Gobble Gobble (no sugar added)!
November 27, 2008
Happy Thanksgiving to all of our family and friends! We just got home from Collin’s cousin’s house, and had a delicious meal and got to spend time with a lot of family that we don’t get to see nearly as often as we’d like.
Last Sunday, I had to take another glucose resistance test, being that I’m in the 3rd trimester. On Monday morning, I received a call from my doctor telling me that I do, indeed, have gestational diabetes. Oh joy, and right before the holidays (God sure does have a sense of humor)! On Thursday, Collin and I attended a class where we learned how to test my blood sugar, which I do four times a day, and all about my new diet. I basically have to cut way back on carbs and sugar. Two of my favorite things. I also need to eat more fruits and vegetables. Two of my not-so favorite things. This past week has been a learning experience and full of change. You will all be very proud to know that I’ve stuck to the diet considerably well and my blood sugar is staying where it needs to. My new best friend is V8 Juice, and I have at least one banana a day…I’ve come a long way, baby! While it’s not been fun, it is well worth it to know that I’m protecting Elyana and keeping her healthy. I would do anything for this baby girl, and that includes forgoing traditional pumpkin pie in favor of a sugar-free, mostly fat-free pumpkin pudding pie (which, I might add, is very tasty - thanks for the recipe, Jenny!)
Collin, of course, has been incredibly supportive, cheering me on when my blood sugar level is good, and helping me figure out what went wrong when it’s too high. Have I ever said what an amazing husband I have?
So, on this Thanksgiving, Collin and I are extremely thankful for so many things. Our health, our family, our friends, our faith and salvation, our home, our jobs, laughter, and of course, Elyana Isabelle who is just about 7 weeks away from joining us in this world.
We love you all and hope that you had a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Kyla
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