This is great, a variety of experiences. What about now, what are your thoughts of having diabetes? Is it something that you feel is just part of life or do you get angry/depressed over it?
Myself, day to day, I take my tablets and it means nothing to me. I have a "wobble" from time to time which can result in not being very reliable with my medication, but then the effects of not taking the meds soon put me back on them.
My son has Cystic Fibrosis and was diagnosed at 5 months old. He will have to take his medication and have physio therapy for the rest of his life. When i look at his situation, and then at mine, I realise how lucky that I am. Unless there are improvements or even a cure, he is not expected to see much of adulthood. If I could swapplaces with him, I would do it right now. I love him so much. Sorry off topic.
I think you know what I am saying though.