I feel like he is trying to take over the newsgroup.

)u know what hapened.  It restored me to reality.   I will not
post  medical mformation  I am not qualified.   It could
be a dangerous thing to do.  It mght be best to read
my posts without assumptions.

I have played the fool to try to help.    Well I do not do that any
more.

I stand by my "warning to newbies" post.  It is factual and
very proper. It has the proper exceptions if you read it.

It is a shame that a few can destroy something very good.

But enough is enough.  The warning should be posted every day.

Why is it I have a vivid image of someone rubbing his hands together
with glee and giggling hysterically?  Has no one else noticed that
many of the posts with the most responses lately are those rising to
Guy's bait?  

The group is falling apart?  No -- but seems to be wasting a lot of
time with this nonsense.  

I understand that a lot of people are concerned about Guy -- he does
seem to have some kind of weird mental "thing" going on, but pointing
that out to him doesn't seem to solve the problem.

Don't worry.  It has no relationship to reality.

Isn't it great when one finds a good one?  :-)

Priscilla, T2

the Ottawa Hospital, we'll follow their advice.  What I get from this
group is a wider perspective -- we can ask informed questions about my
wife's condition and her needs and possible risks.

I've found one of the most valuable aspects of support groups is learning
*what the questions are*. Even the most authoritative & useful official (or
unofficial) sources can't tell you what you need to know if you don't know
that you should be looking there.

a dose of humour.  It's good to read of others experiences too --
diabete's doesn't appear to be a 'one-size-fits-all' solution, so what
might work well for one person may not for another.  We're all
different.

Nothing quite like the real-life coping tips of those who have
BTDT & maybe even GTTS.
bj

snip

Hello, Androids

I've watched your progress and everything seems to be progressing
nicely. The false hypos suck but they won't last. Hopefully your doc's
goal in future is to separate the insulins so there will be more control
over postprandial numbers. A lot will depend on how tight the bg targets
are and other medical considerations. Everything's a variable.

BTW, is the endo clinic still at the Civic? I'm just across the river
and that's where I went almost 14 years ago 'cause I needed the DM ed
course in English. I never did take the course but I did see a nurse and
a dietitian. Small world, eh?

Keep up the good work, and, Mrs. Android, don't be shy! We bark and
growl and very occasionally snap, but we don't bite - honest!

Vicki
T1 pumper

Uncle Enrico said...

I came here after being diagnosed T2 late last year. I was an avid Usenet
user and knew there had to be a newsgroup about it, found it and stepped
inside, avoiding the rigid structure of web forums, knowing full well it's
anarchy, as is any unmoderated (Moderated? who's got time for THAT!?! Very
few!!!) newsgroup.

With what I've learned doing my own research elsewhere AND from kindred
spirits here handing out free clues, my BG meter tells me my three month
average is 119 mgdl.

I might not take advice, but I'll keep it mind as things develop.

Best,

Andy
T2
HBP
Gout

Kurt wrote in message

Well said, Guy.  I think a warning, or rather an advisory, like this
should be posted at least once a month.

Kurt

********

Aw c'mon, you're not satisfied with the once every hour now? :-)

Cheri

On Feb 29, 2:51 pm, Kurt

It should also mention the fact that the ADA recommended diet is
probably not a good idea for the majority of T2 diabetics. Unless of
course one is willing to balance that carb load with drugs/insulin.

John C.
latest A1c 5.5 d&e (off Glipizide for 4 months now!)

http://employees.csbsju.edu/tcreed/pb/pavcon.html

Cheers, Alan, T2, Australia.
d&e, metformin 1500mg, ezetrol 10mg
Everything in Moderation - Except Laughter.
--
http://loraldiabetes.blogspot.com
Latest: The Quality of ADA Dietary Advice

Thank you Bob,

G'day G'day,

 Here's hoping you'll be made to feel especially welcome to ASD.  

ASD is a special place IMHO.  

It has been for a long time and only a few people go out of their way
to convey a contrary view.   There are people who share their empathy
for those in distress.  There are those who have long experience of
being a T1 and can spot in a trice when someone is doing something
dangerous with their meds. OK, they'll strongly suggest that doctors
should be consulted but they wont hesitate to share their experience.
Then there are those who ferret out the latest research.  They don't
make out they know everything. It is not that sort of group.  What
they are proud to do is to share what they've discovered and that is a
very different paradigm.   Many, many people will share their
experience with dealing with blurry eyes and numbness.  Many, many
people will help T2s get control of their blood glucose with exercise
and diet.

Most folks know I'm a teacher of long experience with adults and
willing to share my knowledge of nutrition with others.  They also
know I have multiple myeloma and have given me support. IMHO others
have worse conditions and find support.   In a nutshell that is what
ASD is about.  Sharing.  Real people.   Real support.

The world needs people like you who are prepared to acknowledge the
help they have received from others.   It seems awful to consider the
possibility that for some reason people like you are becoming rare.  

Let me on behalf of all participants on ASD thank you for your
generous thanks and extend the warmest of welcomes to you.
 
(Some might not be up to it today.  Don't worry.  
They have better days.)

Best wishes,

snip

I'm so very glad to hear this, Bob!

Keep up the good work - and yes, it will be work, but it's worth the
work to feel better.

Vicki

All one can by is if they personally gain anything from reading the poster.
I dont find anything useful in guys negative postings.

One CAN however note a shift in a person posting style and demeaner..if a
poster dramatically shifts from say a positive poster to a negative one..one
might make note of the change.
While we cant truely treat or diagnose others we can certainly express
concern.

If we arent here to make the attempt at helping others then there is zero
reason to be here.

KROM

how ironic

Well since my minor WAS psychology, I AM qualified to comment here.
Although, as usual, you missed the point. No one diagnosed ANYTHING. The
comments were made that he is seemingly having problems. You don't need a
degree in chemistry to know that sh.t stinks. The same premise applies here.
The fact of the matter is, that his posts are increasingly disjointed to the
point that people that normally could understand what he is/was saying can't
even discern the point is he is trying to make in some of his posts. Note
also the use of the third person. I do not know about you, but I don't refer
to myself in this manner. As usual, all you are doing here is complaining
because you little buddy is supposedly being picked on. When I made some
inappropriate comments, I was called on it. I admitted my culpability like a
man without the "woe is me...everybody hates me" routine. If you actually
took an unbiased view, you would admit this is true.

I extended the olive branch, so I'm not going to engage in a pissing match
over this comment. I mean look at the original topic. I am pretty much sure
that if a newbie can access a newsgroup, then it is a good bet that they can
actually read. Given that fact, it will readily become apparent who the
"loud mouth, know-it-alls" actually are. So why then, did he feel the need
to take it upon himself to "warn" the newbies? However, again as usual, you
resort to that same old song and dance when you feel that one of your circle
is supposedly is supposedly being attacked for no reason. You really need to
get some new material.

And what exactly are you doing now? Pot...kettle...black...ring a bell? Did
I accuse anyone of mental instability when I made the inappropriate
comments? Nope. But then, you see what you wish to see.

I agree. BUT you seem to miss the way it was said. Whether you wish to
believe it or not, people DO care about guy, and are worried that something
may be amiss. What the underlying problem is can only be speculated on at
this point, good or bad. If I were exhibiting problems, I would hope that
people that have known me for quite a while would care enough to point this
out. I make myself available day or night to my diabetic friends. The have
my home number, my cell, email, and real address. But given your past
behavior, as usual, you assume malice where none is intended. Instead of
complaining about non existent attacks, you SHOULD be trying to help your
friend.