Comments on: Not what I expected. http://diabeticrunningmama.com/blog/2008/10/13/not-what-i-expected/ Mother of 2, Marathon running Type 1 Diabetic Thu, 18 Mar 2010 10:57:03 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.6.1 By: Marcus http://diabeticrunningmama.com/blog/2008/10/13/not-what-i-expected/#comment-1139 Marcus Fri, 24 Oct 2008 15:48:13 +0000 http://diabeticrunningmama.com/blog/?p=631#comment-1139 I'm very late to comment on this - work/training/life have been insane, but just another virtual "ah shucks, that sux" goes your way. The marathon's a big bear without diabetes and certainly doesn't get easier with diabetes. As life settles down for you, I'd obviously like to know what you think went wrong. I've found that pre-race adrenaline can drive my sugars high, though they tend to respond right away once the race begins. I'd like to know your thoughts on what you'll do different next time, because I have no doubt there WILL be a next time. M I’m very late to comment on this - work/training/life have been insane, but just another virtual “ah shucks, that sux” goes your way. The marathon’s a big bear without diabetes and certainly doesn’t get easier with diabetes.

As life settles down for you, I’d obviously like to know what you think went wrong. I’ve found that pre-race adrenaline can drive my sugars high, though they tend to respond right away once the race begins. I’d like to know your thoughts on what you’ll do different next time, because I have no doubt there WILL be a next time.

M

]]> By: Kristy http://diabeticrunningmama.com/blog/2008/10/13/not-what-i-expected/#comment-1129 Kristy Thu, 16 Oct 2008 20:24:35 +0000 http://diabeticrunningmama.com/blog/?p=631#comment-1129 Erika - I've been following the blog regularly since meeting you with Brad on the night of the Bier Markt 5k run. He told me about what happened before I read about it here and my heart just hurt hearing about it. I'm so sorry that this had to happen, but you seem to be powering through and coping better than anyone I know considering the hand you were dealt. You are one tough mother... and I know that ultimately this experience leaves you stronger. Mentally and physically. Erika - I’ve been following the blog regularly since meeting you with Brad on the night of the Bier Markt 5k run. He told me about what happened before I read about it here and my heart just hurt hearing about it. I’m so sorry that this had to happen, but you seem to be powering through and coping better than anyone I know considering the hand you were dealt. You are one tough mother… and I know that ultimately this experience leaves you stronger. Mentally and physically.

]]> By: Erica http://diabeticrunningmama.com/blog/2008/10/13/not-what-i-expected/#comment-1127 Erica Thu, 16 Oct 2008 10:04:51 +0000 http://diabeticrunningmama.com/blog/?p=631#comment-1127 hi Erika, I stumbled across your blog a few months ago (so long ago I can't even remember when or how!), and I've been enthralled ever since. I am also a runner, and one day I hope to run a full marathon. Even though I don't really know you, I am impressed with your determination and courage. It's not just your friends and family that you're inspiring - it's everyone who reads your blog! Keep on inspiring those are you. Your kids are lucky to have such a spunky, determined mom!! hi Erika,

I stumbled across your blog a few months ago (so long ago I can’t even remember when or how!), and I’ve been enthralled ever since. I am also a runner, and one day I hope to run a full marathon.

Even though I don’t really know you, I am impressed with your determination and courage. It’s not just your friends and family that you’re inspiring - it’s everyone who reads your blog!

Keep on inspiring those are you. Your kids are lucky to have such a spunky, determined mom!!

]]> By: Jacki http://diabeticrunningmama.com/blog/2008/10/13/not-what-i-expected/#comment-1125 Jacki Thu, 16 Oct 2008 03:15:38 +0000 http://diabeticrunningmama.com/blog/?p=631#comment-1125 Erika, Wow, what an incredible adventure and story. Everyone says it, but it's true. You're such an inspiration! Rudy ain't got nothin' on you. And the thing I really want to know is - how do you manage to still look so beautiful even in these kinds of conditions?! :) Congrats on all you've accomplished so far, and what's sure to come. Erika,

Wow, what an incredible adventure and story. Everyone says it, but it’s true. You’re such an inspiration! Rudy ain’t got nothin’ on you.

And the thing I really want to know is - how do you manage to still look so beautiful even in these kinds of conditions?! :)

Congrats on all you’ve accomplished so far, and what’s sure to come.

]]> By: ikate http://diabeticrunningmama.com/blog/2008/10/13/not-what-i-expected/#comment-1124 ikate Wed, 15 Oct 2008 23:18:09 +0000 http://diabeticrunningmama.com/blog/?p=631#comment-1124 Erika, I can't tell you how much you were in my thoughts this weekend. I was in the hospital with my own health scare and made my hubby check Chicago weather on Sunday to see if you would have a nice race and then I was mentally cheering you on all day. Finish line or not, your journey is an inspiration for so many. As I trained for my 60-mile walk I thought of your struggles and determination in your training. When I hit my own wall during that walk, I can't tell you how many times I thought of you and kept walking. Your spirit and fire are contagious and you are so brave to share your whole story. This is but one chapter, there will be more big runs and more happy endings Erika,

I can’t tell you how much you were in my thoughts this weekend. I was in the hospital with my own health scare and made my hubby check Chicago weather on Sunday to see if you would have a nice race and then I was mentally cheering you on all day.

