Okay, just a few ramblings for a Friday...
1. It's no secret that I'm working my butt off to get my diabetes under better control. I've lowered my A1c to 6.4 and I workout every day. But darn it if I go to bed last night, with a 150 BG, and I wake up with a 233. Why?!? I didn't snack. UGH!
2. Why is it when you're in a hurry to get home, and while trying to be a very responsible, patient driver, someone lets out all the freakin' idiots on the road?
Note to the Georgia driver I almost ran off the road: The posted speed limit was 55, not 35, and you were driving in the fast lane with very little traffic. Sorry to pull the James Bond-like manuever on you, but you deserved it. :D
3. This is for all the teachers out there who believe dumping a ton of useless, God-forbidden homework on students, just before summer break, is the right thing to do. Studies have shown that returning students only retain approximately 25 percent of what they learned during the previous school year. It doesn't take a genius to understand that piling on the homework, before summer break, is wrong.
4. One final note: Ladies and gentlemen, if you're at a restaurant and you see a guy taking a little device, poking his finger, and putting a drop a blood on another device, try not to look shocked. It's 2009 and 98 percent of the world's population has heard of diabetes at one point in the lives. Please don't freak out. In fact, it's okay to engage and ask questions. As my friends can testify, I'm really a nice guy.
Okay, enough rambling. So, in the immortal words of Porky Pig, "That's all folks!" Have a great weekend!
Mark
Friday, May 08, 2009
Monday, May 04, 2009
Accident
Accidents are bound to happen. Especially if you drive 50+ miles roundtrip every day. Last Thursday was my turn.
First of all, this is my third vehicle that I've been fond of, but the first where I could carry our entire family without worrying about safety.
I was the lead in a 3-car bash. Not fun. The kind gentlemen, who caused the melee, totaled his car. The poor woman, in the middle of it all, received severe damage to both front and back of her car. My car? The bumper? Gone. The swing door? Gone. Spare tire? Gone.
Thankfully, everyone involved was very kind and patient. I was particularly blessed by both the Fulton County Police officer, who was already on-scene with another accident, and the Georgia State Police officer who showed awesome professionalism throughout the ordeal.
Now comes the hard part: the repair work... Ugh!
First of all, this is my third vehicle that I've been fond of, but the first where I could carry our entire family without worrying about safety.
I was the lead in a 3-car bash. Not fun. The kind gentlemen, who caused the melee, totaled his car. The poor woman, in the middle of it all, received severe damage to both front and back of her car. My car? The bumper? Gone. The swing door? Gone. Spare tire? Gone.
Thankfully, everyone involved was very kind and patient. I was particularly blessed by both the Fulton County Police officer, who was already on-scene with another accident, and the Georgia State Police officer who showed awesome professionalism throughout the ordeal.
Now comes the hard part: the repair work... Ugh!
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
2009 Roswell Criterium
On Sunday, April 26th, I and our boys went to the 2009 Roswell Criterium in the city of Roswell, Georgia. For those of you new to cycling, a criterium is a road race which takes place in a small amount of space, e.g. town square.
My intent for going was twofold: 1. For our sons to experience a bike race and 2. To hopefully bump into members of the pro cycling team, Team Type 1. This pro cycling and triathlon team, is comprised of members who live with insulin-dependent diabetes [type 1s & 2s].
The weather was beautiful, but slightly warm. We parked at the city of Roswell government building and walked over. During our walk, we witnessed the boys 16-18 year-olds racing. Man, those kids were fast! It was truly amazing what they could do.
Seeing as lunch time was approaching, we ate at our friends' restaurant, The Fickle Pickle. The food was awesome, especially for two boys who were starving at the time. :) We sat right in front of the Start/Finish line and watched the cyclists go by. Every time the announcer mentioned the sprint, on the last lap, both boys jumped from the table to the fence to see the finish. Very, very cool.
We stayed almost 4 hours, but due to a prior diabetes-related engagement, we left before Team Type 1 showed. :( Oh, well. We'll try to see them in the near future. All in all, we had a great time and developed a deeper appreciation for the riders. Both boys now want become bike racers some day... We'll see.
