or medical team, but in the DOC.
For example, the other night when I first tweeted about my Medtronic insulin pump issue, the first responder that night was Jen, @jenloves2travel. It was then followed up by Stacey, @StaceyDivone. It is so comforting to know that when you tweet something, you are going to have somebody there for you almost instantly. Another first responder that I can pretty much count on is Mike Hoskins. If you look at my comments on my blog, Mike’s name is usually the first one there, and I’ve noticed this on other blogs as well. Don’t worry, I’m not saying these are the only people I appreciate, don’t get upset DOC, ha. I’m sure you all understand what I am talking about and all have multiple stories about the same instances.
I have thanked the DOC so many times, and I will continue to thank you all. I was very freaked out knowing that my only source of insulin was not working, and you were all there to help out with advice on what to do and let me know that some others have gone through this before and it will be ok.
*Quick update, I did receive my new pump. I will post more about that tomorrow*
Have a great night everyone. Happy #dsma, can’t make it tonight.
So happy we could help! Where would we be without each other? That’s what the DOC is all about. You’re a great inspiration to so many PWDs. Keep blogging and tweeting! We’ll continue to be here for support, great conversation, and some laughs!
Thanks so much Chris for the shout out! I have to agree that there are so many people to be thankful for … I went so long without a community like this that I feel such a strong desire to be there for other people. It makes me feel so good to be part of it. And I’m so glad you got your pump replaced! Having something go wrong with our portable pancreases’ is a very scary thing!
It is so nice to know we can always get an answer quickly from the best experts! The DOC is really awesome.
Thanks for the shout out, Chris. Glad to offer some thoughts, for whatever it may be worth. That its the great thing about the DOC and everyone in it – so many are there at any time whenever we might need help. I couldn’t be more grateful for everyone, and glad too that MM worked out and got you that new refurbished pump!