Tag Archives: New Year

New Year, New Introduction

Posted on January 3, 2016 by janekdickinson

Welcome to my 2016 blog! Although this is my sixth year of blogging, I wanted to introduce myself to those of you who don’t know me (or need a reminder). I am Jane. I am a nurse and diabetes educator, … Continue reading →

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10 Reasons to Start Fresh in 2015

Posted on January 1, 2015 by janekdickinson

Many New Year posts are about resolutions, full of enthusiasm and excitement for making changes, blah blah blah. But sometimes a new year can bring feelings of “here we go again” or “why bother” or ” ugh.” Maybe we didn’t reach our goals … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year, Diabetes!

Posted on January 1, 2014 by janekdickinson

Well, I certainly fell off my “limited carb” wagon this past week! And the great thing is that it’s ok. I know I can get back to my new(ish) habits, push past resistance, and start fresh today for the new … Continue reading →

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Butterflies and Blood Sugars

Posted on December 11, 2013 by janekdickinson

I had no idea what to write about today, when I looked up and saw a butterfly (it’s the photo on this month’s calendar page). Butterflies represent many different things to many different people and cultures. I started thinking about … Continue reading →

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