"Thank you Melissa, for all that you have done for me!  I started my diabetes journey almost two years ago.  Getting diagnosed was a shock.  The first year – before I found you was like boot camp as I struggled to learn as much as I could, manage my blood glucose and continue to keep my law practice afloat. 

 

I feel so fortunate that I found you one day while searching the internet.  Over several months, I learned many important concepts and techniques from you.  The information that is passed between diabetics in real life can be so informative and useful.  I have an amazing medical team – but no one on my team actually has diabetes. The practical advice that you and sometimes others in your group setting provide can be so helpful.  More importantly, from my perspective, was the support that I felt emotionally from the group meetings and knowing that I had you to bounce issues and management ideas off of – especially during times of high stress.  You have always been very available and I appreciate that!

 

You are doing important work, Melissa.  This is not an easy path, but armed with knowledge, support, and faith, the journey can be easier.  This disease gave me a different understanding of my time and how I value it.  I have always espoused that time is our most valuable asset, but I think I verbalized this more than I practiced it.  And now, I more fully live this way."