Thanks for all the replies. :thumbup:
I have thrown in the towel and ordered the A1c tester. It will give me a ball park figure and each subsequent test with it will show me whether I am going up or down, which is as accurate an indicator as I need at this time.
I justified the expense by working out how much I am saving on chocolate and stuff now :lol:
As my nurse says, I am only a little bit diabetic :lol: :lol: :lol:
Just want to make sure I stay that way.