The cabin is dark. Beeps and bings fill the room. CAMP. There are some muffled groans. Everyone is sleeping. CAMP. I am once again rummaging through all my crap. I'm having another hypo. I need a juice box. And a granola bar. And my glucometer. Where the hell is everything!?!?! It is early. Really early. … Continue reading CAMP is a Four Letter Word: Part 10
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CAMP is a Four Letter Word: Part 6
I can no longer pretend to riffle through my belongings as a means of staying in the cabin. It is nearing dinner time, and I'm suddenly compelled to venture down to the Main Lodge. And meet my fellow campers. And knowing myself, I have to strike while the iron is hot. I have no idea … Continue reading CAMP is a Four Letter Word: Part 6
CAMP is a Four Letter Word: Part 5
The road is narrow. Full of twists and turns. And notifications from my GPS that I've gone off the charted route. What a freaking metaphor for LIFE! I come to a spot described in the directions, but can't remember if I am supposed to continue down the road or not. I pull over and double … Continue reading CAMP is a Four Letter Word: Part 5
CAMP is a Four Letter Word: Part 4
Should I stay or should I go? CAMP. Am I truly ready for an adventure like this? CAMP. The car is packed. I am dreadful and unsure. My anxiety is HIGH. So high. I'm shaking...or is my glucose low? I test, and realize it's a bit of both. But that buys me time... My husband … Continue reading CAMP is a Four Letter Word: Part 4
CAMP is a Four Letter Word: Part 3
Packing sucks. Especially for CAMP. It sucks more when you are a Type 1 Diabetic. Going to CAMP. And it sucks even more, if you are packing to go north. Gah, so many layers needed... You'd think I was going away for a week. I packed double what I need, and 5 pairs of shoes. … Continue reading CAMP is a Four Letter Word: Part 3
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