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- Type of diabetes
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Yes you can be spontaneous. I am often spontaneous and hate planning.
Remembering to take my diabetes kit with me is as much habit as taking a credit card so I don't see why T1 should stop spontaneity.
I believe your recent experience was due to being new to diabetes. Over time, I am sure the "Test*****, spectacles, wallet and watch" check as you leave the house will include diabetes kit ... although I am not sure how to make it rhyme.
This is one of the myths of diabetes that really gets my goat - I manage my diabetes; it does not control me. Diabetes does not stop me doing what I want when I want* ... especially not staying out a bit longer than I intended.
(Sorry, rant over!)
*The exception could be driving when my BG is too low but in 16 years, that has affected me once.
I carry all I need for basic "running repairs" in an under bed box, stowed under the back seat of my van. Voltage meter, coolant system pipes repair tape. Socket set.. You name it. It's there. (Including a fold down shovel for snow, a device I fashioned to bypass the imobilizer & a 12v powered air compressor..)
I have breakdown cover too. Never used it. But if it all wasn't there? You can bet yer last unit of insulin, it will be needed...
My trusty old van has been everywhere.. (All over Europe.) But it's also had a regular service. (& got us home.)
Of course, where diabetes is concerned. It don't stop you following what you wish... Just be mindful to throw the tools in your pocket or bag..
"Testicles, spectacles" thing is more a superstitious ritual in "crossing" one's self when there is nothing else to back you up...
Nice to see you back on the forum, by the way...