Guest guest Posted May 10, 2004 Report Share Posted May 10, 2004 In a message dated 5/10/2004 4:20:49 PM Pacific Standard Time, acrobinson@... writes: > So in the cupboard at home I have a small pack of urine test strips, > and a spare insulin pen - that way I am covered against equipment > breakdowns.. > > Regarding being 'proactive', its not just about Diabetes but life in > general. Go out and MAKE things happen rather than wait for them to > happen to you. I think a sportswear company has a slogan 'life is not > a spectator sport'. > > . > > Hi , may I compliment you on your attitude? :-) I love to see people being proactive about life, diabetes and emergencies! I live in earthquake country, lol the San Francisco bay area. I always keep a soft sided suitcase stocked with a full prescription for 30 days of each of our medications. I know it doesn't sound like much, but Don is on 26 different meds beyond his PRN (when needed) meds. I have a 120 quart cooler packed for first aid needs. I keep a full 2 - 3 week stock of canned things and dried peas and beans and pasta. I rotate them, to be sure of quality. I am not a fanatic or a worry wart, but I have a large family and when we had the 7.0 Loma Prieta quake, my whole family ended up here and I ended up feeding the neighborhood dinner that night! I do not make little of that quake, one of our friends house snapped in two. We lost 10 thousand worth of antique glassware and antiques that went over and smashed, but our house didn't even have a crack in it. So, you can see why I appreciate someone who puts two hands into the situation and is prepared for whatever. Hugs, Marilyn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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