Stacey! I am so sorry to hear all that you have been through! How wonderful a support system you have. I hope you are feeling much better.

Ugh - yes that's an important detail, but certainly not one we look for on any kind of regular basis (or irregular for that matter). :)

I may be in the minority, but I stay. I try to blend into the background as much as possible, but even at the age of 8, I think it's too much to ask another parent to be responsible for and I just want Caleb to have fun and not worry about D. Fun cake/cupcakes!

Looks beautiful and tasty! Thanks for the book reminder! What a perfect fit!

Agree, agree, agree Stacey. Nope, we're not perfect either. But it does seem like a battle. I like how you put it - "when did food become entertainment?" Indeed. I do my best to encourage good food choices for my kids. I explain why it's important for their health. I also reward them when they make good choices, particularly at a restaurant. They are not reprimanded if they make other choices, but we do make a point of celebrating the good ones. I also make sure we fit in the treats here and there too, in a balanced fashion. And thank you Jamie Oliver for being a cool guy with a positive message delivered in a cool way. That was huge for all my kids.

Aw, nice. I'm so happy when kids are able to have moments like this.

Yep, I'm on Twitter, but you already knew that ;). It's a lifeline for me. It's so wonderful to communicate with people who understand me even before the really know me.

I think often of what it was like to manage diabetes years ago and what that meant in terms of eating as compared to today. Like you, I am thankful for the devices we have to allow our boys to eat what they want (and mom approves). :)