Finish line or not, your journey is an inspiration for so many. As I trained for my 60-mile walk I thought of your struggles and determination in your training. When I hit my own wall during that walk, I can’t tell you how many times I thought of you and kept walking.

Your spirit and fire are contagious and you are so brave to share your whole story. This is but one chapter, there will be more big runs and more happy endings

]]> By: Shannon http://diabeticrunningmama.com/blog/2008/10/13/not-what-i-expected/#comment-1123 Shannon Wed, 15 Oct 2008 20:53:11 +0000 http://diabeticrunningmama.com/blog/?p=631#comment-1123 Erika, I am humbled and encouraged by your determination. You are amazing!!! Great photographs too. They beautifully tell your story. Thank you for posting your marathon experience. It means a lot to me. I have had so many crappy races, but never faced what you did. I can't believe you ran what you ran. A big part of running is knowing when to stop, so that you can be a runner for life. I am truly impressed with your running spirit. Here is to the next race, Shannon Erika,
I am humbled and encouraged by your determination. You are amazing!!! Great photographs too. They beautifully tell your story. Thank you for posting your marathon experience. It means a lot to me. I have had so many crappy races, but never faced what you did. I can’t believe you ran what you ran. A big part of running is knowing when to stop, so that you can be a runner for life. I am truly impressed with your running spirit. Here is to the next race,
Shannon

]]> By: mama roth http://diabeticrunningmama.com/blog/2008/10/13/not-what-i-expected/#comment-1121 mama roth Wed, 15 Oct 2008 14:51:53 +0000 http://diabeticrunningmama.com/blog/?p=631#comment-1121 Oh Erika What an inspiration you are to all of us. I love you so much and when I read your blog, the tears welled up in my eyes. We are so proud of you, but you could have been taken from our lives and that is a scary thought. I am also so glad you knew when to stop and that you are so knowledgeable about this disease. I know how determined you are to finish what you start, but there will be another marathon and this just was not your day and I am so proud of your acceptance of that and I am so happy that you are ok. I love you. Oh Erika
What an inspiration you are to all of us. I love you so much and when I read your blog, the tears welled up in my eyes. We are so proud of you, but you could have been taken from our lives and that is a scary thought. I am also so glad you knew when to stop and that you are so knowledgeable about this disease. I know how determined you are to finish what you start, but there will be another marathon and this just was not your day and I am so proud of your acceptance of that and I am so happy that you are ok. I love you.

]]> By: Courtney http://diabeticrunningmama.com/blog/2008/10/13/not-what-i-expected/#comment-1120 Courtney Wed, 15 Oct 2008 05:04:16 +0000 http://diabeticrunningmama.com/blog/?p=631#comment-1120 Erika, You are AMAZING and INSPIRING! You know as well as I do that diabetes is an imperfect art and that we can do everything right and yet there will still be malfunctions. Diabetes malfunctioned on Sunday and there's nothing you could've done to right it. You did more than most people would with what you were given. You did GREAT! I'm proud of you and how you tried to push through the symptoms to finish what you started. I'm even more proud of you for recognizing when to stop. You'll finish what you started. Hang in there. Courtney Erika,

You are AMAZING and INSPIRING!

You know as well as I do that diabetes is an imperfect art and that we can do everything right and yet there will still be malfunctions. Diabetes malfunctioned on Sunday and there’s nothing you could’ve done to right it.

You did more than most people would with what you were given. You did GREAT!

I’m proud of you and how you tried to push through the symptoms to finish what you started. I’m even more proud of you for recognizing when to stop.

You’ll finish what you started. Hang in there.

Courtney

]]> By: Naomi in Ohio http://diabeticrunningmama.com/blog/2008/10/13/not-what-i-expected/#comment-1119 Naomi in Ohio Wed, 15 Oct 2008 02:07:50 +0000 http://diabeticrunningmama.com/blog/?p=631#comment-1119 Britt .... I meant to make mention ... AMA-ZING that you held that sign. What a cool pic! Britt …. I meant to make mention … AMA-ZING that you held that sign. What a cool pic!

]]> By: Brittany http://diabeticrunningmama.com/blog/2008/10/13/not-what-i-expected/#comment-1118 Brittany Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:25:46 +0000 http://diabeticrunningmama.com/blog/?p=631#comment-1118 I just want you to know that you never let anyone down.......if anything you inspire and amaze everyone your around. I would love to run with you next year if you want....I need some glimmer of hope and motivation. Thank you for the great weekend, I was so proud to carry the sign!!!!!!!!!! Can't wait to see you guys again, give Kade and Liv xoxo for me ! I just want you to know that you never let anyone down…….if anything you inspire and amaze everyone your around. I would love to run with you next year if you want….I need some glimmer of hope and motivation.
Thank you for the great weekend, I was so proud to carry the sign!!!!!!!!!!
Can’t wait to see you guys again, give Kade and Liv xoxo for me !

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