On January 22, 2012 I wrote the following on my facebook wall...

"Hi, I am a recently diagnosed Type1 diabetic who takes 4 shots of insulin and 2 pills a day to keep my blood sugar under control. Hopefully someday that will change, but for now it is what it is. I have changed my diet to eat more balanced and lower carb meals. My goals are simple... Through meds, diet and exercise to maintain lower BG levels. I will be an advocate for people with diabetes and I will raise money and awareness for diabetes research. I will try to be a positive example for others who suffer from this disease and I will be thankful for my relative good health despite my diabetes. In the hospital or at the Dr's and Diabetes Center I have encountered many who suffer far more than I and I am thankful to God for the opportunity to try and make a difference. If you like me, think of me and if you love me say an occasional prayer for me. ~Peace"

A year and a half later and my HbA1c is down to a 5.9, I take no pills, I'm in great shape, I was the 4th highest fundraiser for the Tour de Cure bicycle event, I talk to anyone and everyone who has a question about diabetes and as always I thank God for my good health! So far so good!!!

~Mark

Mark
Pittsburgh, PA