Something is not quite right here, 7 weeks breastfeeding = certificate from the hospital, 30 years pancreatic service = well its got to be worth something. I’m sure diabetes clinics could run some sort of loyalty […]

Now that’s exactly the kind of thing I need to hear

Congratulations!

Diamonds are definitely required! The big “D” does make life twice as difficult (at least!) but I think the birth of a child (particularly the first one) is also traditionally celebrated with an eternity ring – […]

What a coincidence, I have that sort! I’ve had it for… um, 42 years, but I have NO idea when I was diagnosed, so I think you should also be congratulated on knowing the date.

I also have no complications […]

Ah yes, of course, I forgot to mention that mine is that very rare form of diabetes which was diagnosed many years prior to my conception

Honestly Annette, whose side are you on? The husband doesn’t need any help in making excuses

Hold on! This doesn’t add up – I thought you were 25? How can you have had diabetes for 30 years? Answer that, eh?

Ah, but isnt Eva your own personal diamond? (And how you remember what day you were diagnosed I have no idea. I just guess a month based on a dim recollection, and dont bother with the day, just one at random does me.)

We had full lycra cycling shorts underneath, so modesty was protected at all times. in fact I hitched up my skirts for most downhills…

Did cycling in a skirt present any interesting insights on the fast downhill stretches? Just wondering…

Weren’t they just? All part of the authentic, historically accurate costumes…