Pffffft.
I was using one of the finest astrological websites with super questionable advertising banners all over it.
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Do you remember that website a few years back where you could āname a star after someoneā for a price?
I thought it would be funny to come up with my own website where you could name a grain of beach sand after someone.
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If @T1Allison 's and @Eric 's ideas work, then we can start an Oxygen bar with various flavors from around the worldā¦ Guaranteed hit in LA ( in the 90s)ā¦
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Good luck Daisy!
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@Eric What if you only have 1 unit increments? Do you recommend 1u every hour starting at 30 minutes after start?
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It depends on the person.
Those numbers were specifically for DM, based on her pump formula for her dual-wave (extended) bolus. Other people would be different.
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This is highly unfair but, for many of us, the more we get ramped over a high blood glucose the more cortisol is released which makes it much harder to bring down a high. The body responds to stress with natural steroids. When you went to sleep the body relaxed but all that insulin was still onboard. I tend to react to high blood sugars with both insulin and deep, measured breathing techniques. You donāt have to go all zen-like to reap the benefit of a few, focused deep breaths stimulating the vagus nerve, which defuses the stress reaction. Wishing you well.
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Iāve been well aware of this for years now, but THANK YOU FOR THE HELPFUL REMINDER!!!
My psychiatrist (and my brilliant husband ā¦and Eric or course) have pushed me into this practice rather forcefully, however I am stubborn and forgetful and sometimes just find it easier to take a Klonopin to calm my nerves. 
I know that this is related to the āFight or Fliteā syndrome as well.
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Youāve got this!
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at the risk of hijacking the thread, happy anniversary @mremmers !
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TWAZ THE NIGHT BEFORE SURGERYā¦:
OMG, I just got a call from my doorman that a special package had arrived for me. So, I sent my husband downstairs, and he came bk up with bundles of wondrous boxes labeled to me, DM.
And to my most glorious surprise , I opened one after another to discover my most FAVORITE chocolate delights : Lindt Dark Chocolate with a Touch of Sea Salt, 70% Dark Chocolate, and a medley of Truffles. And then, to top off my undeniable grin, some magnificent and very fancy beauty products to make certain I remain stunning even during my hospitalization recovery (God Forbid I should b anything less 
)
Absolute perfection wrapped so beautifully and delivered just in time for me to pack them and bring them ALL with me to the hospital tomorrow at dawn.(and of course I will have to hide them in some very secret place so that my dear darling husband doesnāt get ANYWHERE near them!!!)
so my gratitude, thanks, appreciation and wonderment and delight to:
Claude Daye,Chris,Cat Lady,bkh,Marie, Millz, John58,Elver, T1Allison, Sbee, Tapestry,TiaG,Carol, Sam,Beacher,JessicaD, Jim26, Mariethm, Trying, and, of course, Eric. MY heart is ebullient with joy right now.
(and the card that came with these precious gifts is now taped up front and center on my desk wallā¦but. I think I will be taking it with me in my suitcase so that I can read and re-read it during my hospital stay!) 
signing out,
the soon to be new and improved DM
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Today, tomorrow and the next day your body may be in pain, but the future holds possibilities of better days. You will be in our thoughts tomorrow @daisymae . Speedy recovery and when you are able please let us know you are ok.
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U betcha! 
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Best of luck tomorrow, DM! I hope you get at least a few hours of sleep tonight. (I would wish for more, but that feels like a lot of pressure). Fingers, toes, and eyes crossed for a speedy and smooth recovery!
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Weāre all pulling and praying for you @daisymae ! Iām sending lots of positive energy your way 
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Iām praying for you, @DaisyMae!! Everything good that I can send to you, I am!
Youāve done all of the work and prep for this. Youāre ready even though Iām sure it doesnāt feel like it 100% internally.
We all love you! Weāll be here waiting for you when you get back!
Love,
Allison
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Sending lots of love and healing energy to you, @daisymae. 
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You got this!! Prayers are with you.
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@daisymae I will be sending all my best thoughts your way tomorrow and beyond. Heck, Iām sending them your way right now! Sending hope and love and strength and canāt wait to hear from you on the other side - xoxo - Jessica
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Daisy Mae - may your surgery be a successful one and your recovery smooth! Youāre a warrior and a strong hearted one at that!
Sending prayers, many healing vibes and gentle hugs.
Millz (Lisa) 
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