Type 1 On Campus

It’s finals week. I’ve completed all of my assignments, studied the materials over and over again, quizzed myself with flashcards, and prepared for hours on end. Now it’s time to walk through the doors, take a seat, and start on the big test. I’m more than prepared; however, my blood sugar is not. I get…

BEEP. BEEP. BEEP. Wake up, Lainee. It’s time to go to school. Except it’s still dark out. The sun isn’t coming in through the window, hitting me directly in the face, blinding me. What time is it? Joke’s on me. It’s an hour before my alarm goes off. The “alarm” is actually my CGM telling…

Going into college as a freshman is scary. New people, new teachers, new classes, etc. Everything is new and guidance is extremely necessary. Students need help finding classrooms, moving into dorms, and leaving home – not to mention everything else they may need help with.    Starting college was a little bit different for me than it would be…