Have a great day!
Mark
My intent for going was twofold: 1. For our sons to experience a bike race and 2. To hopefully bump into members of the pro cycling team, Team Type 1. This pro cycling and triathlon team, is comprised of members who live with insulin-dependent diabetes [type 1s & 2s].
The weather was beautiful, but slightly warm. We parked at the city of Roswell government building and walked over. During our walk, we witnessed the boys 16-18 year-olds racing. Man, those kids were fast! It was truly amazing what they could do.
Seeing as lunch time was approaching, we ate at our friends' restaurant, The Fickle Pickle. The food was awesome, especially for two boys who were starving at the time. :) We sat right in front of the Start/Finish line and watched the cyclists go by. Every time the announcer mentioned the sprint, on the last lap, both boys jumped from the table to the fence to see the finish. Very, very cool.
We stayed almost 4 hours, but due to a prior diabetes-related engagement, we left before Team Type 1 showed. :( Oh, well. We'll try to see them in the near future. All in all, we had a great time and developed a deeper appreciation for the riders. Both boys now want become bike racers some day... We'll see.
Have a great day!
Mark
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
It's a Beautiful Day
Mondays are never good. I spent my weekend having a blast [especially at one little boy's b-day party :)] albeit seasonal allergy complications with our oldest son. However, we still managed to enjoy a beautiful weekend.
Mondays can suck the "fun" right out of me. I want to be outside having fun: playing with our boys, riding my new bike, etc, etc. But alas, I'm updating projects, tuning systems, creating documentation, and (sigh) attending meetings.
All workdays must, and I do mean must, come to an end. As soon as I get home, I embrace my family, strip off the business clothes, and change in to my "fun" clothes for an hour of non-stop playing. I even got to ride my new bike for a little while. It was truly awesome!
It was a beautiful day...
Mondays can suck the "fun" right out of me. I want to be outside having fun: playing with our boys, riding my new bike, etc, etc. But alas, I'm updating projects, tuning systems, creating documentation, and (sigh) attending meetings.
All workdays must, and I do mean must, come to an end. As soon as I get home, I embrace my family, strip off the business clothes, and change in to my "fun" clothes for an hour of non-stop playing. I even got to ride my new bike for a little while. It was truly awesome!
It was a beautiful day...
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Thoughts on my 40th
Today, I was born 40 years ago and as I reflect on my life, I know that I am a truly blessed man.
If someone were to have said to me--back when I was a sarcastic teenager--that my life would one day be filled with special people, filled with love and joy, I probably would've scoffed. If someone were to have said that surviving through the trials and tribulations, I would be a much better, stronger person, I would've laughed.
But here I am, on this my 40th birthday, with more optimism and motivation than ever before in my life:
- I am married to the woman of my dreams; my best friend and forever love
- I am blessed with the two most adventurous, loving boys
- I am surrounded with lots of loving family and friends
- I have experienced the triumphs and challenges of managing a disease [32+ years with diabetes] with hope for a cure
- I gave my life to God, through His Son, who watches over me and our family everyday. His love endures forever
God willing, I am hopeful to see another 40 years and witness a great future. There is hope today for a better tomorrow.
God's love to you all,
Mark
If someone were to have said to me--back when I was a sarcastic teenager--that my life would one day be filled with special people, filled with love and joy, I probably would've scoffed. If someone were to have said that surviving through the trials and tribulations, I would be a much better, stronger person, I would've laughed.
But here I am, on this my 40th birthday, with more optimism and motivation than ever before in my life:
- I am married to the woman of my dreams; my best friend and forever love
- I am blessed with the two most adventurous, loving boys
- I am surrounded with lots of loving family and friends
- I have experienced the triumphs and challenges of managing a disease [32+ years with diabetes] with hope for a cure
- I gave my life to God, through His Son, who watches over me and our family everyday. His love endures forever
God willing, I am hopeful to see another 40 years and witness a great future. There is hope today for a better tomorrow.
God's love to you all,
Mark
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